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This course is intended as a self-study course for those interested in exploring a career as a Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide.

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Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso

Semana

1

1 hora para completar

Course Information Documents

Contains the syllabus, grading and logistics, and references

1 video (Total 2 minutos), 8 readings

1 video

VIDEO - Course Introduction2m

8 lecturas

Welcome10m

Syllabus10m

Textbook Companion10m

Grading and Logistics10m

Module 12 (Week 13) Videos10m

Hardware & Software Requirements10m

Copyright Information: Course Materials & Images10m

References10m

Semana

2

3 horas para completar

Module 1 - Introduction to Home Health Care

Introduction to Home Health Care

16 readings, 1 quiz

16 lecturas

Introduction10m

What is Home Health Care?10m

Who Receives Home Health Care Services?10m

History of Home Health Care10m

Module 1 Breakout Activity 110m

Who is Part of the Home Health Care Team10m

Home Health Care Team Roles - Part 110m

Home Health Care Team Roles - Part 210m

Home Health Care Team Roles - Part 310m

Home Health Care Team Roles - Part 410m

Module 1 Breakout Activity 210m

Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide Tasks10m

Scope of Practice10m

Chain of Command10m

Qualities of Home Health Aides & Personal Care Aides10m

Education & Training Requirements10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 1 Quiz20m

Semana

3

14 horas para completar

Module 2 - Working Effectively with Home Care Clients

Human Needs, Culture & Diversity, Communication Skills, Developing a Therapeutic Relationship, Patients' Rights

77 readings, 1 quiz

77 lecturas

Introduction10m

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs10m

Physical Needs10m

Safety and Security Needs10m

Need for Love and Belonging10m

Need for Self-Esteem10m

Need for Self-Actualization10m

Module 2 Breakout Activity 110m

Culture10m

Race versus Culture10m

Ethnocentrism, Diversity, & Stereotypes10m

Self-Awareness10m

Cultural Awareness & Cultural Competence10m

Introduction to Cultures10m

African American10m

Asians10m

Latinos10m

Middle East10m

Introduction to Religions of the World10m

Agnostics and Atheists10m

Buddhism10m

Christianity10m

Hinduism10m

Islam10m

Judaism10m

Introduction to Family & Diversity10m

Supporting Family Members10m

Communication10m

Types of Communication10m

Types of Communication - Summary10m

Language Barriers10m

Hearing Impairment10m

Visual Impairment10m

Aphasia/Speech Impairment10m

Cognitive Impairment10m

Yes/No Questions10m

Asking "Why?"10m

Use of Cliches10m

Introduction to Active Listening10m

How to Be a Good Listener - Part 110m

How to Be a Good Listener - Part 210m

How to Be a Good Listener - Part 310m

Module 2 Breakout Activity 1010m

Introduction to Therapeutic Relationship10m

How to Establish a Therapeutic Relationship - Part 110m

How to Establish a Therapeutic Relationship - Part 210m

How to Establish a Therapeutic Relationship - Part 310m

Terminating the Relationship10m

Self Check for Boundaries10m

Module 2 Breakout Activity 1110m

Introduction to Documentation10m

Use of Your Senses10m

What Information to Include in Documentation10m

How to Complete Documentation10m

Confidentiality10m

Sample Documentation10m

Introduction to Communicating on the Telephone10m

Sample Phone Call10m

Sample Phone Message10m

Introduction to Patient's Rights10m

Physical Abuse10m

Emotional Abuse10m

Financial Abuse10m

Sexual Abuse10m

Domestic violence10m

Neglect10m

Reporting Abuse & Neglect10m

Introduction to Patient's Rights10m

Patient's Responsibilities10m

How a Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide Support a Patient's Rights10m

Introduction to Advanced Directives10m

Living Wills10m

Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care (Health Care Proxy)10m

Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR)10m

Confidentiality10m

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)10m

Legal Ramifications for HIPAA Violations10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 2 Quiz40m

