Rule 15-16-1-52.19.4 - Food Service and DiningFood shall be served in an appetizing and attractive manner, at planned and realistic mealtimes, and in a congenial and relaxed atmosphere.
1. Dining areas should be attractive and maintained at appropriate temperatures.2. The dietetic services shall be patient-oriented and should take into account the many factors that contribute to the wide variations in patient eating habits, including cultural, religious, and ethnic factors.3. Snacks shall be available as appropriate to the nutritional needs of the patients and the needs of the facility.4. The dietetic service shall be prepared to give extra food to individual patients.5. Appropriate food should be available for patients with special or limited dietary needs.6. There shall be adequate equipment provided for tray assembly and tray delivery.7. Facilities or arrangements shall be available for family and friends to eat with patients when possible.15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-52.19.4
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