In the UK, around 3 million people are estimated to be either malnourished or at risk of malnutrition, with most living in the community rather than in hospitals or care homes.
- 1.3 million people aged over 65 are estimated to be affected by malnutrition, and about 93% live in the community.
- Approximately 1 in 10 adults aged 65+ are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition.
Recent BAPEN survey data found that 48% of adults screened across UK health and care settings were at risk of malnutrition.
Prevalence varies by setting:
- 47% of hospital patients screened were at risk.
- 42% of care-home residents screened were at risk.
- 49% of people receiving care at home were at risk.
The course encompasses an in-depth overview around undernutrition, focusing on the aetiology and factors impacting on weight loss and malnutrition. The course provides a detailed insight into identification and screening of malnutrition along with appropriate management in primary care.
Target Audience:
This course is aimed at non-dietitians, Medics and Pharmacists, and any healthcare professional with an interest in Nutrition and wishing to expand their knowledge and understanding in the area of undernutrition.
Aim:
To gain understanding, knowledge, and practical skills to support adults who are at risk of undernutrition
Learning Outcomes:
- To understand malnutrition specifically on undernutrition
- To identify malnutrition in practice
- To gain practical skills to support the dietary management of malnutrition/undernutrition
- To understand the key principles around the appropriate prescribing of adult oral nutritional supplements, knowing when to initiate, review and discontinue usage
- To gain practice in how best to initiate the nutritional conversations
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