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rlane42 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Childhood obesity rates are highest among low-income populations and among racial/ethnic minorities.

Research has demonstrated that this trend applies to rural youth, where the prevalence of obesity and overweight has been shown to be higher than state and national averages and higher than rates among youth in urban areas. What is an environmental health strategy that is appropriate for rural populations to assist in the prevention of obesity?

A) Physical activity
B) Low-fat, low-calorie diet
C) Low-cost bariatric surgery
D) Nutrition education sessions

Question 2

Childhood obesity rates in the United States are on the rise, and the immediate and long-term medical and social consequences of childhood obesity are staggering. During the past four decades, rates have consistently increased.

Which population has the highest childhood obesity rates and would be the best population to begin interventions to help curb obesity?

A) Middle income groups
B) Upper socioeconomic groups
C) Low-income groups
D) Lower middle class

dantucker · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Attention has been cast on the role that active living plays in obesity prevention among youth in urban and, more recently, in rural areas. The concept of active living incorporates an ecological, population-based approach to physical activity by recognizing that individual behavior, social environments, physical environments, and policies all contribute to behavior change. Active living targets entire communities to promote accessible and safe opportunities for residents to engage in physical activity during transportation, occupation, recreation, and while at home.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Childhood obesity rates in the United States are on the rise, and the immediate and long-term medical and social consequences of childhood obesity are staggering. During the past four decades, rates have consistently increased, and today more than 33 of children and adolescents are overweight or obese in this country. Childhood obesity rates are highest among low-income populations and also among racial/ethnic minorities. Research has demonstrated that this trend also applies to rural youth, where the prevalence of obesity and overweight has been shown to be higher than state and national averages and also higher than rates among youth in urban areas.