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Module 4 Lab Assignment B

Module 4 Lab Assignment B

Q Assignment Instructions Follow the instructions to complete your assignment. Refer to the Course Schedule located on the Course Menu for the due date. 1. Prior to completing this assignment: a. Schedule a time that is convenient for your preceptor b. Secure a volunteer c. Gather the following equipment: o Scale for weight o Stadiometer for height o Tape measure ( preferably one that indicates cm) o Skinfold calipers (If unavailable from your preceptor, these may be purchased for around $6 online through Amazon or Walmart. Contact your instructor if you are unable to procure calipers. Use the attached chart [PDF] to determine body fat percentage. 2. Download the Preceptor Evaluator Form [DOCX]. Save file as LastName_FirstName_M4-Preceptor.doc. a. Email this form to your preceptor prior to your scheduled assignment time. b. Your preceptor may digitally complete this form and return to you in an email. 3. Download the Anthropometrics Assignment [DOCX]. Save file as LastName_FirstName_M4-LabB.doc 4. Be sure to review the assignment document and to familiarize yourself with what is required prior to beginning the assignment. 5. Complete the assignment by following the directions on the assignment document. 6. Submit your assignment. To do this: a. Select the assignment link above. b. Select the "Browse My Computer" button. c. Select the documents. o LastName_FirstName_M4-Preceptor.docx o LastName_FirstName_M4-LabB.docx d. Select the "Open" button. e. Select the "Submit" button.

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Height and Weight: 1. Measure your volunteer’s height in inches using the stadiometer. Then convert height into the metric system. Remember: 1 foot = 12 inches 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters (cm) Ht. inches cm m 6 1 185.42 1.854 2. Using the tape measure, determine arm span measurement. Arm span (in inches) cm m 37 93.98 .94 3. With your patient volunteer seated in a chair with legs bent at a 90° angle, measure knee height. Note, knee height is customarily measured using a sliding caliper. If knee height calipers are not available at your location, you may use a tape measure for the purpose of this exercise.