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The influence of temperature variation on the levels of the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative

ABSTRACT

Purpose

To analyze the influence of temperature on the flow/texture of different foods, immediately after preparation and after one hour, and 2) To compare the influence of varying the cook in food preparation, in relation to food flow.

Methods

This is a quantitative and experimental study. The IDDSI standardized flow test was used to evaluate the remaining volume in the syringe and the levels of foods (porridge, smoothie, liquid soup, and pureed light soup) prepared by different cooks, in triplicate, at time zero (T0) and after one hour (T1).

Results

Differences in temperature were observed in all foods at T0 and T1 (p < 0.05). The IDDSI level changed only in porridge, from level 3 to 4 (p = 0.043). Modifications were observed in the preparation by different cooks for smoothie, on the 2nd and 3rd day (p = 0.049), from level 3 to 4 of IDDSI. In porridge, on the 1st and 3rd day (p = 0.048) and 2nd and 3rd day (p = 0.048), with a change from level 4 to 3 of IDDSI.

Conclusion

The temperature of all foods differed within the one-hour interval, with modifications in the flow test and in the IDDSI levels, from level 3 to 4, only for porridge. Different cooks prepared the smoothie and porridge with different characteristics, resulting in changes from level 3 to 4 in both foods.

Keywords:
Swallowing; Swallowing Disorder; Viscosity; Temperature; Hospitals

RESUMO

Objetivo

1) Analisar a influência da temperatura no fluxo/textura dos diferentes alimentos, logo após o preparo e após uma hora, e 2) Comparar a influência de variar o cozinheiro no preparo dos alimentos, em relação ao fluxo dos alimentos.

Método

Trata-se de um estudo quantitativo e experimental. Utilizou-se o teste de fluxo padronizado pelo IDDSI, para avaliar o volume restante da seringa e os níveis dos alimentos (mingau, vitamina, sopa líquida e sopa leve batida) preparados por diferentes cozinheiros, em triplicata, no tempo zero (T0) e após uma hora (T1).

Resultados

Foi observado diferenças na temperatura em todos os alimentos no T0 e T1 (p < 0,05). O nível do IDDSI mudou apenas no mingau, de nível 3 para 4 (p = 0,043). Modificações foram observadas no preparo por diferentes cozinheiros para vitamina, no 2° e 3° dia (p=0,049), do nível 3 para 4 do IDDSI. No mingau, no 1° e 3°dia (p=0,048) e 2°e 3° dia (p=0,048), com mudança de nível 4 para 3 do IDDSI.

Conclusão

A temperatura de todos os alimentos foi diferente, no intervalo de uma hora, com modificações no teste de fluxo e nos níveis do IDDSI, do nível 3 para 4, apenas para o mingau. Diferentes cozinheiros prepararam a vitamina e o mingau com características diferentes, e consequente, mudanças do nível 3 para 4 em ambos os alimentos.

Descritores:
Deglutição; Transtorno da Deglutição; Viscosidade; Temperatura; Hospitais

