A young adult client notes height as "5 feet 11 inches" and weight as "200 lbs." Upon assessment,the client is found to be 5 feet 9 inches tall with a weight of 225 lbs.The nurse identifies the most likely reason for this discrepancy between the client's self-reported height and weight and the objective information indicates:

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The client may have an inaccurate perception of their height and weight, which can create a discrepancy between their self-reported and actual measurements. This can be due to various reasons such as denial, body dysmorphia, or lack of awareness.

A Young Adult Client Notes Height as "5 Feet 11