When Monitoring Serial Measurements, Such as Head Circumference or Abdominal

Multiple Choice

When monitoring serial measurements, such as head circumference or abdominal girth, which procedure is best to ensure that the tape measure is placed in the same position each time?

A) Record the anatomic location for tape placement in the patient's chart.
B) Mark the borders of the tape at several intervals on the skin with a pen.
C) Demonstrate proper tape placement to all members of the health care team.
D) Ask the same person to perform the measurement each time.
E) Ask the patient if the tape measure is on the same spot.