Higher BMI, functional dependence and healthcare utilization in nursing facilities-a review

Geriatric Nursing 2026 Open access

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Authors: Maryam Hasan, Matthew McNabney, Michele Bellantoni, Laura M. Prichett, Esther Oh, Fatima Sheikh
DOI: 10.1016/j.gerinurse.2026.103824
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Abstract

• Obesity is linked to poor functional status, and greater utilization of health care resources. • Obesity creates challenges in nursing homes which already had strained resources. • Residents with obesity in nursing homes have more dependence of activities of daily living and require more staff and time to care for them. • Higher BMI and obesity are linked with greater healthcare utilization among nursing home residents.

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Publication details

Journal / source
Geriatric Nursing
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
69
Pages
103824–103824
Publication date
27 January 2026
Language
EN