INTRODUCTION

Swallowing is a complex and vital process that involves correlated structures and neural mechanisms(11 Resende PD, Dobelin JB, de Oliveira IB, Luchesi KF. Disfagia orofaríngea neurogênica: análise de protocolos de videofluoroscopia brasileiros e norte-americanos. Rev CEFAC. 2015;17(5):1610-9. http://doi.org/10.1590/1982-021620151754315.
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). Alterations in the neurophysiology of swallowing lead to dysphagia, characterized by difficulty in preparing a bolus of food or transporting it to the stomach(22 Terré R. Disfagia orofaríngea en el ictus: aspectos diagnósticos y terapéuticos. Rev Neurol. 2020;70(12):444-52. http://doi.org/10.33588/rn.7012.2019447. PMid:32500523.
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). In hospital settings, dysphagia contributes to increased healthcare costs and prolonged hospital stays(33 Souza CLM, Guimarães MF, Penna LM, Pereira ALC, Nunes JDA, Azevedo EHM. Screening of the risk of dysphagia in inpatients at a university hospital. Distúrb Comun. 2020;32(2):277-84. http://doi.org/10.23925/2176-2724.2020v32i2p277-284.
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), overburdening the healthcare system(33 Souza CLM, Guimarães MF, Penna LM, Pereira ALC, Nunes JDA, Azevedo EHM. Screening of the risk of dysphagia in inpatients at a university hospital. Distúrb Comun. 2020;32(2):277-84. http://doi.org/10.23925/2176-2724.2020v32i2p277-284.
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). The prevalence of dysphagia is notably higher among hospitalized male patients with heart disease and older adults(44 Cunha DGP, Pontes ES, Wanderley RMM, Bittencourt GKGD, dos Alves GAS, do Amaral AKFJ. Dysphagia in institutionalized elderly. Journal of nursing UFPE. Online (Bergh). 2018;12(8):2181-7.), with approximately 50% of the older adult population affected(55 Maciel JRV, Oliveira CJR, Tada CMP. Association between risk of dysphagia and nutritional risk in elderly inpatients at a university hospital of Brasília, Brazil. Rev Nutr. 2008;21(4):411-21. http://doi.org/10.1590/S1415-52732008000400005.
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). The underlying causes are neurological diseases and age-related changes in the structures involved in swallowing(66 Santos BP, Andrade MJC, Silva RO, Menezes EC, Santos BP, Andrade MJC, et al. Dysphagia in the elderly in long-stay institutions - a systematic literature review. Rev CEFAC. 2018;20(1):123-30. http://doi.org/10.1590/1982-021620182013817.
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), resulting in malnutrition, dehydration, prolonged hospitalization, respiratory complications requiring intubation, drug treatment for aspiration pneumonia, and even death(55 Maciel JRV, Oliveira CJR, Tada CMP. Association between risk of dysphagia and nutritional risk in elderly inpatients at a university hospital of Brasília, Brazil. Rev Nutr. 2008;21(4):411-21. http://doi.org/10.1590/S1415-52732008000400005.
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).

