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What are the criteria for adult failure to thrive?

Adult failure to thrive affects a significant portion of the older population, with incidence rates reportedly higher in long-term care settings than in the general community. This complex syndrome involves a multifactorial decline in health, and understanding **what are the criteria for adult failure to thrive** is crucial for early detection and effective intervention.

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How Do You Classify Failure to Thrive? A Comprehensive Guide

Affecting between 5% and 35% of community-dwelling older adults, failure to thrive (FTT) is a serious, multidimensional syndrome of decline, not a normal part of aging. This authoritative guide explains how you classify failure to thrive, distinguishing it from simple fatigue or the natural aging process.

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