| Normal Findings | Suggests Malnutrition | |
|---|---|---|
| Demeanor | Alert and responsive with Lethargic, negative attitude. positive outlook. | Lethargic, negative attitude. |
| Weight | Reasonable for build. | Underweight, overweight. |
| Hair | Glossy, full, firmly rooted, and uniform in color. | Dull, sparse, easily and painlessly plucked. |
| Eyes | Bright, clear, and shiny. | Pale conjunctiva, redness, dryness. |
| Lips | Smooth. | Chapped, red, and swollen. |
| Tongue | Deep red and slightly rough with one longitudinal furrow. | Bright red or purple, swollen or shrunken, with several longitudinal furrows. |
| Teeth | Bright and painless. | Cavities, painful, mottled, or missing. |
| Gums | Pink and firm. | Spongy, bleeding, receding. |
| Skin | Clear, smooth, firm, and not excessively dry. | Rashes, swelling, spots, excessive dryness, poorly healing wounds. |
| Nails | Pink and firm. | Spoon shaped, ridged, spongy bases. |
| Mobility | Erect posture, good muscle tone, walks without difficulty. | Muscle wasting, skeletal deformities, loss of balance. |