Daily oral care

The interactions between nursing home (NH) staff and their residents are crucial not only for the atmosphere at the NH but also for achieving care goals. In order to test the potential effects of daily physical activities (sit-to-stand (STS) exercises) combined with oral nutritional supplementation (ONS), a randomized intervention trial (the Older Person’s Exercise and Nutrition (OPEN) Study) was performed in NH residents.

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Older people’s oral health has improved, and many retain their natural teeth throughout their life. However, their daily oral care can be more difficult because of compromised general health and the reduced capacity for self-care that often comes with old age.

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he spread of good oral care will help reduce aspiration pneumonia, endocarditis, and other systemic diseases in the elderly, as well as reduce and prevent diseases of the oral cavity such as periodontal disease and candidiasis. Oral functions will be restored and maintained by improving eating and swallowing functions, and it is our hope that the resulting restoration of health and social activity will lead to improved QOL for elderly people. Daily care of the teeth and mouth is important for a healthy life. ...

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