Lorraine Poulos

Check out: Red Cross app: First Aid (choking) Nutrition Australia www.nutritionaustralia.org Care worker - What should I phone my co-ordinator about? Medical conditions and problems that may contribute to swallowing impairment or weight loss Dietary requirements and preferences Dietician assessment and advice Individual assistive devices used Weight monitoring (MNA scale) Self engagement choices Co-ordinator - What should be documented on the care plan for the consumer and direct care worker? Consumer - What should I be aware of and report to the worker or co-ordinator? Are my goals clearly defined in the care plan? Do care worker prompts reflect my wishes on the care plan? Reduced interest in mealtimes Clothes feeling loose / too big Indigestion Coughing during swallowing Reduced appetite, weight loss Changes of ability to self manage Mealtime Support