This advanced course on Diabetes Mellitus: Pathophysiology can be taken as Part 1 of a series or on its own. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Provide the general definition of diabetes and explain the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Describe the normal metabolism […]
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 […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Define autonomy. Explain why resident autonomy is important in an RCFE. Describe the role of Resident Rights in promoting resident autonomy and maintaining compliance with laws and regulations related to safety. Identify ways to provide an autonomous environment for residents while […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Describe the difference between assisting with medications and administering medications. Identify the restrictions for managing medications in an RCFE. List at least three compliance requirements for managing medications in an RCFE. Discuss the training requirements for RCFE staff to qualify to […]
This course provides an advanced overview of legal, clinical, and ethical issues associated with Medical Cannabis. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Explain the historical, current, and projected uses of medical cannabis Describe the position taken by federal, state, and other authoritative entities on medical cannabis use […]
This course provides an advanced overview of the Hospice Model of Care. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Describe the philosophy of hospice care. Identify the core members of the hospice team and explain each role. Explain the three components of hospice care. Define eligibility criteria for […]
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. Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Recognize the physiological, psychological, and environmental factors that can influence […]
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 This course […]
Course Objectives By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: 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. Continuing Education Credits This course […]
This course provides an overview of behaviors associated with dementia, with a focus on those associated with Alzheimer’s type dementia. 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 associated with persons with dementia. Identify theories […]