Semana

4

5 horas para completar

Module 3 - Working with the Elderly

Working with the Elderly

28 readings, 1 quiz

28 lecturas

Introduction10m

Aging and the Individual10m

Social Factors & Aging10m

Observing & Reporting Changes10m

Confidentiality10m

Module 3 Breakout Activity 410m

Attitudes Toward Aging10m

Myths of Aging10m

Introduction10m

Immune System10m

Respiratory System10m

Cardiovascular System10m

Integumentary (Skin) System10m

Musculoskeletal System10m

Range of Motion Movements10m

Sensory System10m

Digestive System10m

Urinary System10m

Endocrine System10m

Neurological System10m

Female Reproductive System10m

Male Reproductive System10m

Introduction to Aging & the Mind10m

Working with Patients Who Have Had a Stroke10m

Working with Patients with Alzheimer's Disease10m

Working with Patients with Parkinson's Disease10m

Introduction to Stress10m

How to Help a Patient Effectively Manage Stress10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 3 Quiz24m

Semana

5

6 horas para completar

Module 4 - Working with Children

Working with Children

33 readings, 1 quiz

33 lecturas

Introduction to Working with Children10m

Why Children May Need Home Care - Part 110m

Why Children May Need Home Care - Part 210m

Why Children May Need Home Care - Part 310m

Introduction to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Applied to Children10m

Physical Needs10m

Safety and Security Needs10m

Need for Love and Belonging10m

Need for Self-Esteem10m

Need for Self-Actualization10m

Introduction to Child Growth and Development10m

Sensorimotor Stage (birth to 2 years)10m

Preoperational Stage (2 to 7 years)10m

Concrete Operational Stage (7 to 11 years)10m

Formal Operational Stage (11 years to adulthood)10m

Module 4 Breakout Activity 310m

Infancy: Birth to 12 months10m

Toddler: 1-3 years10m

Preschool: 3-6 years10m

School Age: 6-11 or 12 years10m

Adolescent: 11 years to 19 years10m

Types of Families10m

Guidelines for Communicating with Children about Divorce10m

Styles of Parenting10m

Socioeconomic Status10m

Domestic Violence10m

Module 4 Breakout Activity 1010m

Special Issues of Families: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Issues10m

Signs of Substance Abuse10m

Signs of Mental Illness10m

Stress10m

How to Help Children Cope with Stress10m

Working Effectively to Strengthen Families10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 4 Quiz20m

Semana

6

4 horas para completar

Module 5 - Working with People Who Are Mentally Ill

Working with People Who Are Mentally Ill

20 readings, 1 quiz

20 lecturas

Introduction10m

What is Mental Health?10m

Positive Coping Skills10m

Negative Coping Skills10m

Module 5 Breakout Activity 110m

Defense Mechanisms10m

Unhealthy Coping Behaviors10m

What is Mental Illness?10m

Physical Factors10m

Environmental Factors10m

Genetic Factors10m

Stress Factors10m

Anxiety10m

Depression10m

Schizophrenia10m

Treating Mental Illness10m

Module 5 Breakout Activity 610m

Guidelines for Observing Behavior10m

Role of the HHA/PHA with Mentally Ill Patients and their Families10m

Maintain Safety10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 5 Quiz20m

Semana

7

6 horas para completar

Module 6 - Working with People with Developmental Disabilities

Working with People with Developmental Disabilities

32 readings, 1 quiz

32 lecturas

Introduction10m

What is a Developmental Disability?10m

How Does Having a Developmental Disability Affect Normal Development?10m

Self-Care & Movement10m

Financial Independence & Self-direction10m

Communication & Social Situations10m

Coping10m

Types of Developmental Disabilities10m

Intellectual Disabilities10m

Cerebral Palsy10m

Autism10m

Neurologic Impairment10m

Multiple Disabilities10m

Effects of Developmental Disabilities on Growth and Development10m

Causes of Developmental Disabilities10m

How is a Developmental Disability Different from Mental Illness?10m

Developmental Disabilities at Home10m

Module 6 Breakout Activity 610m

Caring for a Child with a Developmental Disability10m

Caring for an Adult with a Developmental Disability10m

Expectations and Attitudes10m

Address the Person, Not the Disability10m

Focus on Independence, Productivity, and Integration10m

Promote Self-Determination and Community Participation10m

Care Needs10m

Physical Needs10m

Safety and Security Needs10m

Love and Belonging Needs10m

Self-Esteem and Self-Actualization Needs10m

Module 6 Breakout Activity 1010m

Role of the Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide10m

Performance Standards10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 6 Quiz20m

