II. Indication
III. Efficacy
- Weight for Length is a better indicator than weight alone for determining Failure to Thrive
IV. Definition
- Assesses percentile of a given Weight for Length (or height) ratio when comparing children in the same age cohort
V. Interpretation
- Criteria for severe Malnutrition (may warrant inpatient management for Failure to Thrive)
- Weight <70% of the 50th percentile Weight for Length