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Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Baroness Greengross (Crossbench). It was answered by Earl Howe (Conservative) on Monday, 7 November 2011.


Hospitals and Care Homes: Hydration

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they have plans to implement a hydration policy in hospitals and care homes.
Answer

My Lords, all providers of regulated activities, including hospitals and care homes, are required by law to have policies in place that protect people from the risks of dehydration. The Care Quality Commission can take action if these requirements are not being met. It is for health and social care providers to develop local hydration policies. There are a number of best practice resources available to help providers to do this.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
732 c6 
Session
2010-12
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
Care homes Hospitals Drinks Patients
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk