Malnutrition in institutionalized older people with swallowing impairment: The weancare modified texture foods program
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Milko Zanini, PhD, MSN, MASoc, RN; Annamaria Bagnasco, PhD, MSN, RN; Gianluca Catania, PhD, MSN, RN; Giuseppe Aleo, PhD, MA; Loredana Sasso, MSN, MEdSc, RN, FAAN, FFNMRCSI -- Department of Health Sciences (DISSAL), University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy; Stefania Ripamonti, MSBiol, Independent professional, Brugherio, Italy
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The preliminary results of the WeanCare program, a personalized texture-modified food program for older people with swallowing impairment have shown a positive impact on the nutritional, biochemical, and functional profile in a cohort of institutionalized older people.
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Malnutrition; Modified Texture; Swallowing Impairment |
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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