Theeffect of cognitive behavioral intervention on the nutritional improvement of elderly people with different cognitive functional states
Objective To analyze the effect of cognitive behavioral intervention on the nutritional status of hospitalized elderly people.Methods A total of 400 hospitalized retired cadres in our hospital from 2013 to 2015 were selected as research objects.They were divided into a control group and an observation group by using random number table method,200 in each group.The cognitive function status of different elderly people was evaluated,and different nursing plans were implemented.The control group received routine intervention.The observation group received strengthened cognitive behavioral intervention.The mental state,daily living activities,cognitive function and quality of life were compared between the two groups.Results After intervention,the scores of Mini-Mental Examination(MMSE),Activities of Daily Living(ADL),Montreal Cognitive Assessment(MoCA)and Health Status Questionnaire(SF-6)in the observation group were higher than those in the control group(P<0.05).Conclusions Cognitive behavioral intervention is an effective method to improve the nutritional status of elderly people,enhance the patient self-awareness,and reduce the risk of disease.
Cognitive behavioral interventionCognitive functionElderly peopleNutritional status