In hospitals, dysphagia treatment is prioritized to ensure safe and efficient swallowing(77 Martino R, Foley N, Bhogal S, Diamant N, Speechley M, Teasell R. Dysphagia after stroke. Stroke. 2005;36(12):2756-63. http://doi.org/10.1161/01.STR.0000190056.76543.eb. PMid:16269630.
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,88 Steele CM, Alsanei WA, Ayanikalath S, Barbon CEA, Chen J, Cichero JAY, et al. The influence of food texture and liquid consistency modification on swallowing physiology and function: a systematic review. Dysphagia. 2014;30:2-26. http://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-014-9578-x.
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). One of the most common therapeutic options is altering the consistency of foods(88 Steele CM, Alsanei WA, Ayanikalath S, Barbon CEA, Chen J, Cichero JAY, et al. The influence of food texture and liquid consistency modification on swallowing physiology and function: a systematic review. Dysphagia. 2014;30:2-26. http://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-014-9578-x.
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) and liquids to facilitate swallowing and reduce the risk of aspiration(99 Aguirre FD, Durango Sánchez C, Gómez Yepes A, Rodríguez Sánchez NJ. Propuesta para obtener consistencias líquidas para la evaluación de la disfagia. Areté. 2021;21(1):35-41. http://doi.org/10.33881/1657-2513.art.21103.
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,1010 Barbon CEA, Steele CM. Thickened liquids for dysphagia management: a current review of the measurement of liquid flow. Curr Phys Med Rehabil Rep. 2018;6:220-6. http://doi.org/10.1007/s40141-018-0197-6.
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). The clinical intervention of food texture modifications(88 Steele CM, Alsanei WA, Ayanikalath S, Barbon CEA, Chen J, Cichero JAY, et al. The influence of food texture and liquid consistency modification on swallowing physiology and function: a systematic review. Dysphagia. 2014;30:2-26. http://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-014-9578-x.
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) has necessitated the establishment of an international standard for classifying food consistency(1111 Cichero JAY, Atherton M, Bellis-Smith N, Suter M. Texture-modified foods and thickened fluids as used for individuals with dysphagia: australian standardised labels and definitions. Nutr Diet. 2007;64(s2):S53-76. http://doi.org/10.1111/j.1747-0080.2007.00153.x.
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). In 2013, the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI)(1212 IDDSI: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. [Internet]. United Kingdom: IDDSI; 2019 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://iddsi.org/
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) developed a terminology to classify the texture of food and the thickness of beverages using a diagram (IDDSI diagram) that provides professionals with appropriate indications of food or beverages for individuals with dysphagia. This also promotes efficient communication between speech and language therapists and the multidisciplinary team(88 Steele CM, Alsanei WA, Ayanikalath S, Barbon CEA, Chen J, Cichero JAY, et al. The influence of food texture and liquid consistency modification on swallowing physiology and function: a systematic review. Dysphagia. 2014;30:2-26. http://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-014-9578-x.
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). IDDSI tests consist of simple, and easily accessible tests that should be carried out under conditions in which food and drinks are served (especially temperature)(99 Aguirre FD, Durango Sánchez C, Gómez Yepes A, Rodríguez Sánchez NJ. Propuesta para obtener consistencias líquidas para la evaluación de la disfagia. Areté. 2021;21(1):35-41. http://doi.org/10.33881/1657-2513.art.21103.
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). A study described that viscosity and temperature affect food consistency(1313 Garcia JM, Chambers E, Matta Z, Clark M. Serving temperature viscosity measurements of nectar- and honey-thick liquids. Dysphagia. 2007;23:65-75. http://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-007-9098-z.
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). The addition of cornstarch-based thickeners to coffee at 70 ºC results in a thicker sample than that at room temperature (25 ºC), as the cornstarch granules increase the liquid’s viscosity during gelation(1313 Garcia JM, Chambers E, Matta Z, Clark M. Serving temperature viscosity measurements of nectar- and honey-thick liquids. Dysphagia. 2007;23:65-75. http://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-007-9098-z.
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). Therefore, these variables can alter fluid consistency, which may affect swallowing safety in patients with dysphagia(1414 Vergara J, Teixeira HS, de Souza CM, Ataide JA, de Souza Ferraz F, Mazzola PG, et al. Flow test by the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative reveals distinct viscosity parameters of three thickening agents. J Food Sci Technol. 2022;59:3627-33. http://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-022-05369-5.
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).

Thus, the hypothesis of this study was that the temperature of food may change from the time of final preparation until it is served to the patient. Our second hypothesis was that different cooks prepare meals differently, affecting the flow of thickened liquids. Therefore, the objectives were: 1) to analyze the influence of temperature on the flow/texture of different foods immediately after preparation and after one hour and 2) to compare the influence of different cooking methods on the flow of food.

METHOD

Study structure

This study was conducted using a quantitative methodology and an experimental approach. It is worth mentioning that experimental research is characterized by the direct manipulation of variables associated with the object of study and aims to test hypotheses(1515 Gelman JJ. Pesquisa experimental: um instrumento para decisões mercadológicas. R Adm Emp [Internet]. 1971 [cited 2023 Nov 16];11(2):24-31. Available from: https://www.scielo.br/j/rae/a/s8Z453DzVhKs6jmS7hgMngM/?format=pdf
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). By manipulating the quantity and quality of the variables, a relationship between cause and effect is established, requiring control of the variables and evaluation of the results of these relationships(1616 Silva PG. Desenho de pesquisa [Internet]. Brasília: ENAP; 2018 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://repositorio.enap.gov.br/bitstream/1/3330/4/Livro_desenho_de_pesquisa%20%282%29.pdf
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). Therefore, our dependent variables were temperature and the involvement of different cooks in meal preparation.

Place and period of data collection

Data were collected in August 2022 at the Clinical Hospital of the State University of Campinas (Unicamp). As this was an experimental study without human intervention, it was not necessary to consult an ethics committee.

Study material

The materials used for data collection included a digital thermometer to measure the temperature of the food, a cell phone camera mounted on a tripod to record all procedures by filming, BD® brand 10 mL syringes (standard for flow tests) and plastic utensils such as spoons and forks.

