During a Nutritional Assessment, a Patient Asks Why the Waist

question 1

Multiple Choice

During a nutritional assessment, a patient asks why the waist circumference measurement is needed. What is the nurse's best response?

• A) "It helps determine if the BMI is accurate."
• B) "It is more reliable than skinfold measurements."
• C) "It is the only tool that can reliably provide information on nutritional status."
• D) "It helps in determining your risk for cardiovascular disease."

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