NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -The core elements of anthropometry are height, weight, head circumference, body mass index (BMI), body circumferences to assess for adiposity (waist, hip, and limbs), and skinfold thickness.

Detailed explanation-2: -Common anthropometric measurements obtained in this population include height, weight, triceps skinfold, subscapular skinfold, arm circumference, abdominal circumference, calf circumference, knee height, and elbow breadth [161, 162].

Detailed explanation-3: -For infants and toddlers less than two years of age, weight, length, and head circumference are indicated anthropometric measurements at each well-visit. For children greater than two years of age, indicated measurements include weight and length.