Tag: Must screening tool

According to studies on the Malnutrition Screening Tool (MST), a score of 2 or higher identifies patients who are at significant risk for malnutrition and poorer health outcomes. This score is not just a number; it is a critical alarm that triggers specific clinical and nutritional interventions to prevent serious complications.

Over 3 million people in the UK are estimated to be at risk of malnutrition at any given time, a problem often under-recognised and under-treated. The key to addressing this significant health issue is effective screening, and for many healthcare professionals, this starts with understanding what MUST malnutrition stands for.