Explain how to measure height for a client who is unable to stand up. Describe the pros and cons of the various methods available for measuring height
One method is arm span: the client extends the arms from the body at a 90-degree angle and distance is measured between the tips of the two middle fingers. A limitation of this method is that it is an estimation of maximum adult height and not actual, current height. Knee height is another method of height estimation. Height may also be recorded from the patient's memory.
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A measure of both the quality (GI value) and quantity (grams per serving) of a carbohydrate in a meal is called
A. insulin index. B. glycemic load. C. glycated hemoglobin. D. glycemic index.
Describe to them the dietary controls that could prevent a child from developing unhealthy adult health behaviors
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for carbohydrate is set at 130 g per day because
a) This is the maximum we should consume each day b) It covers the amount of carbohydrate required for exercise c) It covers the amount required to supply adequate glucose to the brain. d) It takes into account the amount of carbohydrate consumed as added sugars.