Activity 1B. Calculating Body Mass Index (BMI) PDF Share Learning Objective Performance Indicators Describe key aspects of the medical history to obtain in a new evaluation of persons with HCV infection Identify key abnormal physical examination findings that may be present in a person with HCV and cirrhosis Summarize recommended laboratory studies to obtain for a person with HCV at the initial evaluation visit List immunizations that should be administered to persons with chronic HCV infection Discuss the evaluation of secondary causes of liver disease in persons with chronic HCV infection A 54-year-old woman is seen in the clinic for her initial evaluation after a recent diagnosis of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. She is 5 feet 6 inches tall (167.6 cm) and weighs 159 pounds (72 kg).Instructions Calculate the body mass index (BMI). Note: the default setting is US Customary (pounds and inches), but can be switched to Metric (kilograms and centimeters). Answer the Activity Question based on the patient's BMI and Weight Status results. Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator ShareBody mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on weight and height that applies to adult men and women. System of Measurement Metric (SI) US Customary Weight : Height : BMI: Interpretation: BMI and Weight Status Below 18.5 -- Underweight 18.5 - 24.9 -- Normal 25.0 - 29.9 -- Overweight 30 and Above -- Obese Related ActivitiesYou may find more information and a scenario for which you can use this calculator in the following activities from our curriculum:Calculating Body Mass Index (BMI)Calculating Body Mass Index (BMI)Calculating Body Mass Index (BMI) This calculator operates entirely from your device. No input variables or data is transmitted between your computer and our servers. Share by e-mail From:Enter your e-mail address To: Enter the e-mail address of the recipient Your Message: View all Clinical Calculators Activity QuestionYou should answer this question after completing the activity. You must answer all of the questions before checking your work. What is the Body Mass Index category for a 54-year-old woman who is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 159 pounds? Underweight (less than 18.5) Normal weight (18.5-24.9) Overweight (25.0-29.9) Obese (30 and above) Share by e-mail From:Enter your e-mail address To: Enter the e-mail address of the recipient Your Message: Check-On-LearningQuestionsThe Check-on-Learning Questions are short and topic related. They are meant to help you stay on track throughout each lesson and check your understanding of key concepts.You must be signed in to customize your interaction with these questions.
