Nutritional Risk Index (NRI)
Quantifies malnutrition, validated in many populations.
Note: Although weight and nutritional status are not always correlated (e.g., obese patients may have malnutrition), for the purposes of this calculator, patients with increased weight from baseline (present weight > usual weight) are unlikely to have malnutrition. Always use clinical judgment.
Advice
The results of this tool should be used in conjunction with clinical judgment and specialist recommendations to guide management.
Management
If nutritional risk is identified:
- Optimize nutrition, which may include:
- Consultation with a dietitian.
- Encouraging nutrient-dense foods.
- Oral supplementation (e.g., protein shakes, caloric boosters).
- Enteral feedings, if oral intake is not feasible or inadequate.
- Parenteral nutrition, only if enteral feeding is contraindicated or insufficient.
- Monitor and reassess nutritional status regularly.
If no risk:
- Continue routine monitoring in at-risk populations.
- Address any modifiable factors contributing to potential future malnutrition.