Which term refers to insufficient caloric intake?

• A. Malnutrition
• B. Undernutrition
• C. Wound Care Management
• D. Braden Scale

Answer: (B)

Insufficient caloric intake is described as undernutrition. In older adults, not getting enough calories can lead to weight loss, fatigue, weakness, impaired immunity, slower wound healing, and overall frailty. Malnutrition is a broader term that includes any nutrition imbalance, such as micronutrient deficiencies or protein-energy problems; undernutrition is specifically about insufficient energy (calorie) intake. The Braden Scale is used to assess pressure ulcer risk, and wound care management refers to treating wounds—neither term directly describes caloric intake. So the best fit for insufficient caloric intake is undernutrition.