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[Should caregivers be concerned with the nutritional state of elderly patients?]

[Should caregivers be concerned with the nutritional state of elderly patients?]

Authors :
Tristan, Cudennec
Julien, Lagrandeur
Sophie, Moulias
Wassila, Moussous
Brice, Colombier
Laurent, Teillet
Source :
Soins. Gerontologie. (89)
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

A geriatric syndrome in its own right, malnutrition must be systematically looked for whenever an elderly patient is being treated. A marker of vulnerability, once identified it requires repeated assessment and adapted treatment. Undernutrition is often the consequence of various aetiologies justifying a full assessment and an assertive, multi-professional treatment.

Details

Language :
French
ISSN :
12686034
Issue :
89
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Soins. Gerontologie
Accession number :
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