Nutritional & Hydration Support

This course provides carers with essential knowledge on nutritional and hydration support, emphasising balanced diets, hydration needs, and personalised care to promote health and wellbeing for individuals in their care.

Course Content

This course is comprised of 29 lessons and 8 quizzes. You can view the course structure by clicking the section headings.

  • Learning Objectives
  • The Role of Nutrition in Overall Health
  • The Importance of Hydration
  • Common Myths About Food and Hydration in Care
  • Understanding The Eatwell Guide
  • The 5 Food Groups
  • Proportioning Meals For a Balanced Diet
  • Practical Meal Planning Tips Using The Eatwell Model
  • Quiz
  • Essential Nutrients and Their Functions
  • Nutritional Requirements For Specific Conditions
  • Managing Dietary Restrictions and Preferences
  • Quiz
  • Signs and Symptoms of Malnutrition
  • Risk Factors for Dehydration
  • Quiz
  • Allergies, Intolerances, and Food Sensitivities
  • Common Food Allergens & Allergic Reactions
  • Managing Allergies Safely
  • Quiz
  • Encouraging Independence in Eating and Drinking
  • Adaptive Equipment for Eating and Drinking
  • Managing Swallowing Difficulties
  • Quiz
  • Meal Preparation Tips for Carers
  • Ensuring Balanced and Appealing Meals
  • Safe Food Handling and Storage
  • Special Considerations for Tube Feeding
  • Quiz
  • How Much Fluid is Needed Daily?
  • Encouraging Fluid Intake
  • Quiz
  • Client Rights and Consent
  • Documenting and Reporting Concerns
  • Quiz

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  • 60 Minutes
  • Access on Any Device
  • CPD Accredited
  • 18 Lessons

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