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Nursing Shortage May Lead to Senior Health Problems

Tuesday August 29, 2006
The nursing shortage is not just a U.S. phenomenon it seems. A report from Britain finds that understaffed hospitals leave nurses with too little time to feed their elderly patients. Many seniors are unable to eat and drink without assistance due to physical or mental disability. Seniors are also at higher risk of malnourishment. Malnourishment can lead to other health problems including pressure sores and may lengthen hospital stays.
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