Which self-assessment tool is appropriate for clients to complete prior to screening at a congregate meal site?

The DETERMINE checklist is a validated self-assessment tool specifically designed to help older adults assess their nutritional risk. It prompts individuals to evaluate several factors that can affect their nutritional health, such as changes in appetite, weight loss, and the ability to obtain food. This checklist is particularly suitable for use in congregate meal settings, where older adults may be seeking meals in a communal environment and may benefit from identifying any potential risks to their health or nutrition before participating.

In contrast, while the other options—such as the nutrition self-check or wellness questionnaire—may focus on broader dietary habits or general health, they do not specifically cater to the needs or risks associated with older populations. The health risk assessment may involve more comprehensive health evaluations that go beyond nutritional considerations, making it less suited for the immediate pre-screening context in congregate meal sites. Thus, the DETERMINE checklist stands out as the most relevant tool for this scenario, effectively identifying nutritional risks in older adults prior to meal participation.