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The document outlines the Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening Guidelines for Schools as established by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. It provides a comprehensive framework for schools to conduct BMI screenings for students in grades 1, 4, 7, and 10, detailing essential elements such as proper measurement protocols, equipment requirements, parent communication strategies, and follow-up procedures. The guidelines emphasize the importance of confidentiality, sensitivity in communication regarding weight status, and the need for referrals to healthcare providers when necessary. The overarching goal is to promote healthy eating and active living among students while monitoring health trends across the state.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the BMI Screening Guidelines for Schools document in the editor.
Begin by reviewing the 'Introduction' section, which outlines the purpose of the BMI screening and its importance. This will help you understand the context as you fill out the form.
Navigate to the 'Essential Elements of Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening' section. Here, ensure that you have all necessary equipment ready for accurate height and weight measurements.
In the 'Protocols for Measuring Height and Weight' section, follow the detailed instructions provided to ensure proper measurement techniques are applied.
Proceed to calculate BMI using one of the recommended tools listed in 'Calculating BMI and Recording Measurements'. Make sure to record each student's data accurately in your health records.
Finally, refer to the 'Parent Communication, Referral and Follow-up' section to prepare any necessary communication materials for parents regarding their child's results.

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Who guidelines on BMI?

The WHO regards an adult BMI of less than 18.5 as underweight and possibly indicative of malnutrition, an eating disorder, or other health problems, while a BMI of 25 or more is considered overweight and 30 or more is considered obese.

What are the CMS guidelines for BMI?

CLINICAL RECOMMENDATION STATEMENTS: Overweight and Underweight Categories: Underweight 40 (1).

What is BMI in school?

BMI is a screening tool used to help school nurses assess if a child has a healthy weight compared to other children of the same age and sex. These results are communicated to the parents or guardians of each student screened.

What is the CDC standard for BMI?

Overweight is body mass index (BMI) at or above the 85th percentile and below the 95th percentile from the sex-specific BMI-for-age 2000 CDC Growth Charts. Obesity is BMI at or above the 95th percentile. Severe obesity is BMI at or above 120% of the 95th percentile.

What are the CDC guidelines for BMI?

Detailed Results BMI CategoryBMI Range Underweight Below 18.5 Healthy Weight 18.5 to 24.9 Overweight 25.0 to 29.9 Obesity 30.0 or greater3 more rows Jun 26, 2024