AIMS
To be able to provide for the nutrition and hydration needs of residents.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, you will
- Understand the importance of good nutrition and hydration.
- Know the latest facts and statistics surrounding nutrition and hydration
- Recognise the signs and symptoms of malnutrition
- Be aware of the causes of malnutrition
- Know how to calculate someone's BMI
- Know why you would need someone's MUST score
- Understand the 5 MUST steps to establish the correct action plan
- Be familiar with the 5 food groups
- Understand the philosophy behind the Eatwell guide
- Be familiar with foods that should be avoided
- Recognise signs and symptoms of dehyrdation
- Be aware of strategies to maintain hydration
- Recognise common conditions that could affect nutrition
- Know your own and your employers responsibilities
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Importance of Good Nutrition and Hydration
- Importance of Good Nutrition & Hydration
- Facts & Statistics
- Nutritional Assessment and Intervention
Malnutrition
- Signs and Symptoms of Malnutrition
- Causes of Malnutrition
- Increased Nutritional requirements
Nutritional Challenges
- Conditions affecting food and fluid intake
- End of Life Care
- Obesity
- Gluten Free Diets
- Mental Health and Nutrition
- Nutrition and Dementia
- Snacks
BMI
- How do we detect undernutrition
- What is BMI?
- BMI Graph
- BMI Calculations
- BMI Limitations
Healthy Eating
- The Five Food Groups
- Starchy Carbohydrates
- Proteins
- Diary and Alternatives
- Fruit and Vegetables
- Oils and Spreads
- Sweets and Treats
MUST
- Introduction to MUST
- Step 1 - BMI
- Step 2 - Unplanned Weight Loss
- Step 3 - Acute Illness and No Nutritional Intake
- Step 4 - Add all Scores together
- Step 5 - Develop Action Plan
Hydration
- What is Dehydration?
- Symptoms of Dehydration
- The risk of Dehydration
- Why are the Elderly more at risk of Dehydration?
- Tips for keeping the Elderly Hydrated
- Social Occasions
- Hydration and Dementia
Roles and Responsibilities
- Carers Roles and Responsibilities
- Roles and Responsibilities of Care Homes
- Responsibilities of the Kitchen Team
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