The well-nourished patient can better tolerate treatment, experiences fewer postoperative complications, and recovers more quickly from illness or injury. Although Americans realize the importance of good nutrition, malnutrition has been reported in 52-85% of long-term care patients. The Nutrition Screening Initiative has been launched to raise the consciousness level of both professionals and the public regarding nutrition and the value of nutritional screening.
营养状况良好的患者能够更好地耐受治疗，术后并发症更少，并且能更快地从疾病或损伤中康复。尽管美国人意识到了良好营养的重要性，但据报道，52%至85%的长期护理患者存在营养不良问题。“营养筛查倡议”已经启动，以提高专业人员和公众对营养以及营养筛查价值的认识水平。
