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    Gerontology

    Pathway Contributor: Stephanie Krug

    Credentials:
    RD

    Degree(s):
    Master of Adult Education

    Practice Focus:
    Education resources

    Contributions:

    • What are the indications for vitamin and mineral supplementation for older adults?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • Which nutrition screening tools are effective for identifying malnutrition or the risk of malnutrition in older adults living in residential care facilities?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • Which nutrition screening tools are effective for identifying malnutrition or the risk of malnutrition in older adults independently living in the community?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • Do dietary fibre supplements help reduce the use of constipation medications in older adults?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • What strategies help mildly/moderately dehydrated older adults drink more fluids?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • What are the most effective tools for diagnosing low-intake dehydration in older adults?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • What nutritional interventions address changes to appetite, taste and smell in adults aged ≥65 years?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • What are the indications for and nutrition-related complications of enteral nutrition in older adults without dementia who have malnutrition or are at risk of malnutrition?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • Which nutrition screening tools are effective for identifying malnutrition or the risk of malnutrition in older adults in hospital?  

      Role: Reviewer


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