Vol. 3, Issue 5, Part I (2017)

Abstract
A descriptive study was conducted to assess the nutritional status of under five children. The main aim of the study was to assess the nutritional status of under five children. A sample of 60 mothers was selected for this study by using non probability convenience sampling technique. After obtaining informed consent from the participant, observational checklist was used. Height, weight, mid arm circumference and 24 hours recall was assessed. The result reveals that, majority of under five children had normal nutritional status.