Use of the malnutrition screening tool by non ‐dietitians to identify at‐risk patients in a rehabilitation setting: A validation study

ConclusionsNon‐dietitian staff failed to apply the malnutrition screening tool with sufficient sensitivity in normal ward practice to warrant its use in the rehabilitation setting. Alternative options for identification of malnutrition need to be considered to ensure appropriate treatment.

Source: Nutrition and Dietetics - February 1, 2018 Category: Nutrition Authors: Paulina Wester, Rebecca Angus, Dayle Easlea, Michelle Lin, Benjamin Chen, Leanne Bisset Tags: Original Research Source Type: research