Which of the following is the best
reference for growth monitoring in
children?
a) ICMR
b) NCHS
c) Boston
d) IAP
Correct Answer - B
Answer- B. NCHS
WHO reference values (NCHS standards)
These are most commonly used and best available reference values
for international use.
These values are based on the data assembled by United States
National Centre for Health Statistics (NCHS).
Classification of PEM is based on these standards