NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Skinfold measurement is a technique to estimate how much fat is on the body. It involves using a device called a caliper to lightly pinch the skin and underlying fat in several places. This quick and simple method of estimating body fat requires a high level of skill to get accurate results.

Detailed explanation-2: -The skinfold (caliper) method is one way to determine body composition. The skinfold method uses specially designed calipers to measure the thickness of skinfolds that are pinched from several specific locations on the body, as seen in this skinfold demonstration video.

Detailed explanation-3: -Skinfold testing, also known as calliper testing is a commonly used method to determine a clients body fat percentage. This technique of measurement is based on the densitometry technique (underwater weighing) and the prediction equations are ‘population specific’.

Detailed explanation-4: -The caliper was applied at right angle to the raised skinfold for measurement with the neonate lying down on their side. Measurement was made by lifting the skin with the thumb and index finger with care being taken to exclude any underlying muscle [4].