The nurse is admitting a patient to the medical unit.Which of the following are reasons the nurse may perform a nutritional screening on this patient? (Select all that apply. )

A) To assess risk for malnutrition
B) To assist with feeding
C) To identify risk for aspiration
D) To determine body weight

Nutritional Screening

The process of identifying patients at risk of malnutrition to ensure they receive timely and appropriate nutritional support.

Malnutrition

A condition resulting from an inadequate intake or absorption of nutrients, leading to poor health.

Aspiration

The inhalation of food, fluid, or foreign material into the lungs, which can cause respiratory distress or infection.