Download
1 / 4
40 likes | 214 Views
Weight. Equipment Used: Standard platform scales Electronic scales Bathroom scales Chair scales for client’s unable to weight bear. Weight. METHOD: Remember – the assessment screens for abnormal weight changes The patient’s weight will vary daily due to fluid loss or retention.
E N D
Weight • Equipment Used: • Standard platform scales • Electronic scales • Bathroom scales • Chair scales for client’s unable to weight bear.
Weight • METHOD: • Remember – the assessment screens for abnormal weight changes • The patient’s weight will vary daily due to fluid loss or retention. • Before measurement the nurse asks the patient:- • Their current weight and height • If there has been any recent weight loss or gains – may indicate fluid retention. • If a change exists the nurse assesses the:- • Amount • Period of time over which the change has occurred • Change of dietary habits, appetite • Change of prescription or self directed medication • Change in physical symptoms
Weight • Nurse should also note any patient concerns about weight loss or body image (eg never feeling thin enough regardless of weight loss) • An unusually strict calorie intake, laxative abuse, or excessive exercise could be warning signs of anorexia or bulimia. • Patients should be weighed – • - at the same time of day • on the same scales • in the same state of dress eg cotton pyjamas • to allow objective comparisons of subsequent weights. • Document and report
BMI • BMI = BODY MASS INDEX • Calculate Weight Height squared 62 kg 1.6 mt x 1.6 mt = 2.56 = BMI 24.2
