The concept of “liberalized diets” is now mainstream in long-term care. This course outlines the recommendations of the Dining Practice Standards from the Pioneer Network. The Standards help Certified Dietary Managers identify dining requirements, importance of food selection, and understand the requirements of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the successful learner will be able to:
- Identify the dining requirements as an integral part of individualized care
- Discuss the importance of food selection and dining experience as a significant element of daily living
- Understand the requirements of CMS and regulatory bodies in order to improve the quality of life for persons in healthcare facilities
This course requires access to YouTube to view mini-lectures.
***PLEASE NOTE: A planned migration to a new learning management system is taking place June 2019. Any courses in progress, but not complete as of 5/31/19 will need to be restarted and completed in the new learning management system after 7/1/19.
No online course extensions will be granted. All online courses are non-refundable. CE credit will be given upon successful completion of all required areas of the course including the quiz and evaluation form.
This course is a level II continuing competence.
To view continuing competence level descriptions, visit the ANFP website.