Abdominal: Malnutrition (brief) Flashcards
1
Q
what is malnutrition?
A
Starvation uncomplicated by disease
2
Q
what are risk factors of becoming malnourished?
A
- old/young age
- illness
- impairment or inability to eat
- dementia
- medications
- restricted diets
- limited income
- reduced social contact
- limited access to food
- depression
- alcoholism
3
Q
what things would you consider when considering malnutrition in a patient?
A
- BMI
- Weight loss
- Is there an acute disease?
4
Q
what are the complications of untreated malnutrition?
A
- depression, anxiety
- loss of libido
- decreased immunity
- decreased muscle strength
- fatigue
- decreased reproductive function
- growth failure in children
