The effects of menu modification to increase dietary intake maintain the weight of Alzheimer residents
Kay S. Soltesz
Bok Engelsk
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| Opplysninger | ABSTRACT: Adaptive feeding techniques have been suggested as a method to promote feeding independence in AD residents. The use of foods which patients can pick up with their fingers triggers resident's attention producing increased involvement with the meal and increased resident consumption.. - The menu at an all-Alzheimer's care facility was modified to include more finger foods. Before the menu changes, the average number of finger foods used at each meal was: breakfast 2.57, lunch 2.19, and dinner 2.00. Menu changes increased finger foods to the following levels: breakfast 2.71, lunch 2.38, and dinner 3.80. The weight profiles and consumption patterns of 54 AD residents were determined through a chart review of two six month periods, before and after the menu change. During this period of time, the weight of the residents receiving finger foods did not significantly increase, but the usual weight loss seen in AD did not occur. Food consumption patterns significantly increased (p=.05) for both male and female residents. rresults indicate the inclusion of finger foods is an appropriate feeding method for AD residents.
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