Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Distinguish between emergencies that impact the resident or client and those that affect the facility as a whole List common emergencies impacting older adults Describe when and how 9-1-1 should be called Identify safety measures the facility can have in place […]
This course provides an advanced overview of Respiratory Infections in the Long Term Care Setting. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner 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 […]
This course provides an overview of the Resident Rights for elderly residents living in an assisted living facility. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Explain the importance of the Resident Rights in providing each resident with quality care and a quality living experience List and explain at […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Name four symptoms of anxiety and depression Identify five interventions that reduce psychosocial stress Explain how resident rights contribute to psychosocial well-being Identify how to support residents and guide themselves to maintain psychosocial balance during the return to “normal” after a […]
This course will explore how person-centered care benefits both the care recipients and the administrator. This course aims to ensure Assisted Living Administrators, Nursing Home Administrators, and staff understand how to provide high quality care, consistent with the care recipients’ interests and preferences, for the best quality of life. Course Objectives By the end of […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Identify three effects of anxiety on the body and mind. Distinguish between a normal response to anxiety and overreactions by naming three of each. List three interventions to relieve panic-induced stress Identify three symptoms of anxiety associated with returning to work […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define pain and distinguish the differences between acute and chronic pain. Recognize common signs and symptoms of pain in older adults. Discuss the various types of drugs used for chronic pain management and problems associated with pain medications in the older […]
This course provides an advanced overview of the history, pathophysiology, and diagnosis of nicotine dependence. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: 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 […]
This course explores commonly prescribed medications for persons with dementia, including symptom management, psychotropic medication use, and medication safety considerations. Course Objectives By the end of this course learners will be able to: Define dementia. Explain why medications are sometimes needed to manage symptoms caused by dementia. State three types of commonly prescribed medications for […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Describe the basic understanding of what diabetes is and factors affecting management of diabetes in older adults. Identify the main goals of diabetic medication management. Describe the various methods of insulin administration, different types of insulin, and the rationale behind correction […]