Why Is Height and Weight Measured at the Same Time

question 32

Multiple Choice

Why is height and weight measured at the same time?

• A)Helps a patient stay on a diet  
• B)Essential to diagnosis  
• C)Assists physician in evaluating patient's body changes  
• D)Most physicians want it

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