Clinical Nutrition Practice Safety Protocols

1. Patient Screening and Assessment

Initial Assessment

• Comprehensive medical history review
• Food allergy documentation
• Current medications and supplements
• Anthropometric measurements
• Recent laboratory results

Risk Assessment

• Malnutrition screening
• Dysphagia risk evaluation
• Drug-nutrient interaction check
• Food safety risk factors

2. Food Safety Standards

Storage and Handling

• Temperature monitoring protocols
• Storage area sanitation requirements
• Cross-contamination prevention
• Expiration date tracking system

Preparation Areas

• Hand hygiene stations
• Personal protective equipment requirements
• Surface sanitization procedures
• Equipment cleaning protocols

3. Documentation Requirements

Patient Records

• Standardized nutrition assessment forms
• Treatment plan documentation
• Progress notes
• Adverse reaction reporting

Quality Assurance

• Regular safety audits
• Staff training records
• Equipment maintenance logs
• Incident reporting procedures

4. Emergency Protocols

Medical Emergencies

• Allergic reaction response
• Choking intervention
• Emergency contact procedures
• First aid requirements

Facility Emergencies

• Power failure procedures
• Food storage backup systems
• Emergency supply inventory
• Evacuation protocols

5. Staff Safety Requirements

Training

• Food safety certification
• CPR and first aid
• Emergency response procedures
• Infection control protocols

Personal Safety

• Proper lifting techniques
• Exposure prevention
• Injury reporting procedures
• Required immunizations

6. Compliance Monitoring

Regular Assessments

• Monthly safety inspections
• Quarterly protocol reviews
• Annual certification updates
• Compliance reporting