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 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 overview of Hepatitis and contains the following learning objectives: Describe the biology and epidemiology of hepatitis Define the viral and non-viral causes of hepatitis Identify the symptoms and diagnosis of hepatitis Recognize treatment options for hepatitis Implement methods to prevent hepatitis transmission. Course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact Hour for Certified […]
This course covers age-related changes that occur in the physiology of older adults and how these changes can greatly impact the nutritional needs of those living in a long-term care facility. By taking this course, learners will be able to achieve the following objectives: Recognize the physiological, psychological, and environmental factors that can influence the […]
This course provides a comprehensive and technical overview of Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease, also referred to as GERD. 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 Identify treatment options for management of […]
The following objectives will be achieved through this course: 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. Course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact Hour for Certified Nurse […]
Course objectives include: 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. Course is approved for 1.0 CE/Contact Hour for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA) in California. Must […]
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 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 […]