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- By focusing on the individual, nursing homes can identify non-pharmacological interventions and lifestyle adjustments that may reduce the reliance on medications. These plans should consider factors such as diet, exercise, social engagement, and emotional well-being.
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Aug 11, 2023 · The intention of this regulation is to make sure that people who use services have adequate nutrition and hydration to sustain life and good health and reduce the risks of malnutrition and dehydration while they receive care and treatment.
Mar 9, 2021 · Polypharmacy, medication errors and adverse drug events are frequent among nursing home residents. Errors can occur at any step of the medication use process. We aimed to review interventions aiming at optimization of any step of medication use in nursing homes.
- Anne Spinewine, Perrine Evrard, Carmel Hughes
- 10.1007/s41999-021-00477-5
- 2021
- Eur Geriatr Med. 2021; 12(3): 551-567.
Care homes have a responsibility to implement a food and drink strategy that addresses the nutritional needs of their residents. Care homes should provide nutritious food and hydration which is adequate to sustain life and good health (Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014). Care
The purpose of this article is to describe the Individual Nutrition Rx (INRx) assessment process and report findings on elder nutritional status, common nutrition problems identified by the INRx process, resolution outcomes from each problem, and the most efficacious approaches used to address the identified nutrition problems.
- Neva L. Crogan, Ceanne Alvine, Alice Pasvogel
- 2007
Reducing medication consumption in nursing homes requires a holistic approach that prioritizes the individual needs and preferences of residents. By implementing comprehensive medication reviews, fostering multidisciplinary care teams, and emphasizing non-pharmacological interventions, nursing homes can enhance the quality of care while ...
Jan 2, 2022 · It is increasingly acknowledged that interconnected relationships among residents, family members, and staff influence care activities and can offer opportunities for improving resident nutrition.
Nutritional screening on admission to the care home identifies malnutrition and provides the opportunity for early intervention. The screening process and assessment identifies factors that may prevent residents from eating and drinking appropriately to meet their nutritional needs.
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