Guessing Patients' weight could skew nutrition care, study warns
NCT ID NCT07514572
First seen Apr 19, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study looks at whether estimated or self-reported weight and height in older hospital patients (age 65+) lead to incorrect nutrition assessments. Researchers will compare these estimates with exact measurements and see how they affect nutrition scores. The goal is to improve accuracy in patient care, drug dosing, and nutrition planning.
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