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Nutrition, Hydration and Weight Loss
Course Description
Older people are at risk of weight loss due to a variety of factors. It is vital that staff understand how to monitor and manage weight changes by maintaining good nutrition and hydration.
COMING SOON – MAY 2024
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
* Explain what adequate nutrition and hydration for the older
person is and why it is important
* Discuss the factors that may lead to changes in weight and
hydration
* Explain how to assess for adequate nutrition and hydration
* Describe practical tips for staff to support an older person with
their nutrition and hydration
Course Code:
AOC17220-B-R-UKCourse Availability:
Due to be released TBCTopics:
Library:
Residential CareCollection:
Care & Clinical