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Figure 2. Nutritional Assessment
Malnourished or at
risk for becoming
malnourished?
Follow up regularly until goals are met
(e.g., weight loss, nutrient increase, A1C management,
wounds healing, risk reduction
Assessment
Assessment includes
patient history,
physical exam and
labs, risk tools and
questionnaires
Create individualized
nutrition care plan
Continue
monitoring
YES
NO
Moderate or
High Risk
Well
nourished
Screening
(for all patients)
Hydration and diet
adjustments
Discuss starting
ONS and other
supplementation
Continue monitoring
