Measurement Conversions and Body Mass Index (BMI)

Vocabulary flashcards covering height and weight unit conversions, metric and US customary BMI formulas, BMI classification thresholds, and medical assistant clinical duties.

Pounds to kilograms conversion

The calculation to convert weight from pounds to kilograms by dividing the weight in pounds by $2.2$.

Kilograms to pounds conversion

The calculation to convert weight from kilograms to pounds by multiplying the weight in kilograms by $2.2$.

Inches to feet conversion

The calculation to convert height from inches to feet by dividing the total number of inches by $12$.

BMI formula (Metric system)

$$BMI = \frac{\text{weight in kg}}{\text{height in m}^2}$$

BMI formula (US customary system)

$$BMI = \frac{\text{weight in lb}}{\text{height in inches}^2} \times 703$$

Underweight BMI

A BMI classification defined by a result of less than $18.5$.

Normal BMI range

A BMI percentage ranging from $18.5$ to $24.9$.

Overweight BMI

A BMI classification indicated by a value greater than $24.9$.

Obesity BMI

A classification defined by a BMI score of $30.0$ and greater.

Medical Assistant (MA) BMI responsibilities

Calculating BMI using calculations and graphs or using a calculation program within the electronic health record.