The accuracy of visual estimation of weight and height in pre-operative supine patients.
Four observers estimated the weight and height of 38 patients who were lying covered on operating theatre trolleys. Regression analysis of the results was performed for each observer. The results showed marked variation in ability to assess these characteristics accurately.
Department of Anaesthetics, Torbay Hospital, Torquay, Devon, UK.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000758:Anesthesia / Q000592:standards*; D000886:Anthropometry / Q000379:methods*; D001827:Body Height; D001835:Body Weight; D002983:Clinical Competence; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015588:Observer Variation; D011300:Preoperative Care / Q000379:methods*; D012044:Regression Analysis; D016683:Supine Position