User-Informed Medical Device Development: A Case Study for Pediatric Malnutrition Assessment

• Main Authors: Kristi Thaete MS (Author), Kasey Rowzer MS (Author), Karen Stephens MS (Author), Susan M. Abdel-Rahman PharmD (Author)
• Formato: Livro
• Publicado em: SAGE Publishing, 2019-07-01T00:00:00Z.
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Background . Mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) has been extensively used to classify pediatric malnutrition. Recently, MUAC z score was recommended; however, the logistics of implementation were not addressed. This study examines the usability of a device that provides MUAC and corresponding z scor...