Search for dissertations about: "geriatric patients"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 81 swedish dissertations containing the words geriatric patients.
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1. On the clinical use of digitalis : with reference to its prescription, maintenance therapy, intoxication and the patient's knowledge
Abstract : Digitalis in one of the most frequently prescribed drugs, especially to elderly people. The prescription of cardiac glucosides (1978) was studied by using statistics from Apoteksbolaget (the National Corporation of Swedish Pharmacies). READ MORE
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2. Aspects of nutrition in geriatric patients - Especially dietary assessment, intake and requirements
Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to develop and test the feasibility of a dietary record routine, where nursing staff assess the patient’s food and fluid intake based on standardised portion sizes and household measurements. The energy intake (EI) was studied with a dietary record in 61 geriatric patients. READ MORE
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3. Assessments of oral health status in frail patients in hospital
Abstract : The general aims of this thesis were to evaluate the usefulness of an oral assess¬ment guide and to determine the oral health status among frail patients in hospital settings. A further aim was to analyze possible factors that may be associated with oral health status, with special focus on the relationship between oral health and nutritional status among elderly rehabilitation patients. READ MORE
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4. Assessments of oral health status in frail patients in hospital
Abstract : The general aims of this thesis were to evaluate the usefulness of an oral assess¬ment guide and to determine the oral health status among frail patients in hospital settings. A further aim was to analyze possible factors that may be associated with oral health status, with special focus on the relationship between oral health and nutritional status among elderly rehabilitation patients. READ MORE
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5. Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy in geriatric patients with dysphagia
Abstract : Background: Orofaryngeal dysphagia (OD) is common in geriatric patients and a risk factor for malnutrition and prolonged in-hospital stay. Nutritional assessment is essential in these patients and documentation should be performed. READ MORE