This one-day course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to provide dietetic care to patients with eating disorders in the acute inpatient setting. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical exercises and clinical case studies, we will consider dietetic assessment and intervention within this patient group. We will reflect upon the dietetic role within the multidisciplinary team and scope of practice. We will discuss ethical and legal issues including feeding under restraint. We will consider communication techniques and some challenges we may face when communicating with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Led by experienced dietitians, you will have the opportunity for reflection and networking.
Book now to develop your dietetic knowledge, skills, and confidence in providing compassionate care to patients with eating disorders in the acute setting.
Aim:
To gain knowledge, skills, and confidence in the dietetic management of patients with eating disorders in the acute inpatient setting.
Learning Outcomes:
- Discuss key principles guiding location of care for patients with eating disorders
- Identify key members of the multidisciplinary team involved in the care of the patient group
- Undertake a dietetic assessment for patient group
- Identify typical dietetic needs and aims
- Utilise best practice guidance to plan a safe and effective dietetic intervention
- Reflect upon communication challenges within the practice area
- Discuss ethical and legal issues within nasogastric tube feeding under restraint intervention