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Nursing intervention to promote functional feeding

S Van Ort, L R Phillips

    Journal of Gerontological Nursing
    |October 1, 1995
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    Nursing protocols can improve feeding for elders with dementia in nursing homes. Modifying the mealtime environment increased food intake and self-feeding independence.

    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Nursing Science
    • Dementia Care

    Background:

    • Dementia often impairs functional feeding abilities in elders.
    • Nursing home residents with dementia frequently require feeding assistance.
    • The mealtime environment can significantly impact eating behaviors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate if specific nursing protocols can enhance functional feeding for elders with dementia.
    • To determine the effect of altering the feeding environment on food intake and self-feeding behaviors.
    • To assess the impact on the mealtime experience for both residents and caregivers.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of specific nursing protocols focused on the feeding environment.
    • Observation and measurement of food and drink intake.

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  • Documentation of food refusal and instances of self-feeding.
  • Assessment of resident independence and caregiver interaction during mealtimes.

    • Main Results:

    • Altering the feeding environment led to increased food and drink consumption.
    • Residents demonstrated reduced food refusal.
    • There was a notable increase in self-feeding behaviors.
    • Subjects showed greater independence by initiating self-feeding more frequently.

    Conclusions:

    • Targeted nursing protocols can successfully promote functional feeding in demented elders.
    • Environmental modifications in nursing homes can improve nutritional intake and resident autonomy.
    • Enhancing the feeding context benefits both elders with dementia and their caregivers.