Pathway Contributor: Adrienne Young
Credentials
PHD, APD
Bio
Dr Adrienne Young is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian who holds the position of Research Co-ordinator of Nutrition and Dietetics, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. Her areas of interest in practice and research lie in improving systems to better prevent and manage malnutrition in hospital patients, particularly older adults.
Contributions
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What strategies can improve intake or nutritional outcomes of adults in hospital (e.g. food service system modifications, protected mealtimes, mealtime assistance, multidisciplinary approaches)?
Role: Author
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What nutrition assessment process can be used to diagnose malnutrition in adults admitted to hospital?
Role: Reviewer
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What screening process can be used to identify adults at risk of malnutrition admitted to hospital?
Role: Reviewer