Course Description
Recognise the importance of good hydration and nutrition for older people and identify approaches to encourage healthy eating and drinking.
RETIRING – MAY 2024
Learning Outcomes
* 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.