Unit 4222-222 Support individuals to eat and drink (HSC 2014) Outcome 1 Be able to support individuals to make choices about food and drink 1. Establish with an individual the food and drink they wish to consume I always check the individuals plan of care and any risk assessments regarding their dietary needs, prior to establishing the food and drink they wish to consume. The individual may have specific dietary needs (eg Diabetic – no sugar) or foods that should be avoided (eg allergies – foods containing peanuts) Their choices could also be influenced by their cultural or religious beliefs. For example they may be vegetarian and abstain from eating meat or Muslim and not
Describe ways to resolve any difficulties or dilemma’s about the choice of food and drink. By giving the individual 2 or more choices and letting them decide what they like, giving more details about the food will help them choose. By explaining to an individual about the importance of s healthy diet and encourage and support them to choose healthy options and alternatives. By explaining to the individual about the consequences of a poor diet
In this case I would seek guidance for their care plan and GP as to what is acceptable for them to be having. 3. As a Support Assistant it is my job to advise & promote to all service users about a healthy balanced diet and its importance. Also to give them enjoyable foods they can eat and met their dietary needs. For example: a service user may have problems to swallow, dribble whilst eating and get embarrassed in front of peers.
As well as maintaining a good relationship with the individual. 2. Encourage the individual to select suitable options for food and drink Suitable food and drink should be encouraged according to the individual’s dietary needs. For example, an individual with type 2 diabetes needs to consume enough starchy and carbohydrate rich food to keep his blood glucose levels high enough to avoid suffering hypoglycemia (When the bloody glucose level drops below 4 mmol/L). In this case, food such as Potatoes, rice and sugary foods/drinks such as jelly and lucozade will be encouraged.
Unit 222: Support individuals to eat or drink Unit 222: Support individuals to eat or drink Learner name: Enrolment No: Relates to outcomes List 2 difficulties or dilemmas that you might encounter surrounding the choice of food and drink and explain what action you would take to resolve them Residents with religious preferences It is import to ensure that you have talked with the residents/family members and friends so you have a good clear understanding of the residents needs and what is important to them and their loved ones. This information then needs to be recorded and all workers involved with providing the care have read and understood the needs of the resident. (head chief will need to sign the form agreeing to the information) We need to show and demonstrate that we have the residents wishes in the for-front when planning meals and meal time structure. From the preparation of the food to serving the food, as different religions have different rituals surround meats, the preparation of meats, to residents needing to wash and cleanse their hands before consuming the meal. As carers we need to understand and respect that every resident has their own individual needs and requirements and we need to show support and understanding for these wishes.
Treating them as an individual makes easier to be aware of their preferences. Many individuals with dementia can make their own choices in what they like to eat and drink. Individuals with severe dementia may not be able to make their own choices therefore we can inform them, and if they are unable to communicate or tell us anything sometimes we can show them the options. By asking the individuals family we can also see what they like and observing them can tell us what they like better than other things. 3.1 Demonstrate how the knowledge of life history of an individual with dementia has been used to provide a diet that meets his/her
Learning Outcome 1 : Be able to support individuals to make choices about food and drink Assessment Criteria 1.1. Establish with an individual the food and drink they wish to consume Service users should always have the freedom to make choices about food and drink, thus the carer has to support them to make these choices, also taking into consideration dietary issues (possible allergies, diabetes, food intolerance) and prohibited foods due to medication (e.g. cranberry when on Warfarin). This information, as well as the medication is included in the care plan. Then, by direct communication with the service user, using his/her chosen form of communication, the carer establishes what he/she wishes to have.
In order to curb this issue, we must watch our waistline, we are to be careful as to what we eat, eat foods that are organic, cut back on sweets and exercise regularly. The article in Child Health clearly points out to the reader, “Reducing HFCS will certainly reduce
Question 1 What assistance could your client need to enable them to eat and drink, and explain how certain conditions can affect what and how they eat? Residents should be given appropriate help and support to enable them to enjoy eating and drinking, at a time and place accordance with agreed care plans. In such cases, take your time to make your clients comfortable and encourage them to eat as much as they desire. You should consult the residents regarding his/her preferences as to food and drink and time and place of meals. Check the care plan for any specific dietary instructions.
I have epilepsy so I'm very careful at what types of food I'm eating and what I buy and bring into the house. I would think that my health would be important enough to be in both my public and private self, which it is, but I'm more focused on it when I'm alone and by