Interdisciplinary Approaches to Preventing and Managing Frailty in Older Adults: The Roles of Nutrition, Oral Health, Physical Function, and Social Support in a Tertiary Hospital Setting

Authors: Talal M. Hijazi, Mohammed H. Khubrani, Mohammed A. Alanazi, Amal B. Alsaad, Sara S. Alhamdan, Najwa J. Alshammari, Saud D. Almalki, Razan A. Almudhhi, Mudi N. Alshammary

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13986622

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8nz8p

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: This study explored the interdisciplinary management of frailty in older adults within a tertiary hospital setting, involving laboratory specialists, physiotherapists, clinical nutritionists, dentists, and social workers. Using qualitative interviews with healthcare professionals and a focus group with frail older adults, the study identified the key roles each profession plays in preventing and managing frailty. Key findings highlighted the importance of nutritional interventions, oral health care, physical rehabilitation, and addressing social determinants such as isolation and financial barriers. Interdisciplinary collaboration was found to be essential in improving patient outcomes, with coordinated care leading to enhanced physical function, better nutrition, improved oral health, and increased social support. However, challenges related to resource limitations and communication barriers were also noted.

Keywords: Frailty, Interdisciplinary Care, Older Adults, Nutrition, Oral Health, Physical Rehabilitation, Social Determinants Of Health, Tertiary Hospital

Paper Id: 231419

Published On: 2023-01-18

Published In: Volume 11, Issue 1, January-February 2023

Cite This: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Preventing and Managing Frailty in Older Adults: The Roles of Nutrition, Oral Health, Physical Function, and Social Support in a Tertiary Hospital Setting - Talal M. Hijazi, Mohammed H. Khubrani, Mohammed A. Alanazi, Amal B. Alsaad, Sara S. Alhamdan, Najwa J. Alshammari, Saud D. Almalki, Razan A. Almudhhi, Mudi N. Alshammary - IJIRMPS Volume 11, Issue 1, January-February 2023. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13986622

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