BODY MASS INDEX

This is used to determine if the body weight of an individual is

normal. It is calculated using the formula:

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The units for BMI is: Kg/m

After calculating BMI, the table below can be used to draw conclusions:
BMI (Kg/m2) Conclusion
Below 18.5 Underweight
18.5 – 24.9 Normal weight
25.0 – 29.9 Over weight
30.0 or more Obese

Example: Using the formula and information above, visit the nurse’s station, take your height and weight
measurement, calculate your BMI and draw a conclusion about your body weight using the table above.