The upper-to-lower segment ratio should be calculated:
a. bimonthly for the first year of life.
b. annually for the first 5 years.
c. only when a child is suspected of having a growth problem or unusual body propor-tions.
d. in children of first-generation immigrants.
C
The upper-to-lower segment ratio is calculated when a child is suspected of having a growth problem or unusual body proportions.
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