Maintaining adequate hydration for patients, care home residents and other service users can be challenging – so what can nurses do to ensure those in their care do not become dehydrated?

In the latest episode of the Nursing Standard podcast, NHS South West London regional hydration project manager and registered nurse Charlotte Trumper discusses how to identify and manage dehydration in hospital and care home settings.

She also offers practical tips for supporting patients and residents to consume enough fluids and monitoring their hydration levels.

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