By the end of this course, Florida CNAs will know how to: Define mobility and why safe transportation is important for aging adults. Recognize relevant laws and regulations in transportation and long-term care communities. Identify essential transportation safety, accessibility, and reliability practices, and appropriate types of vehicles. Apply appropriate outing assessment and safety skills in […]
This course provides an advanced overview of Skin Infections in the Long Term Care Setting. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Explain the unique factors that lead to the prevalence of skin infections in long term care facility clients Describe the normal anatomy of the skin Identify conditions that are […]
This course provides an advanced overview of Respiratory Infections in the Long Term Care Setting. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Identify some unique factors which may lead to the prevalence of respiratory infections in long term care facilities Describe the basic anatomy of the respiratory system Describe common diseases […]
This course provides an advanced overview of the history, pathophysiology, and diagnosis of nicotine dependence. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe the history of tobacco Identify the epidemiology of tobacco use Recognize how nicotine creates dependence Characterize the patient populations with higher nicotine dependence Explain the diagnosis, treatment options, and typical outcomes following treatment […]
The purpose of this course is to increase the awareness of healthcare professionals regarding medical errors. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe the current societal and professional perspectives on medical errors Review the definition of medical error and the potential types of medical errors that can occur Discuss the consequences of medical errors on […]
This course provides an advanced overview of legal, clinical, and ethical issues associated with Medical Cannabis. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Explain the historical, current, and projected uses of medical cannabis Describe the position taken by federal, state and other authoritative entities on medical cannabis use List pharmacological uses […]
Objectives of this course include: Define Intimate Partner Violence and the different forms of intimate partner violence Identify the four basic risk factors, based on the social-ecological model, for increased likelihood of intimate partner violence Identify some of the early warning signs of intimate partner violence in initial clinical presentation Describe tools and strategies for […]
This course will provide healthcare professionals with information about the face of human trafficking as it occurs worldwide and near to home. This course recognizes potential victims and the appropriate response to suspicion or disclosure of a human trafficking victim. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Define human trafficking and its different forms Identify general […]
This course provides an advanced overview of the Hospice Model of Care. It is appropriate for healthcare workers, social service professionals, and other professionals who may interface with hospice, as well as for patients, families, and others who are interested in learning more about hospice services and philosophies. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe […]
This advanced course on Diabetes Mellitus: Pathophysiology can be taken as Part 1 of a series or on its own. Course objectives are: Provide the general definition of diabetes and explain the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Describe the normal metabolism of carbohydrates and how this is influenced by diabetes. Compare the […]