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 in the community.
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-H-NZCourse Availability:
Available NowTopics:
Activities of Daily LivingLibrary:
Home CareCollection:
Care & ClinicalSubject Matter Expert:
Rhonda Sherriff is a registered nurse and clinical advisor working with the Aged Care Association in New Zealand. She has extensive experience in the aged care sector and provides clinical advice to members. Over the last 25 years, Rhonda has worked in a variety of operational and management roles within the sector. Rhonda is passionate about the aged-care industry, ensuring resident’s welfare, their safety, staff education and competence, and safe outcomes for all clients.
