The purpose of nutrition problem identification is to document specific nutrition-related problems that require nutrition intervention. Based on findings from the nutrition assessment, current problems that compromise PROP metabolic stability,  normal growth and development, overall health and/or quality of life, are identified and prioritized.

For common nutrition diagnoses associated with PROP, refer to TABLE #2, Nutrition Problem Identification for PROP based on the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition Care Process. The table is organized in the PES (problem, etiology, signs and symptoms) problem statement format developed by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to support the Nutrition Care Process.