If a person has restricted movement or mobility, would it make sense to put their drink out of reach?
Of course it doesn’t makes sense, but it does happen!This is an extract from a CQC inspection report…“We noticed that some patients could not reach their drink; this meant that some patients had to wait for long periods for a drink.”
Each individual will have different needs, preferences and abilities.
It is best practice to read their support plan to be able to meet these needs. If an individual has difficulty raising their left arm, but their right arm is fully able, it would make sense to place their drink nearer their right arm. Drinks should be available at all times and refreshed on a regular basis.
Imagine the frustration of being thirsty and able to see your drink but not be able to reach it.
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Class Sessions
1- 1. Describe the importance of food safety, including hygiene, food preparation and handling
2- 2. Explain the importance of good nutrition and hydration in maintaining health and wellbeing
3- 3. List signs and symptoms of poor nutrition and hydration
4- 4. Explain how to promote adequate nutrition and hydration
5- 5. Check that drinks are within reach of those that have restrictions on their movements
6- 6. Check that drinks are refreshed on a regular basis
7- 7. Check that individuals are offered drinks in accordance with their plan of care
8- 8. Support and encourage individuals to drink in accordance with their plan of care
9- 9. Support individuals to access fluids – Know how to report any concerns to the relevant person
10- 10. Check that any nutritional products are within reach of those that have restrictions
11- 11. Check food temperature, care plans and the individual is able to eat it
12- 12. Check appropriate utensils are available to support independence
13- 13. Support and encourage individuals to eat in accordance with their plan of care
14- 14. Support individuals to access food – Know how to report any concerns to the relevant person