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| What are the primary interventions for sarcopenia? |
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Definition
| Resistance training is the primary intervention. Protein adequacy may also play a role. |
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| How does age affect requirements for energy, protein, and fluids? |
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| Older adults have slightly decreased energy and fluid needs and slightly increased protein needs |
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| What is the Frazier Free Water Protocol? |
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Definition
- Frazier Free Water Protocol is used in patients at risk of aspiration who are not expected to meet fluid requirements through thickened liquid intake
- Water intake is unrestricted prior to a meal and 30 minutes after completing meal (oral care is provided prior to initiation of free water intake)
- Aggressive oral care is provided to patients after meals (brushing and hydrogen peroxide rinse). Assistance is provided to those who are unable to clean their own teeth and mouths.
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| Are hydration and PN appropriate in terminal illness? |
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Definition
| Hydration and PN are appropriate in terminal illness if they are consistent with the goals of palliative treatment |
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| Comfort feeding allows patients who wish to forego EN/PN but don't want doing so to create the impression of not feeding |
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| Is PN indicated in older adults? |
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Definition
| It can be considered as an option |
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| What is hypodermoclysis? What is it used for? |
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| Hypodermoclysis is subcutaneous administration of fluids to patients that can be used for mild or moderate dehydration |
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| Is EN or PN recommended for end-stage disease or terminal illness? |
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Definition
| No, unless consistent with palliative care |
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