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Title: Oral hydration in older adults: greater awareness is needed in preventing, recognizing, and treating dehydration. Author: Mentes J. Journal: Am J Nurs; 2006 Jun; 106(6):40-9; quiz 50. PubMed ID: 16728843. Abstract: Maintaining adequate fluid balance is an essential component of health at every stage of life. Age-related changes make older adults more vulnerable to shifts in water balance that can result in overhydration or, more frequently, dehydration. This article reviews age-related changes, risk factors, assessment measures, and nursing interventions for dehydration.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]