This article describes the approach taken by an NHS Trust to enable a child with complex needs to receive a blended diet at school. Working with the parents and local school, it involved the development of a protocol, risk assessment, multi-agency care plan, training, and assessment of competencies of school staff who administered the blended diet at school. The initiative led to positive outcomes for all involved, including the school and wider community.
Thomas, S. 2017. Multi-agency practice for developing a blended diet for children fed via a gastrostomy. Nursing Children and Young People, 29 (6) p 22 - 25.
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