When the nurse measures waist-to-hip ratio and calculates the midarm muscle circumference (MAMC), the nurse is assessing
A) overall muscle strength and density compared to fat stores.
B) proportion and distribution of muscle mass and body fat.
C) reserves of protein and calories stores in the muscle.
D) the size of the body frame related to body weight.

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These two anthropometric measures are used to assess the proportion and distribution of muscle mass and body fat.

When the Nurse Measures Waist-To-Hip Ratio and Calculates the Midarm