Early targeted nutrition – the what & why? Integrating high protein nutrition in older adults – bringing evidence into practice
Understanding Malnutrition in Older Adults
This video features Professor Rainer Wirth, who explains why early, tailored, and high-protein nutritional interventions are essential for managing malnutrition in older adults. He outlines how acute illness often triggers rapid weight and muscle loss, why early detection matters, and how individualized approaches improve patient outcomes. The session also highlights the interaction between malnutrition, sarcopenia, and prognosis, providing a clear framework for clinical decision making.
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You will gain practical insights into:
- Identifying early signs of malnutrition and understanding its metabolic patterns
- Applying the DOOMAP model to determine patient-specific causes
- Setting targeted nutritional goals including high-protein strategies
- Recognizing the impact of sustained interventions on mortality and readmissions
- Understanding evidence from trials such as EFFORT and the role of ONS in improving outcomes
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Explore the full presentation to deepen your understanding of tailored nutritional care in older adults. Watch the video to learn how early, targeted, and sustained approaches can support patient recovery. More information and related educational resources are available on the DNC platform.
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