Semana

8

2 horas para completar

Module 7 - Working with People with Physical Disabilities

Working with People with Physical Disabilities

13 readings, 1 quiz

13 lecturas

Introduction10m

What is a Physical Disability?10m

Causes of Physical Disabilities10m

Module 7 Breakout Activity 110m

Permanent versus Temporary Disabilities10m

Unique Attributes of Physical Disabilities10m

Impact of a Physical Disability on Quality of Life10m

Promoting Self-care and Independence10m

Maintenance of Dignity and Self-Worth10m

Preservation of Normal Life Style10m

Role of the Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide10m

Social, Cultural and Environmental Influences in Caring for People with Disabilities10m

Situations in Which People with Physical Disabilities May Require Home Care10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 7 Quiz16m

Semana

9

10 horas para completar

Module 8 - Food, Nutrition, and Meal Preparation

1 video (Total 2 minutos), 53 readings, 1 quiz

1 video

VIDEO - Food Preparation & Blender Use1m

53 lecturas

Introduction10m

The Major Nutrients10m

Protein10m

Carbohydrates10m

Fats10m

Vitamins10m

Minerals10m

Water10m

Nutrients Work Together10m

Module 8 Breakout Activity 210m

Well-balanced Diet10m

Milk Group10m

Protein Foods Group10m

Fruit Group10m

Vegetable Group10m

Grain Group10m

Oils10m

Using ChooseMyPlate in Meal Planning10m

Dietary Guidelines10m

Cost of Food10m

Food Preparation10m

Patient Involvement10m

Available Cooking Equipment10m

Serve Quality Food10m

Serving Meals10m

Food Appearance, Texture, and Portion Size10m

How to Save on Food Costs10m

Module 8 Breakout Activity 610m

Food Storage10m

Safe Food Handling10m

Module 8 Breakout Activity 810m

Safe Microwave Defrosting and Cooking10m

Safe Cooking Temperatures10m

Food Money Procedures10m

Being Specific When it Comes to the Diet10m

The Meaning of "High" and "Low" Diet Orders10m

Decreasing the Intake of Certain Foods10m

Increasing the Intake of Certain Foods10m

Types of Modified Diets10m

Low Sodium/Low Salt Diets10m

Fluid-Restricted Diets10m

High and Low Potassium Diets10m

Low Fat/Low Cholesterol Diets10m

Bland Diets10m

Gluten-Free Diet10m

Vegetarian Diet10m

Liquid Diets10m

Soft Diets10m

Mechanically Altered Diets10m

Mechanical Soft Diet10m

Pureed Diet10m

Provide Nutritious and Attractive Mechanically Altered Food10m

Follow Safe Food Preparation and Storage Guidelines10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 8 Quiz40m

Semana

10

2 horas para completar

Module 9 - Family Spending and Budgeting

13 readings, 1 quiz

13 lecturas

Introduction10m

The Role of the Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide in Family Spending & Budgeting10m

Module 9 Breakout Activity 110m

Income10m

Debt & Stress10m

Daily Expense Tracker10m

Planning a Budget10m

Determining Expenses10m

Determining Income10m

Introduction10m

How to Save on Grocery Costs10m

How to Save on Household Costs10m

How to Save on Energy Costs10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 9 Quiz16m

Semana

11

3 horas para completar

Module 10 - Care of the Home and Personal Belongings

2 videos (Total 2 minutos), 18 readings, 1 quiz

2 videos

VIDEO - Household Cleaning Supplies1m

VIDEO - Vacuuming43s

18 lecturas

Introduction10m

Time Management10m

The ABC Method10m

The 1-10 Method10m

Tips for Efficient Use of Time10m

Module 10 Breakout Activity 410m

Infection Control10m

Basic Supplies and Equipment Needed10m

Safety Tips for Home Health Aides/Personal Care Aides Using Equipment and Supplies10m

