The Nurse Is Using Calipers to Measure Skinfold Thickness Over

question 49

Multiple Choice

The nurse is using calipers to measure skinfold thickness over the triceps muscle in a school-age child. What is the purpose of doing this?

• A) To measure body fat
• B) To measure muscle mass
• C) To determine arm circumference
• D) To determine accuracy of weight measurement

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