Bariatic Care Flashcards
1
Q
What does WHO define overweight as in regards to BMI
A
BMI more than or equal to 25kg/m2
2
Q
What does WHO classify obese as in accordance to BMI
A
BMI more than or equal to 30kg/m2
3
Q
What are limitations of BMI
A
Does not assess body fat distribution, because it is a measure of excess weight rather than excess fat
Does not account for factors such as age, sex,ethnicity and muslce mass