The sixth edition of this American text features nutrition information in relation to health promotion and medical therapy, as well as a good glossary and online appendices. Nursing Standard, November 2009 The book provides excellent guidelines for nurses, midwives and members of the inter-disciplinary team in the pursuit of performing a thorough, holistic assessment ... Read moreof nutritional status and subsequent intervention to improve or maintain that status. The information in the book is comprehensive... wherever nutritional assessment is carried out, whether it is in primary or secondary care, this book could provide valuable support and guidance. Nurse Education in Practice, July 2009 This is one of Mosby's Pocket Guide Series so it is reasonably compact. This edition builds on previous editions and is the sixth in eleven years. This suggests that updates have been made consistently to maintain the texts currency and indeed builds on previous material and evidence....With 608 pages and retail price of ?20.99, this book offers good value for money and will enhance the understanding of those who deliver care and nutritional advice. Journal of Orthopaedic Nursing Show Less