NURS 5220: Growth & Nutrition Assessment:Latest Updated A+ Score Solution Guide

Which measurement at which age? Age Measurement / Chart High-yield point Birth–24 months Recumbent length Measure lying supine Birth–24 monthsWHO growth chart Continue WHO even if toddler can stand Standing height/stature Switch from length → height CDC growth chart Used after 24 months Age 2–19 Do NOT interpret pediatric BMI like BMI percentile adult BMI Generally ≥6 yr Waist circumference + waist-height Assesses central/visceral adiposity ratio Infants/young children Head circumference Every health visit until about 2–3 yr ≤2 yr Head/chest circumference may be Especially if growth abnormality assessed suspected Exam trap A 20-month-old who walks well still gets: Recumbent length + WHO growth chart At 24 months, switch to standing height + CDC chart. Length measures approximately 0.7–0.8 cm greater than standing height, which is why mixing the two can falsely suggest poor growth.2. Adult BMI — memorize these BMI Classification 18.5 Underweight 18.5–24.9 Healthy weight Overweight Obesity BMI is the most commonly used anthropometric measure for nutritional status/body fat, although it is not a direct measurement of body fat. Waist circumference Increased disease risk: