Stadiometer is a height measurement tool recommended by the Ministry of Health. This tool, which is also known as a Portable Stadiometer, does not only function to measure adult height. However, it is also functional for measuring the height of a toddler who can stand. However, before measuring height with this instrument, it would be better if we understand the parts and their respective functions!
Discover the Function of a Portable Stadiometer
Stadiometer was first invented by Ignace Philippe Semmelweis in the 19th century. He realized the importance of monitoring the height according to the patient’s age. Initially, this instrument was just a piece of tape hanging on a wall with a certain stiffness. Today, the measuring tape hanging on the wall is known as a stature meter or microtoise.
As it develops, the use of a stature meter or microtoise is no longer relevant so it is not recommended anymore. Today, the Ministry of Health prefers Portable Stadiometer as a tool to measure height.
Height measurement can be used to determine growth status, compare with normal growth standards, detect growth disorders, and monitor response to nutritional interventions or medication.
Understanding the 5 Points of Height Measurement
Stadiometer consists of several parts. This section is important to ensure the 5 Measuring Points are achieved. The reason is, if these five points are reached, it means that the measurement object has reached its perfect posture. As a result, measuring height will produce valid data.
Here are 5 points for measuring height on this instrument:
- Back head
- Back
- The second part of the calf
- Buttocks
- The second part of the heel
Understanding the Important Parts of the Stadiometer
1. Pipe and Stadiometer Ruler
Stadiometer consists of 4 pipes and measuring ruler. Its function is to show the scale of measurement of height. In addition, the pipes and rulers need to be well embossed to avoid scale loss over time. In addition, the best ABS plastic base material in its class makes this instrument have strong resistance.
In addition, the plug and play method makes it easy for health workers and Posyandu cadres to use. This system is a ‘detachable’ system which can also make a height measuring tool with a Portable concept could be used anywhere and anytime.
2. Head Slider
Head Slider is a head limiter used to determine a person’s height. The head slider works to determine the tip of the head so that height data can be taken perfectly. On this instrument, Head Slider works with a ‘knock down’ system.
This method allows the Head Slider to be operated by simply sliding it up and down without the need to lock it. Not only makes it easy, but the Head Slider also speeds up the measurement process.
3. Base Stadiometer
The Stadiometer Base plays an important role in providing perfect posture when measurements are taken. This is because the base needs to have a heel limit. This is intended as an indicator of perfect posture. In addition, the Base needs to have a footrest in accordance with the Anthropometric Kit Standardization by the Ministry of Health.
4. Wall Stopper
Wall Stopper serves to hold the pipe to remain stable when measurements are taken. It is important to keep the pipe perpendicular so that the measurement results are valid. Wall Stopper is placed at the end of the fourth pipe. The Wall Stopper is also one of the indicators that conforms to the Ministry of Health’s Standardized Anthropometry Kit.
Get a Stadiometer that Meets Ministry of Health Standards
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