Question

what is the reason for calculating a body mass index (bmi) for age during a health maintenance assessment for school age clients

Answer 1

To assess for obesity or being overweight.

Step-by-step explanation:

The number of children considered 'overweight' or 'obese' is increasing drastically in the United States. Body Mass Index can be used to identify children who are obese or overweight or at risk to become obese or overweight.