Nutritional problems according to stages of dementia
| Nutritional problems | Stage of dementia |
|---|---|
| Olfactory and taste dysfunction | Preclinical and early stages |
| Attention deficit | Mild to moderate |
| Executive functions deficit: shopping, preparing food etc. | Mild to moderate |
| Impaired decision making ability: slowdown in food choice, reduced intake | Mild to moderate |
| Dyspraxia: coordination disorder, loss of eating skills | Moderate to severe |
| Agnosia: loss of ability to recognize objects | Moderate to severe |
| Behavioral problems: wandering, agitation, disturbed eating behavior | Moderate to severe |
| Dysphagia | Moderate to severe |
| Refusal to eat | Severe |