It is always best practice to read a person’s care plan first.
The care plan will tell you:
A person might get quite frustrated that every time they have a cup of tea, they have to explain to the worker that ‘they like it strong, with milk and two sugars’.
You need to record in the care plan what an individual has had to drink, how much and the times. This is essential if their fluid intake is being monitored but also it stops workers assuming that the person is not thirsty or has already had a drink. This helps to prevent dehydration and maintain physical wellbeing.
If the weather is hot or a person has been exercising, their fluid intake should be increased.
You need more water when your body temperature rises.
Drinking water helps replenish the fluids lost by excessive sweating. Jumping in cold water is not good enough!
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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