Canadian Health Information Management Association Practice Exam

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Which nutritional assessment tool focuses on body mass index (BMI) as a key indicator?

Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool.
Mini Nutritional Assessment.
Subjective Global Assessment.
Comprehensive Nutritional Assessment.

The correct answer is: Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool.

The Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) is the correct choice as it specifically incorporates Body Mass Index (BMI) as an essential component in its assessment process. MUST is designed to identify adults who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition by evaluating several factors, with BMI being one of the most critical indicators. By using BMI, along with recent weight loss and acute disease effect, MUST can effectively identify individuals needing nutritional intervention. The other options involve various methods of nutritional assessment but do not emphasize BMI as a primary measure. The Mini Nutritional Assessment focuses on broader criteria such as dietary habits and functional capacity. Subjective Global Assessment evaluates overall nutritional status based on clinical judgment and physical examination rather than specific numerical indicators. Finally, a Comprehensive Nutritional Assessment takes a holistic view of the individual’s nutritional status without centering on BMI specifically.