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TITLE 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
PART 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
CHAPTER 554 - NURSING FACILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE AND MEDICAID CERTIFICATION
SUBCHAPTER L - FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES
SECTION/RULE §554.1108 - Food and Drink
Chapter Review Date 03/11/2024

Each resident must receive and the facility must provide:(1) food prepared in accordance with established professional food preparation practices and by methods that conserve nutritive value, flavor, and appearance;(2) adequate amounts of food and drink that is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature;(3) food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs;(4) appealing options of similar nutritive value to a resident who chooses not to eat food that is initially served or who requests a different meal choice;(5) food that is prepared and served on schedule;(6) food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences; and(7) drinks, including water and other liquids, consistent with a resident's needs and preferences, and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

Source Note: The provisions of this §554.1108 adopted to be effective May 1, 1995, 20 TexReg 2393; amended to be effective March 24, 2020, 45 TexReg 2025; transferred effective January 15, 2021, as published in the Texas Register December 11, 2020, 45 TexReg 8871.

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