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Swallowing disorders and associated factors in older adults living in nursing homes.

Jessica Soares XavierAmanda Cibelly Brito GoisKenio Costa de LimaLuiz Medeiros Araújo Lima FilhoJuliana Fernandes GodoyHipólito Virgilio Magalhães JuniorLeandro de Araújo Pernambuco
Published in: European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (2022)
The frequency of swallowing disorders in older adults living in nursing homes is high and is associated with age and oral intake. The management care team should be aware of the early detection of these conditions to prevent complications of oropharyngeal dysphagia.
Keyphrases
  • palliative care
  • physical activity
  • quality improvement
  • healthcare
  • risk factors
  • weight gain
  • body mass index
  • chronic pain