Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) Practice Exam

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What BMI category does a 30-year-old African American female with a BMI of 17.5 fall into?

Underweight
Normal
Overweight
Obese

The correct answer is: Underweight

A BMI of 17.5 is considered underweight. The classification of BMI categories assists healthcare providers in assessing an individual’s body weight relative to their height. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria, the thresholds for BMI categories are as follows: - Underweight: BMI less than 18.5 - Normal weight: BMI 18.5 to 24.9 - Overweight: BMI 25 to 29.9 - Obese: BMI 30 and above Since a BMI of 17.5 is below the 18.5 threshold, it clearly places this individual in the underweight category. This classification is important for healthcare practitioners because being underweight can lead to various health risks, including malnutrition, weakened immune function, and potential reproductive issues. Understanding these BMI classifications not only helps in evaluating the individual’s health status but also guides diet and health management strategies for those who are underweight.