The nurse collects the weight and height measurements of a child, and calculates the child's body mass index (BMI) to be in the 10th percentile. Previous assessments indicate that the child's BMI was also in the 10th percentile
Which should the nurse include in the discussion of this child's BMI with the parents? 1. Undernutrition
2. Inconsistent growth
3. Consistent growth
4. Overnutrition
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Explanation:
1. Body mass index (BMI) is a calculation that falls between the 10th and 90th percentiles. That a child consistently has a BMI in the 10th percentile reveals consistent growth, and does not necessarily indicate undernutrition.
2. Body mass index (BMI) is a calculation that falls between the 10th and 90th percentiles. That a child consistently has a BMI in the 10th percentile reveals consistent growth.
3. Body mass index (BMI) is a calculation that falls between the 10th and 90th percentiles. That a child consistently has a BMI in the 10th percentile reveals consistent growth, and doesn't necessarily indicate undernutrition.
4. Body mass index (BMI) is a calculation that falls between the 10th and 90th percentiles. That a child consistently has a BMI in the 10th percentile reveals consistent growth, and doesn't indicate overnutrition.
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