Question

the nurse provides care for a client with a body mass index (bmi) of 37.0 kg/m². which is the best description of the clients body weight? 1. obese. 2. normal weight. 3. overweight. 4. underweight.

Explanation:

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure used to categorize body weight. A BMI of less than 18.5 kg/m² is classified as underweight. A BMI between 18.5 - 24.9 kg/m² is normal weight. A BMI of 25 - 29.9 kg/m² is overweight. A BMI of 30 kg/m² or higher is obese. Since the client's BMI is 37.0 kg/m² (which is ≥ 30 kg/m²), the client is obese.

Answer:

1. Obese.