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A medical assistant is reviewing the medical record of a patient who has a body mass index (BMI) of 32. Which of the following classifications does this BMI fall under?
- ANormal weight
- BOverweight
- CUnderweight
- DObese
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Obese
A BMI of 32 falls into the obese classification. According to standard classifications, obesity is defined as a BMI of 30 or greater.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Normal weight is a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9.
- B. Overweight is a BMI between 25.0 and 29.9.
- C. Underweight is a BMI of less than 18.5.
BMI Classifications - Adult
Standard categories for Body Mass Index (BMI) in adults, used to assess weight status relative to height.
- Underweight: <18.5
- Normal: 18.5-24.9
- Overweight: 25.0-29.9
- Obese: ≥30.0
Memory trick: BMI: 30+, you're Obese!