Research instruments

Flow test

A flow test instrument (Figure 1) was used for data collection. Thickened liquids were filled into a 10 mL BD syringe to the 10 mL mark. The tip of the syringe was then covered with a finger to prevent liquid flow. When the finger was released, 10 s were counted; after the count was completed, the tip was capped (Figure 1). Thus, the amount of liquid remaining in the syringe was determined (1212 IDDSI: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. [Internet]. United Kingdom: IDDSI; 2019 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://iddsi.org/
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).

Figure 1
IDDSI flow test

The remaining liquids were classified according to levels 0 to 4 of the IDDSI: level 0, low viscosity; less than 1 ml of liquid remaining in the syringe at the end of the 10 second flow; level 1, slightly viscous, between 1 and 4 ml remaining in the syringe; level 2, slightly viscous, between 4 and 8 ml remaining in the syringe; and level 3, moderately viscous, when more than 8 ml remains in the syringe(1212 IDDSI: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. [Internet]. United Kingdom: IDDSI; 2019 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://iddsi.org/
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).

Level 4: Extremely viscous. If the flow test was not applicable (10 ml remaining), the spoon tilt test or fork drop and pressure tests were performed(1212 IDDSI: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. [Internet]. United Kingdom: IDDSI; 2019 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://iddsi.org/
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).

In this study, spoon tipping, fork dripping, and fork pressure tests were performed according to the method validated by the IDDSI(1212 IDDSI: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. [Internet]. United Kingdom: IDDSI; 2019 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://iddsi.org/
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). In the first test, the spoon was tilted with food dropped onto the surface without leaving any residue on the utensil(1212 IDDSI: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. [Internet]. United Kingdom: IDDSI; 2019 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://iddsi.org/
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). In the second test, food was placed on a fork and dripping was observed(1212 IDDSI: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. [Internet]. United Kingdom: IDDSI; 2019 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://iddsi.org/
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). In the last test, pressure was applied to the food using a fork. For classification, it was necessary to observe discrete traces of cutlery(1212 IDDSI: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. [Internet]. United Kingdom: IDDSI; 2019 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://iddsi.org/
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).

Data collection

Data collection for the study was carried out in two stages: the first stage involved testing temperature, and the second stage involved the variation of cooks in food preparation. As this was an experimental study designed to ensure the reliability, precision, and reproducibility of the results, with the aim of minimizing experimental error, data collection in stages 1 and 2 (Figures 2, 3) was performed in triplicate. Each variable that could affect the change in food texture was tested three times.

Figure 2
Demonstration of the collection of all foods, in triplicate, at Time 0 (T0) and Time 1 (T1)
Figure 3
Demonstration of the food collection in triplicate, with variation of the cooks

As the study had an experimental design, one sample of each food tested with the least variation in the dependent variables (temperature and cooking process) was selected.

Level 1 - Temperature

During the first stage of the IDDSI flow test, the food temperature was recorded. First, the temperature was measured using a digital thermometer after the preparation of each meal (porridge, pureed light soup, liquid soup, and smoothie) (Chart 1), referred to as time zero (T0), and one hour later, referred to as time one (T1). The one-hour interval was chosen to reproduce the estimated time required for the meal to reach the hospital patient's bedside.

Chart 1
Food characterization

The temperatures of the foods (porridge, pureed light soup, liquid soup and smoothie) were measured at T0 and T1 (Figure 2), for three samples of each food, i.e. triplicate samples were considered to determine the smallest temperature variation for analysis.

Level 2 – Analysis of the different cooks during food preparation

Over a period of three alternate days, foods (porridge, pureed light soup, liquid soup, and smoothies) were collected in triplicate. Alternate days were chosen to include different cooks in the study, as the staff rotated in preparing meals. Therefore, in the second phase of the study, the cooks who prepared meals were considered the dependent variables. (Figure 3)

Notably, various chefs used standardized recipes with identical quantities of ingredients to prepare meals, as determined by the hospital's nutrition team. All the industrially produced ingredients were purchased from the same brand. Although cooks were routinely trained, the characteristics of the food and beverages in the hospital did not comply with the IDDSI nomenclature.

