The segment of the population who has a BMI lower than 24 have been found to be at increased risk for poor nutritional status and its resultant problems. What else is a low BMI associated with in the community-dwelling elderly?
A) High risk of diabetes
B) Poor outcomes in wound healing
C) Higher mortality rate
D) Low risk of chronic disease
Ans: C
Feedback: People who have a BMI lower than 24 (or who are 80% or less of their desirable body weight for height) are at increased risk for problems associated with poor nutritional status. In addition, a low BMI is associated with a higher mortality rate among hospitalized patients and community-dwelling elderly.
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