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AJN, American Journal of Nursing:
March 2005 - Volume 105 - Issue 3 - pp 40-50
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Nutrition in Older Adults: Intervention and assessment can help curb the growing threat of malnutrition

DiMaria-Ghalili, Rose Ann PhD, RN, CNSN; Amella, Elaine PhD, APRN, BC

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Abstract

OVERVIEW: Both physiologic and psychosocial changes affect the nutritional status of adults over the age of 65. Malnutrition is, in fact, a greater threat to this population than obesity. This article reviews the intake requirements of older adults and discusses the risk factors that can lead to malnutrition, including diet, limited income, isolation, chronic illness, and physiologic changes. Assessment and nursing interventions are also addressed.

© 2005 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.

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