Which of the following is the best indicator of long-term nutritional status: (A) Mid arm circumference, (B) Height for age, (C) Weight for age, (D) Weight for height
Answer is B. Stunting or low height for age is an indicator of chronic malnutrition, the result of prolonged food deprivation and /or disease or illness.Ref: Page 95, Ghai Essential Pediatrics; 8th edition