Nutritional Care of Elderly People with Chronic Disorders

For all health and social care professionals involved in the care of older people, this title identifies key nutrition issues and uses a disease framework to set out nutritional needs according to common chronic disorders.

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In developed countries such as UK and USA, about 20 per cent of the population are elderly and many are in poor health. As the proportion of older people continues to rise, their needs - particularly those who are frail - have become an urgent health priority. This book, for all health and social care professionals involved in the care of older people, identified key nutrition issues and using a disease framework sets out nutritional needs according to common chronic disorders. Each disorder is described with details of the symptoms, incidence, prevalence and effects on eating and nutrition, with recommendations for nutritional interventions and preventive strategies. Key points and sources for further information are summarised for easy reference.