Free US shipping over $50
Finger food to improve dementia patients' independence
June 27, 2017
A new finger food menu for patients living with dementia is being piloted at Stoke Mandeville Hospital in an attempt to encourage greater independence.
Nutrition, catering and nursing staff worked together to create a finger food menu which is being piloted on an elderly care ward.
Finger foods have become very helpful in encouraging people with dementia to enjoy food and drink again. As dementia progresses people often find cutlery difficult to manage, they also can find it difficult to manage a full meal.– NUTRITION SPECIALIST NURSE LIZ EVAN
The menu features foods that will hold their shape when picked up, require limited chewing and are served at room temperature - such as mini quiches, cocktail sausages, small slices of cake and fruit.
Progressive under-nutrition is particularly common among people with dementia. Studies indicate that 20-45% of those with dementia in the community experience clinically significant weight loss over one year.
Both highly visible tableware and finger food has been shown to lead to an increase in food and drink consumption. Over the next few weeks hospital dietitians will be assessing any changes in patients' nutritional intake.
Reposted from ITV
special offer
Save 50% on 1 year of Plus Subscription with today's purchase.
MyID profiles are free for life with the ability to add Plus features which include:
Additional Categories
Paint a clearer picture with additional categories such as physicians, labs, insurance, medical imaging and more.
Document Storage
Attach important documents to your profile for quick access anytime, anywhere.
Medication Reminders
Receive pill reminders to make sure you stay on top of your health.
Text Alerts When Scanned
Get a text whenever your medical ID is scanned. You can also choose to keep the emergency contacts in the loop.
$12 for 1 year of Plus
Regularly $24 ($1.99/mo.)
Leave a comment
Comments will be approved before showing up.