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Which situation represents nutritional adequacy?
Consumption of the required amount of a nutrient to meet physiological diet
What is malnutrition?
Bad nutritional status caused by either undernutrition or overnutrition
What is the primary purpose of nutritional status assessment?
To assess the state of nourishment of a subject or patient
What is included in a nutrition assessment?
In-depth evaluation of both objective and subjective data related to food and nutrient intake, lifestyle, and medical history
What are anthropometric measures in nutritional assessment?
Objective measurements of body muscle and fat such as height, weight, and body measures
Explore the assessment of a person's nourishment and health in relation to their diet. Learn about the two situations of nutritional status: nutritional adequacy and malnutrition.
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