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Week 3 Learning outcomes

Learn the intended outcomes upon completion of this Week.

At the completion of this week, learners should be able to:

  1. Explain what weight stigma is, its pervasiveness in healthcare, and its causes
  2. Describe the impact of weight stigma on individuals
  3. Recognise the social and environmental influences that contribute to overweight and obesity
  4. Provide examples of how patients who have overweight or obesity may feel in a clinical setting
  5. Identify their personal attitudes and behaviours related to overweight and obesity in clinical practice
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EduWeight: Weight Management for Adult Patients with Chronic Disease

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