This is a comprehensive course on ostomy care and related disease processes. By the end of this course, learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe the procedure and resultant anatomy for major types of ostomy surgery. Identify at least two professional certificates that specialize in ostomy care. Identify pre-operative and post-operative ostomy considerations. Describe teaching […]
This course provides an overview of medications commonly prescribed for persons with dementia and their impacts. 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 persons with dementia and why they […]
By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Describe the basic understanding diabetes 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 or supplemental insulin. Identify at least […]
This course provides an overview of policies and procedures related to medication management for elderly residents living in a residential care environment. By the end of this course you will be able to: Define the differences between medication assistance and medication administration. Identify relevant laws and regulations pertaining to medication management for the elderly. Describe […]
This course provides advanced information on infection control challenges in long term care. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Describe the factors that lead to infections in long term care facilities. Define and discuss the term “Multidrug Resistant Organisms” or MDRO. Identify some common MDROs in the long term care […]
This course provides a comprehensive and technical overview of Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease, also referred to as GERD. By the end of this course, learners will achieve the following objectives: Define GERD. Describe the symptoms and pathophysiology of GERD. Review the complications associated with GERD. Evaluate the impact of personality, stress, and psychology on GERD. […]
By the end of this course, learners will be able to: List characteristics of the active dying process. Explain the etiology of five signs and symptoms of active dying. Explain the importance of managing signs and symptoms. Describe treatment for three common physical symptoms at end of life. This course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact […]
This course provides an overview of elderly and dependent adult abuse and neglect. By the end of this course learners will be able to: Describe risk factors for elder and dependent adult abuse and neglect. Name three strategies to prevent elder and dependent adult abuse. List four types of abuse. Define the difference between abuse […]
The purpose of this course is to familiarize healthcare professionals with the effects of stress on the brain and body and to provide tools for the prevention of caregiver burnout. By the end of the course, learners will be able to: Define the general concept of stress. Describe three effects of chronic stress on the […]
By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Identify different types of eating disorders. Differentiate between diagnostic criteria of Anorexia, Bulimia, and Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified. Identify nutritional implications and complications. Recognize treatment standards. This course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact Hour for: California RCFE Administrators California Nurses (RN, LVN, LPN) […]