Kitchen Cleaning Tasks10m

Bathroom Cleaning Tasks10m

Living Room Cleaning Tasks10m

Bedroom Cleaning Tasks10m

Washing Floors10m

Laundry10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 10 Quiz24m

Semana

12

6 horas para completar

Module 11 - Safety and Injury Prevention

29 readings, 1 quiz

29 lecturas

Introduction10m

Falls10m

Burns10m

Cuts10m

Poisoning10m

Choking10m

Contributing Factors to Injuries10m

Where Household Injuries Commonly Occur10m

Role of the Home Care Worker in Injury Prevention10m

Fire Safety10m

Personal Safety10m

Pets10m

Transportation Safety10m

Introduction10m

First Aid Techniques for Falls10m

First Aid Techniques for Bruises10m

First Aid Techniques for Cuts and Scrapes10m

First Aid Techniques for Dizziness/Fainting10m

First Aid Techniques for Burns10m

Module 11 Breakout Activity 1310m

First Aid Techniques for Choking10m

First Aid Techniques for Poisoning10m

What to do in Serious Medical Emergencies10m

Assessing the ABCs10m

Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)10m

Seizures10m

Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke)10m

Module 11 Breakout Activity 1510m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 11 Quiz40m

Semana

13

14 horas para completar

Module 12 - Personal Care

28 videos (Total 48 minutos), 72 readings, 1 quiz

28 videos

VIDEO - Hand Washing2m

VIDEO - Donning and Removing Gloves46s

VIDEO - Bed Bath5m

VIDEO - Washing Hair in Bed2m

VIDEO - Assisting with Changing a Clean Dressing1m

VIDEO - Assisting with Mouth Hygiene1m

VIDEO - Denture Care58s

VIDEO - Mouth Care for the Unconscious Patient1m

VIDEO - Applying Elastic Compression Stockings52s

VIDEO - Shaving a Patient2m

VIDEO - Changing a Bedpan2m

VIDEO - Use of a Urinal1m

VIDEO - Applying a Condom Catheter1m

VIDEO - Cleaning Catheter Tubing1m

VIDEO - Applying an Incontinence Product1m

VIDEO - Measuring Output1m

VIDEO - Measuring Intake1m

VIDEO - Assisting with Eating1m

VIDEO - Proper Body Mechanics1m

VIDEO - Turning the Patient in Bed1m

VIDEO - Positioning a Patient on Their Side1m

VIDEO - Lifting a Patient in Bed1m

VIDEO - Transfer to a Wheelchair1m

VIDEO - Transfer from a Wheelchair to the Shower43s

VIDEO - Making an Occupied Bed3m

VIDEO - Picking up the Infant58s

VIDEO - Feeding an Infant58s

VIDEO - Bathing an Infant1m

72 lecturas

Introduction10m

Introduction to Infection Control10m

Procedure - Handwashing10m

Use of Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer10m

Procedure - Donning & Removing Gloves10m

Introduction to Bathing, Back Rubs & Assisting with a Clean Dressing10m

Procedure - Tub or Shower Bath10m

Procedure - Bed Bath10m

Procedure - Shampoo in Bed10m

Procedure - Back Rub10m

Procedure - Assisting with Changing a Clean (Non-sterile) Dressing10m

Introduction to Mouth Hygiene10m

Procedure - Patients Who Can Brush Their Own Teeth or Need Some Assistance10m

Procedure - Patients Who are Unable to Perform Mouth Hygiene Independently, such as an Unconscious Patient10m

Procedure - Denture Care10m

Procedure - Flossing10m

Introduction to Dressing and Grooming10m

Procedure - Assisting with Dressing10m

Procedure - Assisting with Dressing for Patients Who are Weak, Frail, or Paralyzed10m

