Anthoprometric measurement

Question 1

BMI pros?(2)

Answer 1

● Easy to measure and administer

● Works for most people

Question 2

BMI cons?(2)

Answer 2

● Doesn’t work on athletes or
bodybuilders
● Makes gereanlizations

Question 3

Other Measurements of Body

Composition?(4)

Answer 3

Bod Pod
Electroimpedance
Skinfold check
Submersion scale

Question 4

Joint Effusion is monitored by taking a
Girth Measurement of the Joint.
Wha Special Test is used to detect JE in the knee?(2)

Answer 4

● Bollatable knee

● Figure eight ankle test

Question 5

● Figure eight ankle test is used to monitor?

Answer 5

Joint effusion

Question 6

Steps to taking edema circumferential measurements?(3)

Answer 6

● Measure and record from bony landmark
● Measure twice
● Compare bilaterally
Pitting Edema Scale

Question 7

Muscle Girth should be taken when?(2)

Answer 7

● After immobilized (cast, splint, or non use)

● Show return of muscle mass after injuryt

Question 8

3 steps to measuring muscle girth?(3)

Answer 8

● Measure and record from bony landmark to middle of the muscle belly
● Measure twice
● Compare bilaterally