Eating Matters program for older rehab patients
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial studies whether an “Eating Matters” support program improves nutrition in older adults during a short hospital rehabilitation stay. It may help patients who are struggling to eat by providing the right level of eating assistance.
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Who can take part
- You are age 65 or older and admitted to the Medicine or Rehabilitation unit at Joseph Brant Hospital
- Your hospital stay is expected to be about 10–14 days
- Your team has concerns about your nutrition and has you classified as needing eating help (Subjective Global Assessment B or C)
- You can consent yourself, or your Power of Attorney can consent for you
- You are not currently on “nothing by mouth” (NPO)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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