DS Fluids, Nutrition and Hydration
Online Course
Introduction
- Introduction to relevant legislation
- Importance of Good Nutrition and Hydration
Nutritional Intake
• How to assist an individual with their nutritional intake
Consequences of Poor Nutrition and Hydration
- Insight into the adverse effects on patient outcomes, including increased morbidity and extended hospital stays
Impact on Healthcare Service
- Analysis of how inadequate nutrition and hydration can strain healthcare resources and affect overall service quality
Signs and Symptoms of Malnutrition and Dehydration
- Identification of clinical indicators for early detection and intervention
Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST)
- 5 Step Tool to identify individuals who are malnourished
- MUST key features
- Where and when to use MUST
Daily Intake Requirements
- Guidelines on the recommended daily intake of fluids and nutrients for different populations
Principles of Food Safety and Hygiene
- Best practices to ensure safe preparation and handling of food to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses
Care Worker Responsibilities
- The role of healthcare providers in monitoring, assessing, and supporting patients’ nutritional and hydration needs
Legal and Ethical Aspects
- Compliance with regulations and ethical considerations in providing adequate nutrition and hydration
