第 1 周

Course Information Documents

Contains the syllabus, grading and logistics, and references

1 视频, 8 阅读材料

视频: VIDEO - Course Introduction
Reading: Welcome
Reading: Syllabus
Reading: Textbook Companion
Reading: Grading and Logistics
Reading: Module 12 (Week 13) Videos
Reading: Hardware & Software Requirements
Reading: Copyright Information: Course Materials & Images
Reading: References

第 2 周

Module 1 - Introduction to Home Health Care

Introduction to Home Health Care

16 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: What is Home Health Care?
Reading: Who Receives Home Health Care Services?
Reading: History of Home Health Care
Reading: Module 1 Breakout Activity 1
Reading: Who is Part of the Home Health Care Team
Reading: Home Health Care Team Roles - Part 1
Reading: Home Health Care Team Roles - Part 2
Reading: Home Health Care Team Roles - Part 3
Reading: Home Health Care Team Roles - Part 4
Reading: Module 1 Breakout Activity 2
Reading: Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide Tasks
Reading: Scope of Practice
Reading: Chain of Command
Reading: Qualities of Home Health Aides & Personal Care Aides
Reading: Education & Training Requirements

已评分: Module 1 Quiz

第 3 周

Module 2 - Working Effectively with Home Care Clients

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

77 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Reading: Physical Needs
Reading: Safety and Security Needs
Reading: Need for Love and Belonging
Reading: Need for Self-Esteem
Reading: Need for Self-Actualization
Reading: Module 2 Breakout Activity 1
Reading: Culture
Reading: Race versus Culture
Reading: Ethnocentrism, Diversity, & Stereotypes
Reading: Self-Awareness
Reading: Cultural Awareness & Cultural Competence
Reading: Introduction to Cultures
Reading: African American
Reading: Asians
Reading: Latinos
Reading: Middle East
Reading: Introduction to Religions of the World
Reading: Agnostics and Atheists
Reading: Buddhism
Reading: Christianity
Reading: Hinduism
Reading: Islam
Reading: Judaism
Reading: Introduction to Family & Diversity
Reading: Supporting Family Members
Reading: Communication
Reading: Types of Communication
Reading: Types of Communication - Summary
Reading: Language Barriers
Reading: Hearing Impairment
Reading: Visual Impairment
Reading: Aphasia/Speech Impairment
Reading: Cognitive Impairment
Reading: Yes/No Questions
Reading: Asking "Why?"
Reading: Use of Cliches
Reading: Introduction to Active Listening
Reading: How to Be a Good Listener - Part 1
Reading: How to Be a Good Listener - Part 2
Reading: How to Be a Good Listener - Part 3
Reading: Module 2 Breakout Activity 10
Reading: Introduction to Therapeutic Relationship
Reading: How to Establish a Therapeutic Relationship - Part 1
Reading: How to Establish a Therapeutic Relationship - Part 2
Reading: How to Establish a Therapeutic Relationship - Part 3
Reading: Terminating the Relationship
Reading: Self Check for Boundaries
Reading: Module 2 Breakout Activity 11
Reading: Introduction to Documentation
Reading: Use of Your Senses
Reading: What Information to Include in Documentation
Reading: How to Complete Documentation
Reading: Confidentiality
Reading: Sample Documentation
Reading: Introduction to Communicating on the Telephone
Reading: Sample Phone Call
Reading: Sample Phone Message
Reading: Introduction to Patient's Rights
Reading: Physical Abuse
Reading: Emotional Abuse
Reading: Financial Abuse
Reading: Sexual Abuse
Reading: Domestic violence
Reading: Neglect
Reading: Reporting Abuse & Neglect
Reading: Introduction to Patient's Rights
Reading: Patient's Responsibilities
Reading: How a Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide Support a Patient's Rights
Reading: Introduction to Advanced Directives
Reading: Living Wills
Reading: Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care (Health Care Proxy)
Reading: Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR)
Reading: Confidentiality
Reading: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Reading: Legal Ramifications for HIPAA Violations

已评分: Module 2 Quiz

第 4 周

Module 3 - Working with the Elderly

Working with the Elderly

28 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: Aging and the Individual
Reading: Social Factors & Aging
Reading: Observing & Reporting Changes
Reading: Confidentiality
Reading: Module 3 Breakout Activity 4
Reading: Attitudes Toward Aging
Reading: Myths of Aging
Reading: Introduction
Reading: Immune System
Reading: Respiratory System
Reading: Cardiovascular System
Reading: Integumentary (Skin) System
Reading: Musculoskeletal System
Reading: Range of Motion Movements
Reading: Sensory System
Reading: Digestive System
Reading: Urinary System
Reading: Endocrine System
Reading: Neurological System
Reading: Female Reproductive System
Reading: Male Reproductive System
Reading: Introduction to Aging & the Mind
Reading: Working with Patients Who Have Had a Stroke
Reading: Working with Patients with Alzheimer's Disease
Reading: Working with Patients with Parkinson's Disease
Reading: Introduction to Stress
Reading: How to Help a Patient Effectively Manage Stress

