The nurse is collecting data from a client at the ambulatory care clinic.During the meeting,the client asks the nurse about using height and weight tables to determine his ideal weight.What response by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Height and weight tables are limited in their ability to accurately predict the weight status of an individual. They do not take into account differences in body composition or individual health factors. It is important to use multiple methods of measuring weight status, such as body mass index and waist circumference, and to work with a healthcare provider to set realistic weight goals.

The Nurse Is Collecting Data from a Client at the Ambulatory