Question 335 · LEK · Cross-cutting topics

Growth charts should be used as a point of reference for blood pressure in children. The charts take into account:

1) the age;
2) the sex;
3) the weight;
4) the height;
5) the height centile.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,2,5.
  2. B. 1,2,3.
  3. C. 1,2,4.
  4. D. 1,3,5.
  5. E. 2,3,4.
Hint

Paediatric blood pressure norms depend on demographic variables and on body size expressed relative to peers of the same age and sex.

The answer, the explanation and a note on every option are available once you log in. The account is free: topic tests, a mock exam, mistake review and statistics.

Create a free account Log in

More questions on Pediatrics