Summary
To support core patient care, this document describes the following:
• A standardised approach to measuring weight and height in children and adults, and to measuring length and head circumference in younger children.
• Interpreting and recording these measurements as part of determining weight status.
• Key equipment and patient considerations around taking these measurements.
Compliance with this policy directive is mandatory.
File size:
1839 KB
Document type:
Guideline
Document number:
GL2017_021
Publication date:
16 November 2017
Branch contact:
(02) 9424 5907
Replaces:
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Review date:
16 November 2023
Policy manual:
Not applicable
File number:
H17/80476-3
Previous reference:
Issue Date:
01 January 1970
Status:
Active
Obsolete date:
01 January 1970
Obsolete note:
Rescinded by:
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