Procedure - Assisting with the use of Elastic Support Stockings10m

Nail Care10m

Procedure - Hand Care10m

Procedure - Foot Care10m

Procedure - Shaving the Patient10m

Introduction to Assisting with Elimination10m

Procedure - Use of a Bed Pan10m

Procedure - Use of a Urinal10m

Procedure - Assisting with the Use of a Condom Catheter10m

Procedure - Assisting with Cleaning the Skin and Catheter Tubing10m

Procedure - Assisting with Emptying of the Urinary Drainage Bag10m

Procedure - Measuring Urinary Output10m

Introduction to Assisting with Eating10m

Procedure - Assisting with Eating10m

Procedure - Measuring Intake10m

Procedure: Proper Body Mechanics10m

Procedure: Standing10m

Procedure: Lifting10m

Procedure: Using Proper Working Height10m

Overview: Turning and Positioning the Patient10m

Procedure: Turning the Patient in Bed10m

Procedure: Positioning the Patient10m

Overview: Assisting Patients to Transfer to and from Different Positions10m

Procedure: Transfer to the Sitting Position in Bed10m

Procedure: Helping the Patient to Sit at the Side of the Bed10m

Procedure: Helping a Patient to Stand10m

Procedure: Helping the Patient to Ambulate (Walk)10m

Procedure: Transfer to a Wheelchair, Chair, or Commode10m

Procedure: Positioning Patient in Chair or Wheelchair10m

Procedure: Transfer from Wheelchair to Toilet10m

Procedure: Transfer from Wheelchair to Shower and Assisting with Shower10m

Procedure: Transfer from Wheelchair to Stool or Chair in Tub10m

Introduction to The Patient's Environment10m

Procedure: Making an Unoccupied Bed10m

Procedure: Making an Occupied Bed10m

Introduction to Special Equipment used by Home Care Patients10m

Procedure: Weighing a Patient10m

Procedure: Assisting with the Use of a Hydraulic Lift10m

Procedure: Slide Board Transfer10m

Procedure: Handling the Infant10m

Procedure: Picking up the Infant10m

Positioning the Infant for Feeding & Feeding the Infant10m

Burping a Baby10m

Changing a Diaper10m

Documenting the Baby's Intake and Output10m

Procedure: Infant Bath10m

Introduction to Assisting with Self-administration of Medication10m

Procedure: Checking the Right Person (Patient)10m

Procedure: Checking the Right Medication10m

Procedure: Checking the Right Dose10m

Procedure: Checking the Right Time10m

Procedure: Checking the Right Route10m

End of Course Survey10m

1 ejercicio de práctica

Module 12 Quiz1h 20m

Instructores

Erin O'Hara-Leslie

Chairperson/Assistant Professor/Grant Program Director

SUNY Broome Medical Assisting & Health Studies

Andrea C. Wade, Ph.D.

Provost and Vice President, Academic Services

Monroe Community College

Kimberly B. McLain, Ph.D.

Curricula Course Developer, MOOC; Assistant Professor

SUNY Broome Medical Assisting & Health Studies

Tera Doty-Blance

Instructional Designer

Teaching Resource Center

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Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

100 % en línea

Fechas límite flexibles

Aprox. 24 horas para completar

Inglés (English)

100 % en línea

Fechas límite flexibles

Aprox. 24 horas para completar

Inglés (English)

Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso

Course Information Documents

Module 1 - Introduction to Home Health Care

Module 2 - Working Effectively with Home Care Clients

Module 3 - Working with the Elderly

Module 4 - Working with Children

Module 5 - Working with People Who Are Mentally Ill

Module 6 - Working with People with Developmental Disabilities

Module 7 - Working with People with Physical Disabilities

Module 8 - Food, Nutrition, and Meal Preparation

Module 9 - Family Spending and Budgeting

Module 10 - Care of the Home and Personal Belongings

Module 11 - Safety and Injury Prevention

Module 12 - Personal Care

33%

25%

17%

Principales revisiones sobre Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

Instructores

Erin O'Hara-Leslie

Andrea C. Wade, Ph.D.

Kimberly B. McLain, Ph.D.

Tera Doty-Blance

Acerca de Universidad Estatal de Nueva York

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