Nutritional Assessment AnthropometryQuiz

What percentage of unexplained weight change in less than one month indicates nutritional risk for an adult?

• 3%

• 10%

• 5%

• 7%

What does a MUAC measurement in the green band indicate?

• Malnourished

• Not malnourished

• At risk of malnutrition

• Severely malnourished

Which measurement is predictive of obesity and chronic disease risk for men?

• Waist circumference of 76 cm

• Waist circumference of 94 cm

• Waist circumference of 102 cm

• Waist circumference of 88 cm

What is the primary use of skinfold measurement?

• Measure height

• Assess muscle mass

• Evaluate hydration levels

• Estimate body fat percentage

What is the significance of a MUAC measurement less than 23.5 cm?

• BMI is likely to be less than 20 kg/m2

• Indicates normal nutrition

• BMI is likely to be greater than 30 kg/m2

• Indicates obesity

Which method is considered the most accurate for estimating body fat?

• Air Displacement Plethysmography

• Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis

• Skinfold Measurement

• Underwater Weighing

What is the primary purpose of using Mid Arm Circumference (MAC)?

• To assess body fat distribution

• To estimate bone density

• To measure height

• To evaluate hydration levels

What does a waist circumference of 88 cm for women indicate?

• Underweight

• Normal weight

• Predictive of obesity and chronic disease risk

• Healthy body composition

What is the margin of error for underwater weighing?

• 4-5%

• 1-2%

• 3-4%

• 2-3%

Which technique uses low-frequency electrical current to assess body composition?

• Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis

• Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry

• Computed Tomography

• Air Displacement Plethysmography