Abstract
Obesity is a common health problem for veterans. This study explored background and program characteristics associated with a 5% weight reduction for veterans enrolled in MOVE!®, a weight management program. For data analysis, 404 veteran records were examined using logistic regression. Background characteristics included socio-demographic variables, comorbidity, body mass index, rurality, and Veterans Administration (VA) priority group. Program characteristics included the program type (group attendee or self-managed) as well as the number and type of provider contacts. Thirteen percent of participants achieved a 5% weight reduction. Age in years (odds ratio [OR] = 1.04) and the number of group visits (OR = 1.05) were significant predictors for achieving a 5% weight reduction. Given the importance of weight reduction, health professionals should consider these significant predictors when planning weight-reduction programs for veterans.
Original language | English (US) |
---|---|
Pages (from-to) | 50-65 |
Number of pages | 16 |
Journal | Western Journal of Nursing Research |
Volume | 37 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 28 2015 |
Keywords
- MOVE!®
- obesity
- overweight
- veterans
- weight loss
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Nursing