Comparison of three methods for measuring height in rehabilitation inpatients and the impact on body mass index classification: An open prospective study

ConclusionsEstimated current height is a simple and practical alternative if standing height is unable to be obtained when performing a nutrition assessment. Demi‐span estimated height should be used with caution when calculating BMI to assess nutritional status, particularly in the elderly.
Source: Nutrition and Dietetics - Category: Nutrition Authors: Tags: Original Research Source Type: research