Doc Talk: When to tube feed dementia patients

Deliberations on tube feeding often occur in the context of uncertain outcomes. PHOTO: PEXELS
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SINGAPORE - Stepping into the ward after a weekend break, I caught sight of an emaciated elderly woman at the corner bed. A nurse was attempting to feed her, but the woman's lips were shut tight.

In one instance, she nudged the spoon away, spilling the contents.

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