Why should a dietitian learn to measure a patient’s weight and height?
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Correct answer: To assess nutritional status and body measurements
Accurate weight and height measurements help calculate body mass index, monitor growth or weight change, identify possible undernutrition or excess weight, and estimate some nutrient and energy requirements. These measurements form an important part of nutritional assessment and help the dietitian evaluate whether a plan is working.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
To assess nutritional status and body measurements
Why is this the correct answer?
Accurate weight and height measurements help calculate body mass index, monitor growth or weight change, identify possible undernutrition or excess weight, and estimate some nutrient and energy requirements. These measurements form an important part of nutritional assessment and help the dietitian evaluate whether a plan is working.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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