Nutritional assessment in new admissions at St Vincent De Paul Residence

Abstract

Undernutrition leading to nutritional deficiency is a common problem which occurs in long term care facilities. This may in turn translate into an increase in morbidity and mortality and a decrease in the quality of life of the patients. The aim of this audit is to research the current protocols used as a nutritional assessment at St Vincent De Paul Residence (SVPR). After identifying such protocols and comparing them with the standards set by the Nutritional Task Force of the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG European Region) and the International Academy of Nutrition and Aging (IANA), this document sets out recommendations by which nutritional assessment of newly admitted patients at this long term care facility can be improved.