Supporting Nutrition and Hydration Series_Mental Health Safe manual handling protects both

Safe manual handling protects both the person being supported to move and the staff providing support

Older people are at higher risk of angina and heart attacks

Identify practical strategies to deliver culturally and linguistically appropriate care and support

All staff working in the care home sector

Supporting Nutrition and Hydration Series_Mental Health Safe manual handling protects bothCourse 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: After completing this course, participants should 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