FNH 371 Study Guide - Final Guide: Bone Fracture, Periodontitis, Dietary Reference Intake
1 May 2019
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Identify the goals of nutrition during this stage: eat for nutrient adequacy to align with the physiological changes that occur at this stage of life, focus mainly on maintenance, prevention of increased risk of disease/death/disability, promotion of longevity. Highlight important changes that occur in later adulthood; link age-related changes with their nutritional consequences and suggest strategies to address potential issues. Taste: number of taste buds decline, decrease saliva secretion = decreased amylase, dryness of mouth (xerostomia, may need to add more sugar/salt to achieve desirable taste, use artificial saliva, moist foods, easily swallowed foods. Mouth: periodontal disease, lead to resorption of bone in jaw increases after age 30, limit food choices, may required specific textures of foods, decreased salivary flow: impair digestion and absorption, swallowing problems. Esophagus: swallowing problems, pain/regurgitation, make require specific textures of foods, eat in seated upright position, emphasize adequate intake.
