Malnutrition in Older Adults: Patient Assessment and Consultation
Über den Vortrag
Der Vortrag „Malnutrition in Older Adults: Patient Assessment and Consultation“ von Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C ist Bestandteil des Kurses „Management of Gastrointestinal System Disorders in the Older Adult“.
Quiz zum Vortrag
What is the recommended daily protein intake for healthy older adults?
- 1.2 to 1.5 grams per kilogram
- 0.8 to 1.0 grams per kilogram
- 1.5 to 2.0 grams per kilogram
- 2.0 to 2.5 grams per kilogram
- 0.5 to 0.8 grams per kilogram
Why do older adults require higher protein intake compared to younger populations?
- Due to anabolic resistance and reduced muscle protein synthesis
- Due to increased metabolic rate and higher activity levels
- Due to improved digestive efficiency during aging process
- Due to decreased caloric requirements and lower body weight
- Due to enhanced muscle mass preservation with advanced age
What is the most critical first step when developing a malnutrition intervention plan for older adults?
- Consulting with the patient about their goals and barriers
- Immediately referring the patient to dietary services
- Prescribing oral nutritional supplements as first line
- Scheduling a three-month follow-up appointment for review
- Obtaining comprehensive laboratory values and imaging studies
When initiating nutritional support in malnourished older adults, what percentage of estimated caloric needs should be provided initially to prevent refeeding syndrome?
- 50 to 70 percent
- 30 to 40 percent
- 80 to 90 percent
- 90 to 100 percent
- 40 to 50 percent
Which professionals should be included in the interdisciplinary team for addressing malnutrition in older adults?
- Patient, dietitian, social worker, and other specialists as needed
- Only the primary physician and registered dietitian
- Only the patient and immediate family members
- Only nursing staff and dietary services personnel
- Only the primary care physician and pharmacist
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Dozent des Vortrages Malnutrition in Older Adults: Patient Assessment and Consultation
Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C
Dr. Kim Posey is the Director of Graduate Nursing and an Associate Professor of Professional Practice at Texas Christian University.
She has achieved dual doctoral status, holding both a Ph.D. and a DNP in nursing. She is dual certified as an Advanced Adult Nurse Practitioner and Gerontological Nurse Practitioner and holds a certification in nursing education. As a Gerontological Specialist certified by the Gerontology Nursing Certification Commission she is recognized as an APRN who possesses expert knowledge, experience, and skill in managing the complex health needs of older adults. In addition to this impressive educational background, she maintains active clinical practice with adult and geriatrics patients in the primary care area.
At Lecturio, Dr. Posey teaches Gerontology for the advanced practice nurse.
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