Swallowing Function, Nutrition, and Quality of Life in Older Adults During COVID-19
Author Information
Author(s): Morisaki Naoko, Numata Keizo
Primary Institution: Himeji University, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan
Hypothesis
There is a relationship between swallowing function, nutrition, and quality of life in older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Conclusion
The study found a significant association among swallowing function, nutritional status, and quality of life in older adults during the pandemic.
Supporting Evidence
- Swallowing function was assessed using the 12-item Dysphagia Risk Assessment for the Community-dwelling Elderly (DRACE) tool.
- Nutritional status was assessed using the Mini-Nutritional Assessment Short-Form (MNA-SF).
- Quality of life was assessed using the Short Form-8 (SF-8™) scale.
- The average DRACE score was 3.65 ± 3.78.
- The average MNA score was 10.25 ± 2.64.
- The average PCS score was 46.31 ± 6.36.
- The average MCS score was 47.61 ± 6.31.
Takeaway
This study looked at how well older people could swallow, eat, and feel good during the COVID-19 pandemic, and found that these things are connected.
Methodology
A questionnaire-based survey was conducted to assess swallowing function, nutrition, and quality of life among older adults.
Participant Demographics
Participants were adults aged 65 years or older, with 70.1% women and 29.9% men, and a mean age of 81.5 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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