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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Definitions:

Atrophied Muscles

Muscles that have decreased in size and strength due to lack of use, injury, or disease.

Pressure Injury

Damage to the skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin.

Braden Scale

A tool used in healthcare to predict the risk of developing pressure ulcers by assessing a patient's mobility, moisture, activity, nutrition, friction, and shear.

Morse Scale

A tool used in healthcare to assess a patient's risk of falling.