Differences in Respiratory Muscle Strength Measures in Well-Nourished and Malnourished Hospitalized Patients

Objective indicators of nutritional status are essential for accurate identification of malnutrition. Previous research has indicated an association between measures of respiratory muscle strength (RMS) and nutritional status. Measurement of RMS —including maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP), maximal expiratory pressure (MEP), and sniff nasal inspiratory pressure (SNIP)—may provide evidence to support the assessment of nutritional status in hospitalized patients.
Source: Journal of the American Dietetic Association - Category: Nutrition Authors: Tags: Research Source Type: research