Shakir's tape is used in age group of:-: (A) 3 months to 5 years, (B) 6 months to 5 years, (C) 9 months to 5 years, (D) 1 year to 5 years
Answer is B. Mid Arm Circumference:- Field instrument used to measure Mid arm circumference is Shakir's tape Used in age group 6 months to 5years. Normal value is > 13.5cms Mild to moderate PEM = 12.5 -13.5 cms Severe PEM = <12.5 cms