The Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment tool
a. should not be used as a basis for interven-tions because the data are subjective.
b. provides a method for assessing the psy-chosocial effects of cancer on the patient.
c. allows for early detection of patients who have potential or actual nutritional defi-cits.
d. allows patients to evaluate their own nu-tritional status without the input of a reg-istered dietitian.
C
The Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment tool allows for early detection of patients who have potential or actual nutritional deficits. Some parts of the form are completed by the patient, but others are completed by the registered dietitian and the results are scored and eva-luated by a registered dietitian. The data are subjective, but are vital in recognizing early signs of malnutrition and initiating early intervention. The form does not evaluate psychosocial status.
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