Minnesota Administrative Rules

4655.8630 QUALITY AND VARIETY.

Subpart 1.

Diet.

The diet shall be palatable, of adequate quantity and variety, prepared by methods which conserve nutritional value, and attractively served. It is recommended that dishes be used rather than compartment trays. Hot foods shall be served hot; cold foods shall be served cold. Foods shall be served in a form to meet individual needs.

Subp. 2.

Menu planning.

All menus including special diets shall be planned, dated, and posted for a minimum of one week in advance. Notations shall be made of any substitutions in the meals actually served and these shall be of equal nutritional value. Records of menus and of foods purchased shall be filed for six months. A reasonable variety of foods shall be provided. A file of tested recipes adjusted to a yield appropriate for the size of the home shall be maintained.

Subp. 3.

Food habits and customs.

There shall be reasonable adjustment to the food habits, customs, likes, and appetites of individual patients and residents.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 144.56; 144A.02 to 144A.08

Published Electronically:

January 19, 2005