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Dysphagia And Nutrition In The Elderly, Amanda Panting
Dysphagia And Nutrition In The Elderly, Amanda Panting
Undergraduate Honors Capstone Projects
Dysphagia and nutrition in the elderly go hand in hand. As age increases, bodily functions decrease. The loss of function causes an increased susceptibility to swallowing disorders and possible malnutrition. Dysphagia in the elderly increases mortality and morbidity rates (3). This paper discusses causes, symptoms and consequences of dysphagia. Swallow studies and various feeding techniques are examined. Alzheimer's disease, dementia and stroke are diseases that are commonly seen among patients with dysphagia (3, 10). Alternative nutrition via enteral feeding has been shown to increase survival rate (14, 15, 16). The ethics of prolonging death or prolonging life through nutrition support …
The Shepherd’S Center Of Richmond: Opportunities For Meaning And Personal Growth Through Service, Linda Frank
The Shepherd’S Center Of Richmond: Opportunities For Meaning And Personal Growth Through Service, Linda Frank
Case Studies from Age in Action
Educational Objectives
1. To inform Virginians about The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond, a non-profit service organization by, with, and for older adults.
2. To demonstrate the impact of volunteer service as a means to finding a sense of meaning and purpose in later life.