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ERIC Number: EJ1342553
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022-Jun
Pages: 11
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1059-8405
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Feasibility of an Online, Interactive Body Mass Index Parental Notification Letter (e-BMI)
Hoke, Alicia M.; Poger, Jennifer M.; Lehman, Erik B.; Kraschnewski, Jennifer L.
Journal of School Nursing, v38 n3 p259-269 Jun 2022
School-based body mass index (BMI) screening is required in 50% of states with parent notification letters distributed among 11 of those states. Additional research is needed to effectively communicate screening results to parents. We conducted a pilot investigation of parent acceptability of an electronic, interactive BMI parental notification letter (e-BMI) along with the feasibility of implementing an e-BMI letter in the school setting. In addition, we assessed parental attitudes and practices regarding their child's weight-related behaviors. Electronic letter distribution and parent receipt were consistent with traditional paper letter mailings; however, we did not observe any significant behavioral impacts with either letter format. Parents reported interest in wellness programming offered by the school, a potential opportunity for schools to engage families in healthful practices. Additional research is needed to understand the impact of e-BMI letters and accompanying web-based resources specifically for parents of students with overweight or obesity.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) (DHHS/NIH)
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Identifiers - Location: Pennsylvania
Grant or Contract Numbers: UL1TR002014; UL1TR00045
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