The Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA®) is a screening tool designed to quickly assess the nutritional status of elderly individuals. It helps identify those who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition by evaluating factors such as dietary habits, weight loss, mobility, and overall health. The MNA® consists of a short questionnaire that provides a score, indicating whether further nutritional intervention is needed. It’s widely used in clinical and care settings to improve elderly patients’ health outcomes by addressing their nutritional needs.
