Growth Measurements Flashcards by moon epiphany | Brainscape

Q

Uses infantometer, measuring mat, length board (made of wood, fiberglass)

A

Length/Recumbent Length

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Device has a stationery headboard and movable footboard

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Length/Recumbent Length

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Q

Sum of the protein, fat, water and bone

mineral mass

A

Weight

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Instruments used are weighing scales

(beam balance, spring or digital for adults) and for infants beam balance, pediatric, salter type

A

Weight

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Weight for height or length:

A

(less than -2 SD): wasting
(less than -3 SD):
severe

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Length / Height for age:

A

(less than -2SD): STUNTING

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Weight for age:

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(less than -2SD): UNDERWEIGHT

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