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jazziefee

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Discuss the dangers of being underweight.

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Rosa, age 84, is unable to care for herself at home. She had a stroke 6 months ago and is in the nursing home. She requires total care by the nursing staff.
 
  Why is Rosa at high risk for pressure ulcers?


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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
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While staying lean may be advantageous, being truly underweight could have its risks. Underweight status may be the result of a medical condition and/or compromised nutrition intake. Underweight is seen in anorexia, depression, those with cancer and a variety of other conditions. It is also possible for individuals to be naturally thin due to heredity, but still have inadequate nutrition. It can be the result of tissue wasting, poor absorption of nutrients, infection, excessive activity, or hyperthyroidism. Those who are underweight may have weaker immune systems. They may have lower muscle mass, compromised bone status and substandard nutrition stores.

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Change in mobility status, incontinence, and poor appetite that will result in a compromised nutritional status


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