Title: Explain dietary needs for persons in various age groups.
Course: Home Health Aide (14053) > Section: Understanding Nutrition and Meal Preparation

Explanation should include

- age-appropriate diets and portion sizes
- choking hazards
- nutritional needs across the life span
- hydration needs
- nutritious menu plans in accordance with a client’s budget, culture, and care plan.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why do normal diets vary for persons according to their age?
- How can a home health aide plan nutritious menus in accordance with a client's budget, culture, and care plan?
- Under what circumstances should a home health aide try to modify a client's accustomed diet?
- How can a home health aide communicate information about normal, nutritious diets to a client and a client's family members when necessary?