Body mass index and alternative approaches to taking measurements.

The measurement of body mass index (BMI) is an important means of assessing the incidence of disease potential, but it should be used with caution and in conjunction with other clinical assessments and in due consideration of the holistic needs of the person. A range of methods for measuring BMI is...

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Publicado en:Learning Disability Practice Vol. 13; no. 3; pp. 30 - 37
Autores principales: Welch K, Craggs C
Formato: tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Royal College of Nursing of the United Kingdom (The) Apr2010
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