Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Recognize your responsibilities in providing first aid. Identify what constitutes a medical emergency and the steps to performing basic first aid. Describe the characteristics and first aid responses to some of the common medical emergencies experienced by dependent older adults. Discuss […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Describe the prevalence of falls among the older adult population. Describe some of the implications of falls among older adults. Identify common risk factors for falls. Identify at least three intervention strategies to promote fall prevention. Continuing Education Credits Course is […]
This course provides a rich introduction to Ethics in Healthcare. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define ethics and ethical considerations unique to healthcare. Describe the four prima facie principles of healthcare ethics. Discuss additional concepts important to healthcare ethics. Examine ethical concepts related to the current […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner 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. Continuing Education Credits Course […]
This course provides an overview of the various types of Eating Disorders and medical nutrition therapy associated with treating these disorders. It is appropriate not only for healthcare workers, social service professionals and counselors, but also for patients, families, and others interested in learning more on this topic. Course Objectives By the end of this […]
This advanced course on diabetes diet management can be taken as Part 3 of a series or on its own. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Describe how the intake of dietary carbohydrates can have a direct influence on an individual’s blood glucose levels. Discuss medical nutrition […]
This advanced course on diabetes medications can be taken as Part 2 of a series or on its own. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Identify the main goals of diabetic medication management and hyperglycemia management. Describe the various methods of insulin administration, different types of insulin, […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Determine common causes of behaviors in persons with dementia Describe the most prevalent behaviors exhibited by persons with dementia Describe theories of behavior management Define person centered care Identify approaches care providers can use to assist a person with dementia during […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define combative behavior in the context of caring for persons with dementia. Implement the “5 Whys” to understand the reason for the combative behavior in persons with dementia. Identify at least three intervention strategies effective at minimizing, managing, and preventing combative […]
This course provides practical guidelines for recognizing, treating, and preventing caregiver burnout in a long-term care setting. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define who a caregiver is. Define what burnout means in context of caregiving. Recognize signs of caregiver burnout. Explain the relationship between burnout and […]