Course Description This course will provide nurses and other healthcare professionals with information about the risk factors that make a person susceptible to contracting COVID-19 as well as its clinical presentation. In addition, CDC and WHO guidelines will be presented to help healthcare...
This course will help the clinician understand the New Dining Standards and the culture change of Person-Centered Care in Long-Term Care. The Pioneer Network in partnership with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services are working together to influence culture change in Long-Term Care. This...
This course examines an emerging healthcare problem for older adults, especially those residing in long-term care facilities; the prevalence of antibiotic associated diarrhea (AAD) and C. difficile -associated diarrhea (CDAD). We review the role of microbiota in maintaining health, the absence...
Proper hydration is key in the treatment and prevention of Urinary Tract Infections. This course will provide the healthcare professional with a review of Urinary Tract Infections and nutrition’s impact along with an overview of alternative dietary treatment modalities. #Courses #Continence...
One of the most troublesome yet fundamental risk factors for the development and non-healing of chronic wounds is malnutrition. Numerous studies cite a strong link between deteriorating nutritional status and the development and healing of chronic, non-healing wounds. #Courses #Correctional...
The goal of this program is to discuss enteral tubes and inform healthcare professionals regarding the procedure for administering feedings and medications, and for performing maintenance of the enteral tube. The course provides the healthcare professional with the tools necessary to recognize...
For patients with dementia, providing nourishment can become somewhat of an obstacle. With alternatives to feeding tubes, a patient will feel more comfortable and their dignity will be preserved. #Courses #Australia #Dietary-Nutrition #Geriatric #Psych-Neuro #Healthcare-Assistant ...
Meals are an essential part of maintaining and restoring health. Learn how to properly assist and care for residents with this information. #Courses #Dietary-Nutrition #Geriatric #Healthcare-Assistant #CNA #Other #Nursing-Home
High rates of malnutrition in long-term care facilities are a concern because malnourished residents have a poorer quality of life and increased morbidity and mortality. With a rapidly aging population, the prevalence of malnutrition is expected to rise. This course covers screening methods,...
The purpose of this course is to provide the healthcare professional with an evidence based overview of enteral nutrition support. This course offers a thorough review of enteral access devices, feeding methods, enteral formulations, and long term feeding considerations. This course was...
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