Ceredigion and Mid Wales NHS Trust are introducing protected mealtimes for patients throughout the Trust from the 15th January. This is being done to ensure that patients do not experience interruptions during meal times which can lead to a reduced nutritional intake. This follows a successful implementation of this arrangement on Llewelyn Ward at Bronglais Hospital during 2006.
Protecting meal times aims to provide dedicated time, without unnecessary interruptions to the provision of meals. It will enable staff to focus on supporting patients with eating, making menu choices and assessing nutritional needs.
To assist with protecting mealtimes wards will be closed to visitors during this time. However, it is recognised that families, carers and friends can support the patient with this important aspect of care. Consequently, if it is appropriate and agreed with the ward staff they may stay and give support.
Information regarding the times of meals is available at the entrances to all wards.
Sister Heather Evans from Llewelyn Ward stated that "the introduction of protected meal times had without doubt enhanced the quality of care received by patients on her ward "adding, that she was pleased that other wards would now also benefit from this arrangement.
If any additional information is required please contact Brian Thomas, Head of Corporate Services on 01970 635658
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