Course Code: REL-CAN-PAC-0-PROSEC
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Explain strategies to promote a positive dining experience.
Identify the different types of diets that may be ordered for residents.
Recall the guidelines for safe eating.
Outline:
Types of Diets
What Does Diet Mean?
Evaluation
Individualized Diets
Textures
High Risk Foods
Thickened Liquids
Meet Julie
Review
Resident and Family Support
Review
Key Takeaways
The Dining Experience
The Dining Process
Review
Maintain Independence
Assistive Devices
Plates
Utensils
Cups
Review
Key Takeaways
Guidelines for Safe Eating
Keep a Watchful Eye
Allow for Time
Inspect the Tray
Task Segmentation
Other Strategies
Review
Key Takeaways
Responsive Behaviours
Interventions
Environment
Meet Mr. King
Review
Key Takeaways
Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN
Elizabeth Vaccaro earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Kean University. She has worked as a Multiple Sclerosis Nurse Educator. Elizabeth has worked in a variety of healthcare settings from the hospital to the pharmaceutical industry which has allowed her to have a great appreciation for all the challenges that span the healthcare field. She has practiced in the hospice setting for nine years in a variety of roles from Case Manager, Educator, and Director of both inpatient and home care hospice.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: General Staff; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.