Anthropometrics Flashcards
What is the BMI calculation:
a. using kg?
b. using lb?
a. Using kg:
BMI=kg/m2
b. Using lb:
BMI=(lb/inches2) x 703
How many calories (kcals) equals 1 lb/0.45 kg of fat?
3500 kcal
3500 kcal=1 lb of fat
3500 kcal=0.45 kg of fat
In calculating TEE by applying activities for daily living, which of the following represents light (1-2 days/wk) activity?
a. RMR x 1.375
b. RMR x 1.55
c. RMR x 1.725
d. RMR x 1.9
a. RMR x 1.375
What is the “cheater method” for estimating BMI?
Healthy wt person: 25-30 kcal/kg
Person w/ illness: 30-35 kcal/kg
Critical illness: 35-40 kcal/kg
In calculating TEE by applying activities for daily living, which of the following represents moderate (3-5 days/wk) activity?
a. RMR x 1.375
b. RMR x 1.55
c. RMR x 1.725
d. RMR x 1.9
b. RMR x 1.55
How many centimeters in 1 inch?
2.54 cm
1 inch=2.54 cm
What does EAR stand for?
Estimated Average Requirements
In calculating TEE by applying activities for daily living, which of the following represents heavy (6-7 days/wk) activity?
a. RMR x 1.375
b. RMR x 1.55
c. RMR x 1.725
d. RMR x 1.9
c. RMR x 1.725
How many inches in 1 cm?
0.3937
1 cm=0.3937
What does RDA stand for?
Recommended Daily Allowance
What are the BMI ranges?
Less than 19: underwt 19-24.9: normal wt 25-29.9: overwt 30-39.9: obese 40+: obese (extreme)
How many lbs in 1 kg?
2.2 lb
1 kg=2.2 lb
How many kg in 1 lb?
0.4536 kg
1 lb=0.4536 kg
In calculating TEE by applying activities for daily living, which of the following represents very heavy (6-7 days/wk, 2x/day) activity?
a. RMR x 1.375
b. RMR x 1.55
c. RMR x 1.725
d. RMR x 1.9
d. RMR x 1.9
How many kcals equals 1 g of lean/muscle tissue?
a. 1 kcal
b. 10 kcals
c. 100 kcals
d. 1000 kcals
a. 1 kcal
