Malnutrition of the hospitalised patient--assessment of provision of diet and dietary intake.
Malnutrition is a common problem amongst hospitalised patients leading to an increased risk of mortality and morbidity. Malnutrition occurs when a patient's nutrient intake is insufficient to meet their requirements.
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North Herts NHS Trust, Lister Hospital Renal Unit, Hertfordshire, UK.
D002149:Energy Intake; D005260:Female; D005521:Food Service, Hospital / Q000592:standards*; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015596:Nutrition Assessment; D009748:Nutrition Disorders / Q000178:diet therapy* / Q000209:etiology; D009751:Nutritional Requirements; D051437:Renal Insufficiency / Q000150:complications*