The Development of Ideal Body Image Perceptions in the United States

Activity Steps

1 Activity
2 Take Test 3Certificate

Purpose of Activity

To provide registered nurses and dietetic professionals with information related to the "ideal" body image.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Discuss the role of the media in body image perception.
  2. Interpret the significance of the body mass index (BMI).
  3. Identify behaviors associated with changing one's body image.

Disclosures

The author and planners have disclosed that they have no financial relationships related to this article.

Price: $27.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 3.0 CH
  • DC - BON 3.0 CH
  • KY-BON 3.0 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia and Florida #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.
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Planner
Test Code: NT0510
Published: May/June 2010
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources: Nutrition Today
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)
Authors: Jeanne B. Martin PhD, RD, FADA, LD
Categories: Nutrition , Pediatrics
Specialties: Medical-Surgical, Pediatric
Topics: Anorexia , Nutritional Support , Obesity