Forms of recording

To ensure the accuracy and reproducibility of the results, recordings were made for all samples using a recording protocol developed by the researcher. For each sample, the IDDSI values and volume remaining in the syringe after the flow test were recorded, allowing the classification of food consistency. Additionally, the log recorded the temperature of the samples at two different times: after meal preparation and one hour later (Material suplementar 1).

Statistical analysis

The Shapiro–Wilk normality test was used to compare the temperature and remaining liquid in the syringe at T0 and T1 for all samples. For data with a normal distribution, the Paired Student's t-test was applied, and for data that did not show a normal distribution, the Wilcoxon test was used. The assumed significance level was set at p < 0.05.

The Shapiro-Wilk normality test and Kruskal-Wallis test with Dunn's post hoc test were used for the statistical analysis of the interference of different cooks. The significance level was set at p < 0.05.

RESULTS

As shown in Table 1, the measured temperature changed significantly after a one-hour interval for all food samples (porridge, pureed light soup, liquid soup, and smoothie).

Table 1
Comparison of the temperature (t) at Time 0 (T0) and Time 1 (T1) of all samples[[Q6: Q6]]

However, when analyzing the remaining liquid in the syringe, it was found that in addition to the change in temperature, the one-hour interval also led to a change in the remaining volume in the porridge sample (P = 0.043), indicating a change in the IDDSI value from 3 to 4. Therefore, the temperature variation resulting from the time between preparation and consumption by the patient led to a change in the consistency of the porridge (IDDSI from 3 to 4). This change could pose a risk to the safety and efficiency of swallowing in hospitalized patients. For pureed light soup, liquid soup, and smoothies, no statistically significant differences were found in the changes in IDDSI values (Table 2).

Table 2
Comparison of Liquid Remaining (LR) data from samples in Time 0 (T0) and Time 1 (T1)

Table 3 shows differences in the remaining liquid in the syringe and consequently in the IDDSI value when analyzing samples prepared by different cooks. The changes occurred in the porridge (p = 0.021) and the smoothie (p = 0.045), indicating that the different cooks altered the textures of the porridge and the smoothie. Dunn's post hoc test revealed that for the porridge sample, the texture change occurred between cook 1 and cook 2 (p = 0.048) and between cook 2 and cook 3 (p = 0.048), changing from level 4 to 3. Thus, different kitchen teams influenced the preparation of the porridge. In the smoothie sample, there was a change between cook 2 and cook 3 (p = 0.049), with the smoothie changing from level 3 to 4.

Table 3
Analysis of food prepared by different chefs

Figure 4 shows triplicate measurements of the IDDSI values for thickened liquids: porridge, pureed light soup, liquid soup, smoothie, and preparation on three different days. The consistency of the meals varied depending on the IDDSI values of the different cooks.

Figure 4
IDDSI levels, in triplicates, prepared by three cooks

DISCUSSION

Our first hypothesis was confirmed, as temperature affected the flowability of the foods studied, with the IDDSI value for porridge changing from 3 at time zero (T0) to a value of 4 after one hour (T1). This phenomenon can be attributed to the 60 min that had passed since the end of preparation. Even a period of 30 min affected the temperature and consistency of the food, thus increasing the risk of complications during ingestion in patients with dysphagia(1717 Sella‐Weiss O. What could go wrong? Non‐standardized versus standardized food texture classification. Int J Lang Commun Disord. 2022;57(6):1244-54. http://doi.org/10.1111/1460-6984.12749. PMid:36398686.
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).

