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Development of an evidence-based clinical practice guideline on linear growth measurement of children.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  21726781     Owner:  NLM     Status:  In-Data-Review    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
Growth is an important indicator of child health; however, measurements are frequently inaccurate and unreliable. This article reviews the literature on linear growth measurement error and describes methods used to develop and evaluate an evidence-based clinical practice guideline on the measurement of recumbent length and stature of infants, children, and adolescents. Systematic methods were used to identify evidence to answer clinical questions about growth measurement. A multidisciplinary team critically appraised and synthesized the evidence to develop clinical practice recommendations using an evidence-based practice rating scheme. The guideline was prospectively evaluated through internal and external reviews and a pilot study to ensure its validity and reliability. Adoption of the clinical practice guideline can improve the accuracy and reliability of growth measurement data.
Authors:
Jan M Foote; Linda H Brady; Amber L Burke; Jennifer S Cook; Mary E Dutcher; Kathleen M Gradoville; Jennifer A Groos; Kimberly M Kinkade; Reylon A Meeks; Pamela J Mohr; Debra S Schultheis; Brenda S Walker; Kirk T Phillips
Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article     Date:  2010-10-29
Journal Detail:
Title:  Journal of pediatric nursing     Volume:  26     ISSN:  1532-8449     ISO Abbreviation:  J Pediatr Nurs     Publication Date:  2011 Aug 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2011-07-05     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  8607529     Medline TA:  J Pediatr Nurs     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  312-24     Citation Subset:  IM; N    
Copyright Information:
Copyright © 2011 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
Affiliation:
Blank Children's Hospital, Des Moines, IA; Iowa Health-Des Moines, Des Moines, IA; Iowa Health System, Des Moines, IA.
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