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Article: The Use of Growth Charts for Assessing and Monitoring Growth in Canadian Infants and Children
- Article from:
- Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research
- Article date:
- April 1, 2004
- Author:
CopyrightCopyright Dietitians of Canada Spring 2004. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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A collaborative statement from Dietitians of Canada, Canadian Paediatric Society, The College of Family Physicians of Canada, and Community Health Nurses Association of Canada
Abstract
Recent changes to commonly used growth charts, including the addition of charts for body mass inde
x, have raised questions on which growth charts to use for Canadian children and how to apply body mass index in the paediatric population. This statement, developed collaboratively by key organizations in paediatric health care, is intended for use as a practice guideline for medical practitioners and clinical and community health (public health, home health) professionals. The desired outcome is the provision ...