CPD-accredited course

Nutrition & Hydration

Support people to eat and drink well, from the Eatwell Guide and nutrients to spotting malnutrition and dehydration, allergies, swallowing difficulties, safe food handling, consent and record keeping.

About 70 minutes
10 modules, 29 lessons
Any device

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What you'll learn

Explain how food and drink affect health, recovery and wellbeing
Plan balanced meals for different health needs, cultures and beliefs
Spot the signs of malnutrition and dehydration early
Manage the 14 allergens and respond to an allergic reaction
Support people to eat and drink with dignity, including swallowing difficulties
Store, cook and reheat food at safe temperatures
Respect choices, follow capacity law, and record and report concerns

Who this course is for

Anyone who supports people to eat and drink well, in a care setting or at home.

Carers and support workers in care homes and homecare
Kitchen and catering staff in care services
Staff supporting older people or people with swallowing difficulties

Course outline

10 modules and 29 lessons, taken in order.

Module 1Introduction4 lessons

Learning Objectives
The Role of Nutrition in Overall Health
The Importance of Hydration
Common Myths About Food and Hydration in Care
Module quiz

Module 2The Eatwell Guide4 lessons

Understanding The Eatwell Guide
The 5 Food Groups
Proportioning Meals For a Balanced Diet
Practical Meal Planning Tips Using The Eatwell Model
Module quiz

Module 3Understanding Nutritional Needs3 lessons

Essential Nutrients and Their Functions
Nutritional Requirements For Specific Conditions
Managing Dietary Restrictions and Preferences
Module quiz

Module 4Recognising Malnutrition and Dehydration2 lessons

Signs and Symptoms of Malnutrition
Signs and Risk Factors for Dehydration
Module quiz

Module 5Food Allergies, Intolerances and Coeliac Disease3 lessons

Allergies, Intolerances and Coeliac Disease
Common Food Allergens & Allergic Reactions
Managing Allergies Safely
Module quiz

Module 6Supporting Eating and Drinking4 lessons

Encouraging Independence in Eating and Drinking
Helping Someone to Eat and Drink
Adaptive Equipment for Eating and Drinking
Managing Swallowing Difficulties
Module quiz

Module 7Meal Planning and Food Safety4 lessons

Meal Preparation Tips for Carers
Ensuring Balanced and Appealing Meals
Safe Food Handling and Storage
Special Considerations for Tube Feeding
Module quiz

Module 8Hydration Support2 lessons

How Much Fluid Is Needed Daily?
Encouraging Fluid Intake
Module quiz

Module 9Rights, Consent and Records2 lessons

Rights and Consent
Documenting and Reporting Concerns
Module quiz

Module 10Summary1 lesson

Key Learning Points

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