It is important to emphasize that in the hospital in the present study, food was stored and transported using non-thermal equipment. Proper storage can help control the temperature of food consumed by hospitalized patients. Therefore, it is crucial for the speech-language pathologist, who plays a role in hospital management or collaborates with administration, to seek resources and strategies to demonstrate the importance of maintaining food temperature, ensuring the safety and efficiency of swallowing in patients with dysphagia(1717 Sella‐Weiss O. What could go wrong? Non‐standardized versus standardized food texture classification. Int J Lang Commun Disord. 2022;57(6):1244-54. http://doi.org/10.1111/1460-6984.12749. PMid:36398686.
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). Even if the prepared food reaches an appropriate temperature at the end of the cooking process, temperature variations between the maintenance and final distribution phases may represent critical periods for the proliferation of microorganisms(1818 Velasco M, Peris-García P. Tecnología de alimentos y evolución en los alimentos de textura modificada del triturado o el deshidratado a los productos actuales. Nutr Hosp. 2014;29(3):465-9. https://www.doi.org/10.3305/nh.2011.26.3.4679. PMid:24558986.
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). Although this aspect was not analyzed in our study, it should be taken into account since hospitalized patients generally have low immunity, and any contamination can compromise recovery(1919 Batista SA, Siqueira JSS, Silva A Jr, Ferreira MF, Agostini M, Torres SR. Alterações orais em pacientes internados em unidades de terapia intensiva. Rev Bras Odontol. 2014;71(2):156-9.).

Although a temperature change occurred in all foods tested, analysis of the remaining liquid in the syringe showed that only the porridge sample changed the IDDSI value from 3 to 4, whereas no change in the value was observed in the other foods. Changes in food consistency affect swallowing management, particularly in hospitalized patients with swallowing difficulties who require speech therapy(2020 Robbins J, Gensler G, Hind J, Logemann JA. Comparison of 2 interventions for liquid aspiration on pneumonia incidence. Annals of Internal Medicine. 2008;148(7):509. http://doi.org/10.7326/0003-4819-148-7-200804010-00007.
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).

Several studies have used standardization methods(2121 Cruz LDF, Lunardi TCP, Okubo PCM, Moriguti EKU, Santos VMCB, Tanaka NYY, et al. Adequação e padronização de dietas utilizadas por pacientes com disfagia orofaríngea do HCFMRP- USP. Revista Qualidade. 2012;3:14-22.) such as the IDDSI to classify foods and beverages in patients with dysphagia(2222 Dhillon B, Sodhi NS, Singh D, Kaur A. Analyses of functional diets formulated for dysphagia patients under international dysphagia diet standardization initiative (IDDSI) level 3 to level 7. J Food Meas Charact. 2022;16(5):16-3546. http://doi.org/10.1007/s11694-022-01454-7.
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,2323 Sodhi NS, Dhillon B, Kaur R, Goria G, Sharma S, Jaiswal S. Physico‐chemical, sensory, antioxidant and electromyographic analyses of functional liquid diets (IDDSI levels 0–2) formulated for dysphagia patients. Int J Food Sci Technol. 2022;58(6):3321-28. http://doi.org/10.1111/ijfs.16238.
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). However, few studies have controlled for the variables that may influence food management. There is also insufficient research on the effects of different food consistencies on food processing during the oral preparation phase of swallowing(2424 Clavé P, Kraa M, Arreola V, Girvent M, Farré R, Palomera E, et al. The effect of bolus viscosity on swallowing function in neurogenic dysphagia. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2006;24(9):1385-94. http://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2036.2006.03118.x. PMid:17059520.
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).

Our second hypothesis was partially confirmed, as the change in kitchen staff affected the consistency of the food (porridge) and drink (smoothie), resulting in a change from stage 4 to 3 and from stage 3 to 4, respectively. Therefore, the method of food preparation by different cooks may significantly affect the texture of prepared foods and consequently affect the stages proposed by the IDDSI(1717 Sella‐Weiss O. What could go wrong? Non‐standardized versus standardized food texture classification. Int J Lang Commun Disord. 2022;57(6):1244-54. http://doi.org/10.1111/1460-6984.12749. PMid:36398686.
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).

We conducted research using both experimental and benchmark methods. However, it is worth noting that the recommendations for grading consistency should be performed using the flow test before offering food to the patient(99 Aguirre FD, Durango Sánchez C, Gómez Yepes A, Rodríguez Sánchez NJ. Propuesta para obtener consistencias líquidas para la evaluación de la disfagia. Areté. 2021;21(1):35-41. http://doi.org/10.33881/1657-2513.art.21103.
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). In clinical practice, speech-language pathologists face challenges such as the need to manipulate food and beverages offered to patients. Therefore, the control of external variables, such as temperature and the continuous training of professionals responsible for food preparation, together with collaboration with the hospital's nutrition department, favors the preparation of food with better consistency.

