A client with a BMI of 18 would be considered to be
a. underweight.
b. normal weight.
c. overweight.
d. severely overweight.
A
A BMI less than 18.5 is classified as underweight. A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered normal weight, 25 to 29.9 is considered overweight, and 30 or greater is considered obese.
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