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Position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Malnutrition (Undernutrition) Screening Tools for All Adults

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: It is the position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that, based upon current evidence, the Malnutrition Screening Tool should be used to screen adults for malnutrition (undernutrition) regardless of their age, medical history, or setting. Malnutrition (undernutrition) screening is a simple process intended to quickly recognize individuals who may have a malnutrition diagnosis. While numerous malnutrition screening tools are in use, their levels of validity, agreement, reliability, and generalizability vary. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics reviewed the body of evidence supporting malnutrition screening tools and determined a single tool for identifying adults in all settings who may have malnutrition, regardless of their age or medical history. The Nutrition Screening for Adults Workgroup conducted a systematic review of the most robust evidence to promote using the highest-quality malnutrition screening tool available.

Source: Kompass Nutrition & Dietetics

DOI: 10.1159/000516528

Authors: Annalynn Skipper, Anne Coltman, Jennifer Tomesko, Pamela Charney, Judith Porcari, Tami A. Piemonte, Deepa Handu, Feon W. Cheng

Institutions: American Medical Association, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, University of North Georgia, Lehman College, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Language: English

Topic: Nutrition and Health in Aging

Subfield: Physiology (medical)

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W3158317272

FWCI: 0.296

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Cited by: 3

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