Pounds Quote by Ina May Gaskin
““I have also known of weight estimates by ultrasound to be off by as much as five pounds.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Birth Stories, 1995
Ultrasound weight estimates can be inaccurate by up to five pounds, highlighting limits of technology.
In simple terms: Ultrasound weight estimates can be off by five pounds.
Key Takeaway
Recognize measurement limits.
Themes
medicine
technology
accuracy
Mood
cautious
pragmatic
Type
clinical
educational
When to use this quote
- prenatal care
- patient counseling
- clinical decision making
Key Concepts
ultrasound
weight estimation
clinical practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify critical measurements?
- When should you trust clinical judgment over tech?
A Different Perspective
Technology may give false confidence.
