4 Questions
Which category of nutritional assessment involves measurements of height, weight, and body composition?
Anthropometric methods
Which category of nutritional assessment involves analyzing blood, urine, and tissue samples?
Biochemical methods
Which category of nutritional assessment involves the examination of physical signs and symptoms related to nutrition-related diseases?
Clinical methods
Which category of nutritional assessment involves recording food intake and eating habits?
Dietary assessment
Study Notes
Nutritional Assessment Categories
- Anthropometric Assessment: involves measurements of height, weight, and body composition to evaluate nutritional status
- Biochemical Assessment: involves analyzing blood, urine, and tissue samples to assess nutritional deficiencies or excesses
- Clinical Assessment: involves the examination of physical signs and symptoms related to nutrition-related diseases to identify potential health problems
- Dietary Assessment: involves recording food intake and eating habits to evaluate dietary patterns and nutrient intake
Test your knowledge about the four main categories of nutritional assessment, known as ABCD methods, which include anthropometric methods, biochemical methods (laboratory), clinical methods, and dietary assessment.
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