已评分: Module 3 Quiz

第 5 周

Module 4 - Working with Children

Working with Children

33 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction to Working with Children
Reading: Why Children May Need Home Care - Part 1
Reading: Why Children May Need Home Care - Part 2
Reading: Why Children May Need Home Care - Part 3
Reading: Introduction to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Applied to Children
Reading: Physical Needs
Reading: Safety and Security Needs
Reading: Need for Love and Belonging
Reading: Need for Self-Esteem
Reading: Need for Self-Actualization
Reading: Introduction to Child Growth and Development
Reading: Sensorimotor Stage (birth to 2 years)
Reading: Preoperational Stage (2 to 7 years)
Reading: Concrete Operational Stage (7 to 11 years)
Reading: Formal Operational Stage (11 years to adulthood)
Reading: Module 4 Breakout Activity 3
Reading: Infancy: Birth to 12 months
Reading: Toddler: 1-3 years
Reading: Preschool: 3-6 years
Reading: School Age: 6-11 or 12 years
Reading: Adolescent: 11 years to 19 years
Reading: Types of Families
Reading: Guidelines for Communicating with Children about Divorce
Reading: Styles of Parenting
Reading: Socioeconomic Status
Reading: Domestic Violence
Reading: Module 4 Breakout Activity 10
Reading: Special Issues of Families: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Issues
Reading: Signs of Substance Abuse
Reading: Signs of Mental Illness
Reading: Stress
Reading: How to Help Children Cope with Stress
Reading: Working Effectively to Strengthen Families

已评分: Module 4 Quiz

第 6 周

Module 5 - Working with People Who Are Mentally Ill

Working with People Who Are Mentally Ill

20 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: What is Mental Health?
Reading: Positive Coping Skills
Reading: Negative Coping Skills
Reading: Module 5 Breakout Activity 1
Reading: Defense Mechanisms
Reading: Unhealthy Coping Behaviors
Reading: What is Mental Illness?
Reading: Physical Factors
Reading: Environmental Factors
Reading: Genetic Factors
Reading: Stress Factors
Reading: Anxiety
Reading: Depression
Reading: Schizophrenia
Reading: Treating Mental Illness
Reading: Module 5 Breakout Activity 6
Reading: Guidelines for Observing Behavior
Reading: Role of the HHA/PHA with Mentally Ill Patients and their Families
Reading: Maintain Safety

已评分: Module 5 Quiz

第 7 周

Module 6 - Working with People with Developmental Disabilities

Working with People with Developmental Disabilities

32 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: What is a Developmental Disability?
Reading: How Does Having a Developmental Disability Affect Normal Development?
Reading: Self-Care & Movement
Reading: Financial Independence & Self-direction
Reading: Communication & Social Situations
Reading: Coping
Reading: Types of Developmental Disabilities
Reading: Intellectual Disabilities
Reading: Cerebral Palsy
Reading: Autism
Reading: Neurologic Impairment
Reading: Multiple Disabilities
Reading: Effects of Developmental Disabilities on Growth and Development
Reading: Causes of Developmental Disabilities
Reading: How is a Developmental Disability Different from Mental Illness?
Reading: Developmental Disabilities at Home
Reading: Module 6 Breakout Activity 6
Reading: Caring for a Child with a Developmental Disability
Reading: Caring for an Adult with a Developmental Disability
Reading: Expectations and Attitudes
Reading: Address the Person, Not the Disability
Reading: Focus on Independence, Productivity, and Integration
Reading: Promote Self-Determination and Community Participation
Reading: Care Needs
Reading: Physical Needs
Reading: Safety and Security Needs
Reading: Love and Belonging Needs
Reading: Self-Esteem and Self-Actualization Needs
Reading: Module 6 Breakout Activity 10
Reading: Role of the Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide
Reading: Performance Standards

已评分: Module 6 Quiz

第 8 周

Module 7 - Working with People with Physical Disabilities

Working with People with Physical Disabilities

13 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: What is a Physical Disability?
Reading: Causes of Physical Disabilities
Reading: Module 7 Breakout Activity 1
Reading: Permanent versus Temporary Disabilities
Reading: Unique Attributes of Physical Disabilities
Reading: Impact of a Physical Disability on Quality of Life
Reading: Promoting Self-care and Independence
Reading: Maintenance of Dignity and Self-Worth
Reading: Preservation of Normal Life Style
Reading: Role of the Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide
Reading: Social, Cultural and Environmental Influences in Caring for People with Disabilities
Reading: Situations in Which People with Physical Disabilities May Require Home Care

