Notification type INDEX_UNDERNUTRITION

Type: INDEX_UNDERNUTRITION

Description: Low BMI

More info: The client’s BMI has decreased. Pay special attention to eating and ensuring adequate nutrition.

  1. Food preferences

Offer foods the client likes. Take into account preferences for seasoning and mealtimes, and avoid foods the client dislikes.

  1. Swallowing difficulties

Does the texture of the food affect swallowing? Does the client have reflux symptoms?

  1. Dental problems

Dry mouth and other dental or oral issues can make eating difficult.

  1. Needs help with eating

Alongside physiological reasons, cognitive decline may make it difficult for the client to eat independently.

  1. Diseases

Pain, gastrointestinal symptoms and many illnesses reduce appetite, e.g. dementia, asthma, COPD, heart disease, liver failure, kidney failure and diabetes. Assess whether the client would benefit from nutritional supplements.

  1. Cognitive decline

  2. Depression

  3. Medication

Does the client use medication that can affect appetite, taste, smell or nutrient absorption?

  1. Eating environment

Does the client eat alone or with someone? Where does the client eat? Do the surroundings or company affect eating?

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