Feeding dependent eaters among geriatric patients.
Eating is considered a pleasant and enjoyable part of everyday routine for most people. But for many elderly people with disabilities, it can become an almost impossible task. As a result, they become a "dependent eater." There are many factors that have a profound effect on the entire course of the feeding process. The caregiver must consider these factors in order to provide the quality care to the elderly patients. However, with a good understanding and practice of effective techniques; feeding the elderly can ba a rewarding experience for both patient and caregiver.
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D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D000368:Aged; D000402:Airway Obstruction / Q000517:prevention & control; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D006233:Persons with Disabilities; D005247:Feeding Behavior; D006801:Humans; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000379:methods*