Identifying nutritional deficit vulnerability and early and advanced malnutrition states in the elderly can be challenging. This article provides a clinical evaluation guide for identifying risks and diagnosing incipient and advanced malnutrition. Diagnosis and intervention can prevent loss of function and independence and decrease morbidity and mortality in the elderly.
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