How to Write Nutrition Care Plans for Long-Term Care
Nutrition care plans provide communication for nutrition care between residents and members of the interdisciplinary team (IDT). They are a crucial component of documentation...
Should Sliding Scale Insulin Be Used in Nursing Homes?
There is a high prevalence of type 2 diabetes in older adults, especially those living in long-term care. Insulin therapy is often an important treatment strategy for managing...
Appetite Stimulant Drugs: Are They Safe or Effective In Older Adults?
Poor appetite is a common problem in older adults, especially for those living in long-term care. It can contribute to unintentional weight loss and nutritional deficiencies,...
Diabetic Diet: Does It Have a Place in Nursing Homes?
A diabetic diet is a type of therapeutic diet that may be prescribed to an older adult upon admission to a long-term care facility or nursing home. While well-intentioned,...
Fortified Foods: High-Calorie, High-Protein Foods for Older Adults
Several factors increase the risk of malnutrition in older adults. Malnutrition can lead to a number of health problems, such as increased risk of falls and bone fractures, a...
International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI): A Beginner’s Guide
May 1st, 2019 marked the official launch date for the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI) in the United States. IDDSI is a global standardized way...
Body Mass Index (BMI) Ranges for Older Adults
Body mass index — or BMI — can be a useful measure of disease risk. If your BMI is too high — or too low — you have a greater risk of heart disease,...
Home Health Care: The Role of the Dietitian
The nutritional status of older adults tends to deteriorate during hospitalization, regardless of their nutrition status upon admission. Without adequate support at home...
9 Factors Affecting Nutrition in Older Adults
Aging is linked to a variety of changes in your body, including muscle loss, mild cognitive decline, and decreased sense of taste and smell. These changes can make it more...