![]() Eyes (spots, changes in vision such as night blindness) and orbital region (observe for fat loss).Hair (appearance, texture, easily pluckable).After conducting a general survey of a resident’s appearance and evaluation of their eating habits and weight history, a hands-on assessment is completed focusing on areas that include: Utilizing NFPE can provide the information for making these identifications.Īppropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) should be utilized for safety when conducting a NFPE. Malnutrition is defined as the presence of two or more of the following characteristics: insufficient energy intake, weight loss, loss of muscle mass, loss of subcutaneous fat, localized or generalized fluid accumulation, and decreased functional status. This allows for a plan of care to be formulated to improve nutritional outcomes. While a resident’s lab values may be within normal limits, or their weight or meal intakes have not changed, a physical exam may determine if they in fact have nutrient deficiencies, decreased fat store or muscle wasting and provide additional pertinent information. ![]() This exam adds additional support to the comprehensive nutritional assessment and allows for appropriate interventions to support a resident’s nutritional status. Nutrition focused physical exams (NFPE) are a head to toe assessment of a resident’s physical appearance and function to help determine signs of nutrient deficiencies and to identify malnutrition. ![]()
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