Use of hand‐to‐hand measurements for body composition monitoring in patients with inaccessible or amputated feet

ConclusionThe agreement between H‐H and H‐F measurements was close enough to encourage us to use H‐H measurements in patients with inaccessible or amputated feet. Prior to amputation, height and weight are recorded. Target weight (TW) reductions are made gradually when close to normal hydration. Clinically, changes based on H‐H measurements appear to be as appropriate as those using H‐F. The desired hydration at TW can be established and then TW adjusted to maintain this hydration as the flesh weight fluctuates.
Source: Journal of Renal Care - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research