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Nutrition and wound healing

M P Osak

    Plastic Surgical Nursing : Official Journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses
    |January 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary

    Protein-calorie malnutrition affects up to 50% of patients in major hospitals, increasing health risks. Nurses play a vital role in assessing and addressing the nutritional needs of these patients to improve outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Clinical Nutrition
    • Medical-Surgical Nursing

    Background:

    • Protein-calorie malnutrition is prevalent in up to 50% of medical-surgical patients in urban hospitals.
    • This condition is linked to higher rates of morbidity and mortality.
    • Malnutrition negatively impacts patient recovery, particularly wound healing.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the significant prevalence of protein-calorie malnutrition in medical-surgical settings.
    • To emphasize the association between malnutrition and adverse patient outcomes.
    • To underscore the critical role of nurses in nutritional assessment and intervention.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of patient data from major metropolitan medical centers.
    • Analysis of the impact of malnutrition on patient morbidity and mortality.
    • Examination of the relationship between nutritional status and wound healing.

    Main Results:

    • Up to 50% of medical-surgical patients exhibit some level of protein-calorie malnutrition.
    • Malnutrition is a significant contributing factor to increased patient morbidity and mortality.
    • Impaired wound healing is a documented consequence of malnutrition in these patients.

    Conclusions:

    • Protein-calorie malnutrition is a widespread issue in medical-surgical units with serious health consequences.
    • Nurses are essential in identifying patients with malnutrition.
    • Proactive nutritional assessment and support by nurses are crucial for improving patient outcomes and recovery.

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