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 3 effects of chronic stress on the […]
Course objectives include: 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. Course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact Hour for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA) in California. Must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as […]
This course on diabetes diet management can be taken as Part 3 of a series or on its own. Course objectives are: Describe how the intake of dietary carbohydrates can have a direct influence on an individual’s blood glucose levels Differentiate between the various diet therapies used in management of diabetes Describe how to modify […]
This advanced course on diabetes medications can be taken as Part 2 of a series or on its own. Course objectives are: Identify the main goals of diabetic medication management and hyperglycemia management. Describe the various methods of insulin administration, different types of insulin, and the rationale of correction or supplemental insulin. Describe the use […]
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 […]
Objectives of this course include: Identify and describe three of the most common types of dementia Describe three ways in which a person may be affected by dementia List five changes in behavior and mood commonly found in persons with dementia. Course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact Hour for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA) in California. […]
This course provides an overview of behaviors associated with dementia, with a focus on those associated with Alzheimer’s type dementia. Course objectives include: Determine common causes of behaviors in persons with dementia Describe most prevalent behaviors associated with persons with dementia Identify theories of behavior management Define person-centered care as it relates to caring for […]
In this course, learners will achieve the following objectives: Recognize the challenges in caring for a multicultural elder care population Describe culturally appropriate practices in the health care workplace Explain how to implement practical solutions for overcoming cultural barriers in elder care. Course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact Hour for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA) in […]
This course will provide you with an in depth understanding of the effects dementia has a on a person’s communication and strategies for improved communication with a person with dementia. By the end of this course learners will be able to: Explain the pathology of dementia and the physical changes that occur in the brain […]
Upon completing this course, learners will be able to: Articulate the major geriatric conditions that elderly patients might experience. Identify key strategies to contend with conditions the elderly patients experience. Discuss correlations between various geriatric conditions. Identify the importance of developing effective interventions based on individual need. Identify nationally recognized screening tools to utilize in […]