Level 5 Minced and Moist Audit

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Instructions:  

  • Level 5 Minced & Moist critical tests include Appearance + Fork Pressure Test + Spoon Tilt Test OR if these are not available Finger Test.  
  • For particle size: food intended to mimic a ‘chewed bolus’ – must be equal to or less than 4mm width and no longer than 15mm in length (adults);  Equal to or less than 2mm width and no longer than 8mm length (pediatrics).  
  • The food item must pass or meet criteria for any row marked ∗.  

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Notes:

  • Minimal chewing should be needed to eat this food texture (e.g. tongue force should be able to squash/break food).    
  • Please see also http://iddsi.org/framework/food-testing-methods/