Question

How do you calculate the ideal body weight for a woman?

(a) 50 kg +- 1kg/2.5cm above or below 150 cm in height

(b) 45 kg +- 1kg/2.5cm above or below 150 cm in height

(c) 40 kg +- 1kg/2.5cm above or below 150 cm in height

(d) 35 kg +- 1kg/2.5cm above or below 150 cm in height

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Answer 1

Correct answer is (b) 45 kg +- 1kg/2.5cm above or below 150 cm in height

For explanation: The volume of distribution of drug gets affected by the changes in body weight. Increase in the body weight is directly related to the volume of various fluids. The ideal body weight for woman 45 kg +- 1kg/2.5cm above or below 150 cm in height. Any person whose body weight is more than 25% and above the IBW is considered to be obese.