This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Urology, Subject name: Surgery
In surgical patient malnutrition is best assessed by 
Select and explain. 
A. Serum albumin, B. Hb level, C. Mid arm circumference, D. Tricpes skin fold thickness
C: Mid arm circumference
Answer: C: Mid arm circumference 
Explanation: .* Weight loss more than 10% of individual's weight in 6 months is called as significant weight loss. * Body Mass Index (BMI) is body weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. BMI less than 18.5 signifies nutritional impairment and below 15 signifies severe malnutrition.in surgical patients malnutrition is best assessed by mid arm circumference. ref:SRB&;s manual of surgery,ed 3,pg no 86