Nutrition and Hydration Training

Overview

Join us for our 3-hour blended learning course, led by registered nurses with extensive clinical experience, which provides learners with both theoretical and practical knowledge of Nutrition and Hydration. The course covers all aspects of Nutrition and the Malnutrition

Universal Screening Tool (MUST), including practical application in a classroom or virtual environment. By the end of the course, participants will have gained the necessary skills and knowledge to provide effective care and support for individuals by preventing and managing malnutrition and dehydration, which are critical aspects of maintaining overall health and wellbeing.

Why Is It Important?

Assessing an individual’s nutritional needs is a fundamental aspect of healthcare. Providing appropriate nutrition, including nutritional supplements and parenteral nutrition, is critical in maintaining an individual’s health and wellbeing. 

The Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) is a five-step screening tool designed to identify adults who are at risk of malnutrition, undernutrition, or obesity. The tool provides a systematic approach for screening and managing nutritional risk. Moreover, it is important to consider individuals’ preferences, religious and cultural backgrounds when providing food and drink. 

By having a thorough understanding of tools like the MUST, healthcare professionals can ensure that they provide optimal care to their patients and help prevent malnutrition and dehydration, which are significant risk factors for poor health outcomes.

Session Outline

• Introduction to the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) and its scoring system

• Understanding the importance of monitoring fluid balance in the care of residents

• Knowledge of the symptoms of dehydration and the potential consequences of inadequate fluid intake

• Knowledge of the symptoms of malnutrition and the potential consequences of inadequate nutrition

• Overview of end-of-life nutrition and hydration, including considerations for providing appropriate care in this contex

Aimed At

Our course is designed to support healthcare workers of all levels and backgrounds in enhancing their knowledge and skills related to nutrition and hydration.

Whether you are a seasoned healthcare professional looking to expand your understanding or a new healthcare worker seeking to develop your skills and knowledge, our course provides valuable insights and practical training. 

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide effective care related to nutrition and hydration and make a positive impact on the lives of the individuals they work with.

Facilitated By

Our course is facilitated by highly experienced registered nurses with extensive clinical experience. Our instructors have first-hand knowledge of the challenges and opportunities involved in providing effective care related to nutrition and hydration, and are dedicated to sharing their expertise with healthcare professionals across all settings.

By learning from these experienced professionals, participants will gain valuable insights and practical skills that can be applied in their own work.