The nurse needs to collect nutrition screening data from elementary school students. What data will the nurse collect?

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Anthropometric data, which include physical characteristics, are part of the screening process. Height and weight are measured quickly and are used to calculate BMI. Head circumference is measured in infants to assess growth. Food frequency is part of a more comprehensive assessment. The nurse does not need to know about school lunch participation for screening purposes.

The Nurse Needs to Collect Nutrition Screening Data from Elementary