Which of the following are associated with malnutrition in older adults? (Select all that apply.)

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Malnutrition is associated with a wide range of complications and maladies, many of which stem from food selection, inability to eat, or poor digestion and absorption of nutrients. Note that advising older adults to eat slowly and chew food well is wise; this facilitates digestion, absorption, and the enjoyment of eating. Use of an appropriate salivary substitute, one that is noncariogenic, is invaluable for many patients who have lost salivary function to disease, medications, or age. Dental hygienists should evaluate salivary substitutes, as many healthcare providers recommend lemon glycerin swabs to moisten oral tissues in patients with xerostomia. These products contain lemon, an acid, as well as glycerol, which is drying to oral tissues because it is an alcohol.

Which of the Following Are Associated with Malnutrition in Older