Nutritional Risk Screening (NRS-2002) Calculator

NRS-2002 Screening

Nutritional Status Impairment

Severity of Disease

Age >= 70 years?

Formula

NRS-2002 = Nutritional Status (0-3) + Disease Severity (0-3) + Age Factor (0-1) | At risk if >= 3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NRS-2002?

NRS-2002 (Nutritional Risk Screening 2002) is a validated tool to identify hospitalized patients who are at nutritional risk and may benefit from nutritional support.

When is a patient at nutritional risk?

A total score of 3 or higher indicates nutritional risk and the need for a nutritional care plan. The score combines nutritional status, disease severity, and age.

How often should screening be done?

Screen on admission and weekly during hospitalization. Rescreen with significant changes in clinical condition.

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