Activities of Daily Living: Hydration and Nutrition
Course Description:
Recognise the importance of good hydration and nutrition for older people and identify approaches to encourage health eating and drinking.
Learning Outcomes:
After completing this course, participants should be able to:
- Explain what is adequate nutrition and hydration for the older person & why it is so important
- Discuss why the older person may become malnourished and dehydrated
- Explain how to assess for adequate nutrition and hydration
- Describe practical tips for care workers to support an older person with their hydration & nutrition
Who is this course appropriate for:
This course is appropriate for Direct Care Workers, Coordinators, Case Managers.
Continuing Professional Development Hours:
CPD: This course is worth 0.75 Continuing Professional Development hours.
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