Body Mass Index (Bmi); Evaluating Body Mass Index For Adults - Seca 959 Instruction Manual

Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body Mass Index puts height and weight in relationship to one another, providing more
accurate information than ideal Broca weight, for example. A tolerance range is given
which is considered ideal for health.
– Press the Start key with no load on the
scale.
,
se(a 8. 8 . 8 . 8 . 8 .
secutively in the display. The scale is
then automatically set to zero and ready
for operation.
– Press the FUNC key.
On the display, you will see the last
height entered.
– You can use the arrow keys to adjust
the value in increments according to the
graduations displayed.
– Once the correct value is set, press the
FUNC key again. The BMI function is
now activated.
– Get the patient to sit on the scale.
– Read off the BMI on the digital display
and compare it with the categories on
page 26.
– Press an arrow key if you would like to
see the weight briefly.
– To return to normal weighing mode,
press the FUNC key.
– To switch off the scale, press the Start
key again.

Evaluating Body Mass Index for adults:

Compare the value determined with the categories quoted below which correspond to
those used by WHO, 2000.
• BMI below 18.5:
Warning, this patient weighs too little. There could be a tendency to anorexia. An in-
crease in weight is recommended to improve well-being and performance. If in doubt,
consult a specialist.
• BMI between 18.5 and 24.9:
The patient is of a normal weight. He can stay as he his.
• BMI between 25 and 30 (pre-obese):
The patient is slightly to moderately overweight. He should cut his weight if he is al-
ready ill (e.g. diabetes, hypertension, gout, fat metabolism disorders).
• BMI over 30:
Weight reduction is essential. Metabolism, cardiovascular system and bones are all un-
der strain. A consistent diet, plenty of movement and behavioural training are all rec-
ommended. If in doubt, consult a specialist.
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