Anthropometric Exam Flashcards
1
Q
What are the main steps in an anthropometric exam?
A
Prepare the patient Hand hygiene Weight Height Waist circumference Hip circumference Calculations Conclude assessment
2
Q
How do you prepare the patient?
A
Introduction and consent
Explanation
Position: standing
3
Q
What do you do for the weight step?
A
Measure on scales
Document in kg
4
Q
What do you do for the height step?
A
Measure via wall tape measure
Document in m
5
Q
What do you do for the waist circumference step?
A
Measure at narrowest point of abdomen
Document in cm
6
Q
What do yo do for the hip circumference step?
A
Measure at most protuberant part of buttock region
Document in cm
7
Q
How do you calculate these values?
A
BMI = weight/height squared WHR = waist/hip
