NCLEX Question for body mass index (BMI)

NCLEX Review Question

In which range of body mass index (BMI) are patients considered to have increased risk for problems associated with poor nutritional status?

a.Below 24
b.25-29
c.30 to 39
d.Over 40

Correct Answer: A
Below 24
Rationale: Additionally, higher mortality rates in hospitalized patients and community-dwelling elderly are associated with individuals who have low BMI.

25-29
Rationale: Those who have a BMI of 25 to 29 are considered overweight.

30 to 39
Rationale: Those who have BMI of 30-39 are considered obese.

Over 40
Rationale: Those who have BMI over 40 are considered extremely obese.

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