While useful in analyzing population trends in relative body weight, BMI possesses multiple shortcomings when used as an individualized health screening tool.

Lack of disability-competent health care contributes to inequitable health outcomes for persons with disabilities, the largest minoritized population in the world.

Avoiding harm requires that clinicians not overly rely on assumptions about “normal” embodiment.

Neurobiological markers raise complex questions about what it means to be “at risk.”

The nursing profession can become more inclusive by fostering a supportive culture, resilience, and realistic expectations for people with disabilities.

Some regret experiences stem from incomplete communications or miscommunications about options, expectations, or prognoses.

Algunas experiencias de arrepentimiento surgen de comunicaciones incompletas o malas comunicaciones sobre opciones, expectativas o pronósticos.