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.
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| 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 |
