The Unopened Milk Carton -
Eating with Assistance
Order# CE630
Presented by Debra Wertheimer, MD
interactive discussions and demonstrations
20 minutes
$150 purchase; $75 rental
Encouraging and assisting older individuals to feed themselves promotes functional independence. Proper preparation of items on the tray enables residents to easily manage food independently either with a fork or fingers.
Remember, an unopened milk carton or juice container may be an insurmountable barrier for residents. Demonstrations of eating and feeding provide essential guidance for nursing assistants, home health aides, and family caregivers.
Topics: feeding the patient, independence, activities of daily living
Audience: Long-term care, hospice and home health care staff; students in allied health training programs