Unit 1: Assessment and screening options
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Indices and clinical signs for assessing malnutrition and when to use them
Now, let’s see what you need for each index measurement.

Index What is needed
Weight-for-height/length Scale, height/length board, weight-for-height/length reference table
Weight-for-age Age, scale, weight-for-age chart or reference table
Height/length-for-age Age, height/length board, height/length-for-age chart or reference table
Mid-upper arm circumference Tape