Course Code: REL-PAC-0-TBNFS
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Recall recommended nutritional guidelines for older adults.
Select the components of a healthy diet.
Recognize how to safely prepare and store food.
Outline:
Section 1: The Basics of Nutrition
What the Body Needs
Nutrients
Food Labels
Food Groups
MyPlate Tool
Food Choices
Dietary Needs
Considerations
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Age-Related Changes and Nutrition
Body Changes
Mouth Changes
Sensory Changes
Digestive Changes
Support
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Nutrition and Chronic Disease
Chronic Diseases
Diabetes
Hypertension
High Cholesterol
Arthritis
Stroke
Cancer
Osteoporosis
Dementia
Congestive Heart Failure
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Medication Effects on Nutritional Status
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Food Safety
Food Poisoning
Good Hand Hygiene
The Steps of Food Safety
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
References
Subject Matter Expert: Sherry D. Haszto, MSN, RN
Sherry is a nursing professional with over 22 years of experience. She has earned an Associate Degree in Nursing from Randolph Community College, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. Her background includes work in oncology and hematology, home healthcare, hospice and palliative care, healthcare education, nursing consultation, performance improvement, and quality assurance. Sherry is committed to supporting patient care and healthcare education, focusing on enhancing patient outcomes and maintaining quality standards in all aspects of her work.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Care Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.