What is nutrition screening? - ANSWER---the process of identifying patients, clients, or
groups who may have a nutrition diagnosis and benefit from nutrition assessment
intervention by an RD
When does nutrition screening occur? - ANSWER---within 24 hours of admission
What is the goal of nutrition screening? - ANSWER---does this person need to be
assessed by an RD
What is nutrition assessment? - ANSWER---evaluates the patient in detail to identify a
nutrition-related problem
What are the parts of the nutrition care process? - ANSWER---assessment, diagnosis,
intervention, monitoring and evaluation