title: Nutrition in home care.
abstract: The well-nourished patient can better tolerate treatment, experiences fewer postoperative complications, and recovers more quickly from illness or injury. Although Americans realize the importance of good nutrition, malnutrition has been reported in 52-85% of long-term care patients. The Nutrition Screening Initiative has been launched to raise the consciousness level of both professionals and the public regarding nutrition and the value of nutritional screening.
authors: S C
authors: SC
authors: Finn
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D016330:Frail Elderly; D015577:Geriatric Assessment; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans; D015596:Nutrition Assessment; D009748:Nutrition Disorders; D014481:United States