Nutrition and Hydration

Nutrition and Hydration

CPD Approved

Course Description:

For teams responsible for nutrition and hydration in care settings, understanding terminology, nutritional requirements, and potential consequences of mismanagement is crucial. This course begins by defining key terms related to nutrition and hydration in care environments. It covers the fundamental elements of nutrition, the importance of a balanced diet as illustrated by the Eatwell Plate, strategies to prevent dehydration among vulnerable individuals, and methods to identify and manage malnutrition.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

• Understand essential terminology used in nutrition and hydration.
• Comprehend the components of a healthy balanced diet, as outlined by the Eatwell Plate.
• Recognize the risks and consequences of dehydration.
• Utilize tools such as the ‘Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool’ to identify and address malnutrition.
• Be equipped to manage through-life nutrition challenges effectively.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for individuals involved in caring for others’ nutrition and hydration needs within health and social care environments.

Advantages:

• CPD approval ensures the course meets professional development standards.
• Online training offers flexibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, allowing learners to progress at their own pace.

Course Modules:

1. The Course Structure (Pass % Required: 70)
2. Defining the Terms (Pass % Required: 70)
3. The Eatwell Plate (Pass % Required: 70)
4. Hydration (Pass % Required: 70)
5. Through-life Nutrition (Pass % Required: 70)
6. Malnutrition and Overnutrition (Pass % Required: 70)
7. The ‘Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool’ (Pass % Required: 70)

Recommended System Requirements:

• Browser: Up-to-date web browser
• Video: Up-to-date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 65 minutes (Note: Based on video content duration, excluding loading or thinking time for questions).