Unit 2 - Care and nutrition (e-book)

Lesson 2.1. Nursing and feeding techniques and equipment

2.1.2. Body position

Position of a person without problems to eat.image

  • Back in contact with the back of the chair in a 90˚ position.

  • Head and neck aligned with the back.

  • Chin slightly inclined towards the chest.

  • Feet flat on the ground or footrest.

  • Forearms on the table on either side of the cutlery.

(Source: CADIS Huesca)

Position of a person with mobility problems.

  • Always adopt a semi-upright position above 45˚ and as close to 90˚ as possible.

  • Head slightly tilted forward, avoiding neck hyperextension.

  • Chin slightly inclined towards the chest.

  • Trunk and feet aligned with head and neck as far as possible.

  • Timage he position of the legs will depend on the situation of the person, alternating bent knees with straight knees and feet apart.

  • The arms can be supported on the belly or on the armrests of the chair.

  • Cushions, pillows or other tools will be used whenever necessary to maintain proper posture.

  • Correction of posture will be made whenever necessary throughout the meal.


(Source: CADIS Huesca)