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M R Schiller1, M Miller, C Moore
1Medical Dietetics Division, Ohio State University, Columbus 43210-1234, USA.
Journal of the American Dietetic Association
|September 18, 1998
Summary
Patient nutrition counseling shows positive results, with most patients understanding and modifying their diets. Reinforcing counseling during hospitalization and post-discharge care can further improve patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Clinical Nutrition
- Health Outcomes Research
- Patient Education
Background:
- Patient nutrition counseling is a key component of healthcare.
- Assessing the effectiveness of nutrition counseling is crucial for optimizing patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the outcomes of patient nutrition counseling.
- To compare outcomes between inpatient and outpatient nutrition counseling.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive study involving 400 adult patients who received nutrition counseling.
- Telephone interviews conducted 2-8 weeks post-counseling.
- Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, Mann-Whitney U, and logistic regressions.
Main Results:
- Most patients understood their diet modifications (83%) and had a good grasp of their dietary needs (79%).
- A majority (62%) made dietary changes, with 88% finding advice suitable and 83% knowing what to eat.
- Positive outcomes included improved emotional well-being (57%), feeling in control (64%), and perceived health improvements (43%).
Conclusions:
- Patient nutrition counseling yields positive outcomes, enhancing understanding and adherence to dietary changes.
- Integrating key counseling points in inpatient settings and utilizing multi-session protocols across the care continuum can maximize benefits.
- Collaboration among healthcare professionals and agencies is vital to secure resources for effective nutrition counseling.
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