BMI_calculation v.0.1.0
Body mass index (BMI) is a simple index of weight-for-height that is commonly used to classify overweight and obesity in adults. Frame of reference as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO): Below 18,5 - underweight, 18,5-24,9 - normal weight, 25,0-29,9 - overweight, 30,0-34,9 - obesity class I, 35,0 - 39,9 - obesity class II, Above 40,0 - obesity class III
To calculate the body mass index.
BMI is calculated using the formula: BMI = weight / [height]², where weight is in kilograms and height is in meters.
To interpret the result of the BMI calculated here, use the BMI assessment guideline.
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openEHR-EHR-OBSERVATION.height, openEHR-EHR-OBSERVATION.body_weight, openEHR-EHR-OBSERVATION.body_mass_index
