Factors contributing to protein-calorie malnutrition in older adults.
Protein-calorie malnutrition, a common problem of older adults, is frequently overlooked by nurses. The physiologic changes of aging, as well as changes in living conditions and income, all contribute to the problem. Recognition of this problem by nursing staff can reduce many of the health problems which are exacerbated by or result from malnutrition in this patient population.
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D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D015577:Geriatric Assessment; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D015596:Nutrition Assessment; D009752:Nutritional Status; D011502:Protein-Energy Malnutrition / Q000145:classification / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control