When considering a nutritional assessment, the nurse is aware that the most common anthropometric measurements include:
a. Height and weight.
b. Leg circumference.
c. Skinfold thickness of the biceps.
d. Hip and waist measurements.
ANS: A
The most commonly used anthropometric measures are height, weight, triceps skinfold thickness, elbow breadth, and arm and head circumferences.
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