Chapter 1: Other Body Measurements

Question 1

Besides the recording of height and weight, what is the first mensuration record?

Answer 1

Length and circumference of head and chest of an infant.

Question 2

Besides the recording of height and weight, what is the second mensuration record?

Answer 2

Height of the uterus to assess fetal growth during pregnancy.

Question 3

Besides the recording of height and weight, what is the third mensuration record?

Answer 3

Extent of joint motion (flexion and Extension).

Question 4

Besides the recording of height and weight, what is the fourth mensuration record?

Answer 4

Size of wounds and skin lesions.

Question 5

Besides the recording of height and weight, what is the fifth mensuration record?

Answer 5

Circumference of the patient’s calf to detect thrombophlebitis.

Question 6

Besides the recording of height and weight, what is the sixth mensuration record?

Answer 6

Body Mass Index (BMI) calculated from the height and weight of adults.