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- Title
Nutritional status and associated factors among elderly hospitalized in Mashhad.
- Authors
Ahmadzadeh, Mina; Ahmadzadeh, Alireza
- Abstract
Introduction: The aging population in developing countries, such as Iran, has become a challenge. Nutrition is one of the most important needs of the elderly. Malnutrition if not detected in a timely manner can lead to deprivation of appropriate nutrition, illness, and a decreased quality of life. In this study, we examined the nutritional status of the elderly hospitalized in Mashhad and its related factors. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 200 elderly (100 men and 100 women) hospitalized in two hospitals in Mashhad. Nutrition status was examined in relation to demographic, anthropometric, and individual-health factors. An information questionnaire and a MNA questionnaire, whose validity and reliability were confirmed, were used to collect data. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 24. Results: One-quarter of the elderly were at risk of malnutrition, and 6% were malnourished. There was a significant correlation between nutritional status and variables such as age (P = 0.005), body mass index (P <0.001), mobility status (P = 0.001), daily drug use items (P = 0.022), acute illness / psychological stress over the past 3 months (P <0.001), and neuropsychiatric problems (P <0.001). Conclusion: In light of the importance of nutrition status and its impact on the health and quality of life of the elderly, it is recommended that the continuous assessment and evaluation of the nutrition status of the elderly be put on the agenda.
- Subjects
MASHHAD (Iran); MALNUTRITION; AGING; NUTRITIONAL assessment; DATA analysis
- Publication
Journal of Nutrition, Fasting & Health, 2022, Vol 10, p188
- ISSN
2821-2746
- Publication type
Article