When measuring the patient's height in bed,
A. use a yardstick for greatest accuracy.
B. make a mark on the sheet at the top of the head and another mark even with the heels.
C. place the tape measure on the top of the forehead and extend it down the body to the feet.
D. use a ruler to mark off inches on the sheet.
Answer: B
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