Definition and basics
This term describes AFTT as a broad condition, not a specific disease but a…
Syndrome
This is the most common physical sign of AFTT
Unintentional weightloss
This social factor increases AFTT risk
Social isolation
This is the FIRST priority when caring for AFTT patients
Head to toe assesment
Patient has poor appetite and lives alone
Social isolation
AFTT most commonly affects this population
65 yrs +
This symptom often appears early and affects independence
Functional decline
Losing a spouse can contribute to this emotional risk factor
Grief
Nurses must assess more than just physical health and include what other health assessments
Mental and social health
Patient lost 10 lbs and recently lost their spouse
Grief related depression
True or False: AFTT is a normal part of aging
False
This appetite-related symptom is frequently seen
Anorexia
Taking multiple medications is known as this
Polypharmacy
This lab value helps assess nutritional status
Albumin
Patient is on 10 medications and has fatigue
Polypharmacy
This is why AFTT can be problematic as a diagnosis
It masks underlying conditions
This mental health symptom is commonly overlooked in AFTT
Depression
This living situation may increase risk if support is lacking
Living alone
This type of care approach is BEST for AFTT
Holistic or Interdisciplinary
Patient eats poorly, is withdrawn, and has no support, Low Albumin
Malnutrition
This is the MOST important takeaway about AFTT
It’s a diagnosis that often causes other problems to go misdiagnosed
This combination symptoms best describes AFTT presentation
Weight loss, decreased appetite, decline in function
This broad category of risk factors includes depression, dementia, and anxiety
Psychosocial
This is the ultimate nursing goal
Treating the underlying cause
An 82-year-old with weight loss, weakness, depression, and multiple meds, withdrawn, poor appetite
Adult Failure to thrive