JOURNAL ARTICLE

Ensuring adequate nutrition for adults in acute care settings.

  • Published In: Nursing Standard, 2026, v. 41, n. 4. P. 39 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Jackson, Emma; Johnston, Phill 3 of 3

Abstract

Why you should read this article: • To acknowledge the importance of conducting regular nutritional screenings in adult hospital inpatients • To better understand common nutrition impact symptoms and their clinical management • To enhance your knowledge of nutritional interventions for preventing or managing malnutrition in hospital. Nutrition is fundamental to human life and a comprehensive knowledge of the body's nutritional needs is crucial for enhancing health and promoting recovery. This article outlines principles of optimal nutrition relevant to nurses working with adults in acute care settings. It provides an overview of metabolism, energy expenditure, nutrients and malnutrition, discusses nutritional screening and explores nutrition impact symptoms commonly experienced by acute patients. The article also outlines the responsibilities of nurses in preventing or managing malnutrition in patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Nursing Standard. 2026/04, Vol. 41, Issue 4, p39
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0029-6570
  • DOI:10.7748/ns.2026.e12307
  • Accession Number:192697185
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