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Winch, A. (2002). Obtaining
accurate growth measurements in
children. Journal for Specialists in
Pediatric Nursing, 7 (4), 166-169.

1. Instructor led demonstration IN CLASS:
Demonstrate proper before breaking out into groups 5 minutes Simulation Mannequins, Active participation
technique when obtaining Demonstration standiometer, in role play,
and documenting pediatric 2. Five practice stations: 20 minutes Discussion infantometer, successful
growth measurements a. Infant Q/A session with measuring tape, completion of return
b. Toddler feedback calculator, growth demonstration test
c. School age Role play charts (proper technique of
d. Adolescent height, weight, and
e. Charting Station head circumference)

3. Test out exercise 15 minutes

4. Discussion: 10 minutes
- Age based challenges
- Tips/tricks for measuring
children TOTAL:
- Abnormal measurements 50 minutes
- Importance of accuracy

References:

CDC (2013). Use and
Interpretation of the WHO and
CDC growth charts for
children from birth to 20 years in
the united states. Retrieved from
https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnp
a/growthcharts/resources/growthch
art.pdf on October, 16 2017.