What is the mid upper arm circumference - cut off value for malnutrition of a child:: (A) 12.5cm, (B) 10.5cm, (C) 14.5cm, (D) 9.5cm
Answer is A. Ans. (a) 12.5cmRef : OP Ghai 8th ed./97* Mid arm circumference is measured by a Field instrument -> Shakir's tape* Among age group: 1-5 yrs* <12.5 cm shows severe malnutrition