NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Anthropometric measurements used to determine nutritional status include the assessment of the physiological status of the body based on its height and weight. Body mass index (BMI) is the most popular and common method for nutritional status assessment.

Detailed explanation-2: -Clinical History: Patients’ clinical history is a crucial component of nutritional assessment. Clinical history aims to look for indications of malnutrition and identify underlying factors that may lead to malnutrition or increase the risk of malnutrition.

Detailed explanation-3: -An easy way to remember types of nutrition assessment is ABCD: Anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary. Anthropometry is the measurement of the size, weight, and proportions of the body. Common anthropometric measurements include weight, height, MUAC, head circumference, and skinfold.

Detailed explanation-4: -Child growth is internationally recognized as an important indicator of nutritional status and health in populations. The percentage of children with a low height-for-age (stunting) reflects the cumulative effects of undernutrition and infections since birth, and even before birth.