NCLEX Question for body weight for a woman

NCLEX Review Question

To calculate the ideal body weight for a woman, the nurse allows

a.100 pounds for 5 feet of height.
b.106 pounds for 5 feet of height.
c.6 pounds for each additional inch over 5 feet.
d.80 pounds for 5 feet of height.

Correct Answer: A
100 pounds for 5 feet of height.
Rationale: To calculate the ideal body weight of a woman, the nurse allows 100 pounds for 5 feet of height and adds 5 pounds for each additional inch over 5 feet

106 pounds for 5 feet of height.
Rationale: The nurse allows 106 pounds for 5 feet of height in calculating the ideal body weight for a man.

6 pounds for each additional inch over 5 feet.
Rationale: The nurse adds 6 pounds for each additional inch over 5 feet in calculating the ideal body weight for a man.

80 pounds for 5 feet of height.
Rationale: Eighty pounds for 5 feet of height is too little.

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