Overview of Nutrition & Food Preparation

Objectives: Define words that relate to nutrition. Explain why older adults are at risk for poor nutrition. Use food prep, modified diets, and adaptive equipment to meet your client’s nutritional needs.

Description: This class discusses what appropriate nutrition looks like for an older adult and how to prepare meals that meet clients' nutritional needs. It explores food prep, modified diets, and adaptive equipment to help meet those needs. It also reviews why older adults are at risk for poor nutrition and how to assist with nutritional needs.