Weight estimation in Paediatrics: how accurate is the Broselow-tape weight estimation in the Nigerian child

• Main Authors: Ogochukwu N. Iloh (Author), Benedict Edelu (Author), Kenechukwu K. Iloh (Author), Obianuju O. Igbokwe (Author), Ikenna K. Ndu (Author), Obinna C. Nduagubam (Author), Uzoamaka C. Akubuilo (Author), Ijeoma N. Obumneme-Anyim (Author), Joy N. Eze (Author), Chidiebere D. I. Osuorah (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Determination of weight in children is an important aspect of their assessment. It has a wide range of usefulness including assessing their nutritional status and drug dose calculation. Despite its usefulness, weight estimation in children in certain conditions can be challenging...