It should be emphasized that kitchen teams in hospitals may also face some difficulties when preparing meals, such as achieving the right consistency of food for hospitalized patients, because the lack of appropriate equipment and ingredients may hinder the achievement of the right consistency(1717 Sella‐Weiss O. What could go wrong? Non‐standardized versus standardized food texture classification. Int J Lang Commun Disord. 2022;57(6):1244-54. http://doi.org/10.1111/1460-6984.12749. PMid:36398686.
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).

The speech therapist is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and intervention of dysphagia symptoms, as well as for educating the multidisciplinary team on the changes in swallowing physiology(2525 Guedes LU, Vicente LCC, Paula CM, Oliveira E, Andrade EA, Barcelos WCO. Knowledge of nursing professionals that assist patients with swallowing disorders at a University Hospital in Belo Horizonte. Rev Soc Bras Fonoaudiol. 2009;14(3):372-80. http://doi.org/10.1590/S1516-80342009000300014.
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), with the aim of ensuring appropriate food management so that consistencies remain safe for patients. This in turn reduces the risk of complications associated with aspiration pneumonia, leading to longer hospital stays and higher medical costs(2626 Rodrigues CS, Lira TM, Azevedo AP, Müller DL, Siqueira VC, Silva RKS. Multidisciplinary assessment for diet adequacy in patients with signs of dysphagia in a reference hospital in infectology in Amazonas. Braz J Health Rev. 2020;3(6):20088-104.).

Therefore, it is important that healthcare professionals are aware of the consequences of dysphagia(2727 Machado AS, Moreira CHS, Vimercati DCS, Pereira TC, Endringer DC. Consistencies and terminologies – the use of IDDSI. Nutr Hosp. 2018;6(36):1273-7. http://doi.org/10.20960/nh.02690. PMid:31691570.
http://doi.org/10.20960/nh.02690...
) and that kitchen teams are properly trained in food preparation to minimize errors in the hospital and ensure patient safety(2828 Brasil. Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária – ANVISA. Resolução RDC nº 216, de 15 de setembro de 2004 dispõe sobre Regulamento Técnico de Boas Práticas para Serviços de Alimentação [Internet]. 2004 [cited 2023 Nov 16]. Available from: https://bvsms.saude.gov.br/bvs/saudelegis/anvisa/2004/res0216_15_09_2004.html
https://bvsms.saude.gov.br/bvs/saudelegi...
). The implementation of these practices can lead to significant improvements in dysphagia management and patient quality of life(2727 Machado AS, Moreira CHS, Vimercati DCS, Pereira TC, Endringer DC. Consistencies and terminologies – the use of IDDSI. Nutr Hosp. 2018;6(36):1273-7. http://doi.org/10.20960/nh.02690. PMid:31691570.
http://doi.org/10.20960/nh.02690...
).

LIMITATIONS OF THE STUDY

One limitation of the present study is that the flow test was not performed with thermally stored food, as this did not reflect the reality in the hospital under investigation. Additionally, industrially thickened foods were not evaluated.

CONCLUSION

The temperature of all diets varied within one hour, leading to changes in the flow test and IDDSI values, specifically from level 3 to level 4 for the porridge. Different chefs prepared smoothies and porridges with varying characteristics, resulting in changes from level 3 to level 4 for both samples.

Supplementary Material

Supplementary material accompanies this paper.

Material suplementar 1 Protocolo de registro da coleta de dados.

This material is available as part of the online article from https://doi.org/10.1590/2317-1782/20242023315en

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

I express my deep gratitude to the co-authors of the article. Thanks to talent, dedication and teamwork we were able to make this possible.

  • Study conducted at Universidade Estadual de Campinas – UNICAMP - Campinas (SP), Brasil.
  • Financial support:

    CNPq - PIBIC (01/2022).

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Publication Dates

  • Publication in this collection
    13 Sept 2024
  • Date of issue
    2024

History

  • Received
    21 Dec 2023
  • Accepted
    09 Apr 2024
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