The accuracy of parent-reported height and weight for 6–12 year old U.S. children

The accuracy of parent-reported height and weight for 6–12 year old U.S. children

Abstract Background Previous studies have examined correlations between BMI calculated using parent-reported and directly-measured child height and weight. The objective of this study was to validate correction factors for parent-reported child measurements. Methods Concordance between parent-report...

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Main Authors: Davene R. Wright, Karen Glanz, Trina Colburn, Shannon M. Robson, Brian E. Saelens
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-02-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
Subjects:
Body mass index
Body weights and measures
Misperception
Parents
Obesity
Overweight
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12887-018-1042-x

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