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Registered Dietitian

Category - Nutrition Care

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The Prognostic Nutritional Index (PNI) is used to predict surgical outcomes, based on a variety of nutrition indices. A high PNI value indicates which of the following? (Choose all that apply.)

Increased risk of infection following surgery
Decreased serum albumin and triceps skinfold thickness
Minimal need for nutrition intervention
None of the above

Explanation

Answers: A and B - A high Prognostic Nutritional Index (PNI) indicates increased risk of post-surgical infection, due in part to decreased serum albumin and triceps skinfold thickness, two measures of nutritional status. A high PNI indicates a need for immediate nutrition intervention.

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