Growth Charts Flashcards
1
Q
The UK has switched to growth charts from what source?
These charts are standard for children beneath what age?
A
WHO
Under 5 years
2
Q
The modified UK-WHO are different from the WHO growth charts. How so?
A
They have a separate preterm section
And a 0-1 year section.
3
Q
Preterm children continue the preterm growth chart for how long?
A
If born at 32-36 weeks - they continue this chart until 2 weeks post term.
4
Q
How do the WHO charts data not match UK children?
A
It matches well for height and length.
It doesn’t match well for weight after 6 months - UK children more heavy and likely to be above the 98th centile.
5
Q
What is the data for the growth charts based on?
(breast fed, bottle fed or both?)
(Which ethnicities)
A
Breast fed infants from all ethnic groups
