Malnutrition Screening

The Malnutrition Screening Tool (MST) is a validated, simple tool used to identify adults at risk of malnutrition. It is intended for screening purposes only, not for diagnosis.

Malnutrition Screening Tool (MST)

1. Within the last 6 months, have you lost weight without trying?

NoYesUnsure

2. Have you been eating less food than usual because you have not been hungry?

NoYes

About the MST▼

Reference: Ferguson, M., Capra, S., Bauer, J., & Banks, M. (1999). Development of a valid and reliable malnutrition screening tool for adult acute hospital patients. Nutrition, 15(6), 458-464.

Interpretation: A score of 0-1 indicates low risk, while a score of 2 or more indicates high risk for malnutrition.