Table 3 Body mass index (BMI) classification of weights comparing the actual with the estimated weights
From: Estimation of weight in adults from height: a novel option for a quick bedside technique
BMI (kg/m2) | Classification | Actual weight (kg) | Estimated weight | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Frequency | Percentage | Frequency | Percentage | ||
< 18.5 | Underweight | 6 | 4.9 | – | – |
18.5–24.5 | Normal | 94 | 77.1 | 99 | 81.1 |
25.0–29.5 | Overweight | 22 | 18.0 | 23 | 18.9 |
30.0–34.5 | Obesity class 1 | – | – | – | – |
35.0–39.5 | Obesity class 2 | – | – | – | – |
≥ 40 | Obesity class 3 | – | – | – | – |
Total | 122 | 100.0 | 122 | 100.0 | |