This Finnish study of over 2,500 residents from 47 AL communities and 7 nursing homes examined the relationship between vision and nutrition. Overall, 18% of participants had vision impairment; impairment was associated with malnutrition, as were chewing problems and Clinical Dementia Rating.
Vision Impairment is a Risk Factor for Malnutrition in Older Long-Term Care Residents
This Finnish study of over 2,500 residents from 47 AL communities and 7 nursing homes examined the relationship between vision and nutrition. Overall, 18% of participants had vision impairment; impairment was associated with malnutrition, as were chewing problems and Clinical Dementia Rating.
