Nutrition and Hydration

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What does MUST stand for? Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool
Name 3 signs of Malnutrition loose DEntures, Loose collars or cuffs, Belt Pulled in , finds hard to keep warm, feeling more tired, poor appetite, not going to shops
what are some potential implications of malnutrition? delay wound healing, reduced mobility, longer hospital stays higher risk of Falls, reduced BP
Name 3 signs of Dehydration confusion, nausea, headache, dizzzyness, weakness, constipation, UTIs pressure sores, risk of falls
how many drinks should you aim for a day? 6-8 drinks
What can we advise patients to do to help boost their intake? eat with others, add milk powder, use full fat milk, put meat into soups, eat little and often, buy full fat ready meals and snacks, cheese to mash potatoe. add supplements to food
Are you at risk of Malnutrition if you are overweight? yes.