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Activity 1B. Calculating Body Mass Index (BMI)

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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

  1. 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).
  2. 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

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

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Activity Question

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What is the Body Mass Index category for a 54-year-old woman who is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 159 pounds?

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