已评分: Module 7 Quiz

第 9 周

Module 8 - Food, Nutrition, and Meal Preparation

1 视频, 53 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: The Major Nutrients
Reading: Protein
Reading: Carbohydrates
Reading: Fats
Reading: Vitamins
Reading: Minerals
Reading: Water
Reading: Nutrients Work Together
Reading: Module 8 Breakout Activity 2
Reading: Well-balanced Diet
Reading: Milk Group
Reading: Protein Foods Group
Reading: Fruit Group
Reading: Vegetable Group
Reading: Grain Group
Reading: Oils
Reading: Using ChooseMyPlate in Meal Planning
Reading: Dietary Guidelines
Reading: Cost of Food
Reading: Food Preparation
视频: VIDEO - Food Preparation & Blender Use
Reading: Patient Involvement
Reading: Available Cooking Equipment
Reading: Serve Quality Food
Reading: Serving Meals
Reading: Food Appearance, Texture, and Portion Size
Reading: How to Save on Food Costs
Reading: Module 8 Breakout Activity 6
Reading: Food Storage
Reading: Safe Food Handling
Reading: Module 8 Breakout Activity 8
Reading: Safe Microwave Defrosting and Cooking
Reading: Safe Cooking Temperatures
Reading: Food Money Procedures
Reading: Being Specific When it Comes to the Diet
Reading: The Meaning of "High" and "Low" Diet Orders
Reading: Decreasing the Intake of Certain Foods
Reading: Increasing the Intake of Certain Foods
Reading: Types of Modified Diets
Reading: Low Sodium/Low Salt Diets
Reading: Fluid-Restricted Diets
Reading: High and Low Potassium Diets
Reading: Low Fat/Low Cholesterol Diets
Reading: Bland Diets
Reading: Gluten-Free Diet
Reading: Vegetarian Diet
Reading: Liquid Diets
Reading: Soft Diets
Reading: Mechanically Altered Diets
Reading: Mechanical Soft Diet
Reading: Pureed Diet
Reading: Provide Nutritious and Attractive Mechanically Altered Food
Reading: Follow Safe Food Preparation and Storage Guidelines

已评分: Module 8 Quiz

第 10 周

Module 9 - Family Spending and Budgeting

13 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: The Role of the Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide in Family Spending & Budgeting
Reading: Module 9 Breakout Activity 1
Reading: Income
Reading: Debt & Stress
Reading: Daily Expense Tracker
Reading: Planning a Budget
Reading: Determining Expenses
Reading: Determining Income
Reading: Introduction
Reading: How to Save on Grocery Costs
Reading: How to Save on Household Costs
Reading: How to Save on Energy Costs

已评分: Module 9 Quiz

第 11 周

Module 10 - Care of the Home and Personal Belongings

2 视频, 18 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: Introduction
Reading: Introduction
Reading: Introduction
Reading: Time Management
Reading: The ABC Method
Reading: The 1-10 Method
Reading: Tips for Efficient Use of Time
Reading: Module 10 Breakout Activity 4
Reading: Infection Control
Reading: Basic Supplies and Equipment Needed
视频: VIDEO - Household Cleaning Supplies
Reading: Safety Tips for Home Health Aides/Personal Care Aides Using Equipment and Supplies
视频: VIDEO - Vacuuming
Reading: Kitchen Cleaning Tasks
Reading: Bathroom Cleaning Tasks
Reading: Living Room Cleaning Tasks
Reading: Bedroom Cleaning Tasks
Reading: Washing Floors
Reading: Laundry

已评分: Module 10 Quiz

第 12 周

Module 11 - Safety and Injury Prevention

29 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: Introduction
Reading: Falls
Reading: Burns
Reading: Cuts
Reading: Poisoning
Reading: Choking
Reading: Contributing Factors to Injuries
Reading: Where Household Injuries Commonly Occur
Reading: Role of the Home Care Worker in Injury Prevention
Reading: Fire Safety
Reading: Personal Safety
Reading: Pets
Reading: Transportation Safety
Reading: Introduction
Reading: First Aid Techniques for Falls
Reading: First Aid Techniques for Bruises
Reading: First Aid Techniques for Cuts and Scrapes
Reading: First Aid Techniques for Dizziness/Fainting
Reading: First Aid Techniques for Burns
Reading: Module 11 Breakout Activity 13
Reading: First Aid Techniques for Choking
Reading: First Aid Techniques for Poisoning
Reading: What to do in Serious Medical Emergencies
Reading: Assessing the ABCs
Reading: Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)
Reading: Seizures
Reading: Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke)
Reading: Module 11 Breakout Activity 15

已评分: Module 11 Quiz

第 13 周

Module 12 - Personal Care

28 视频, 72 阅读材料

Reading: Introduction
Reading: Introduction to Infection Control
Reading: Procedure - Handwashing
Reading: Use of Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer
视频: VIDEO - Hand Washing
Reading: Procedure - Donning & Removing Gloves
视频: VIDEO - Donning and Removing Gloves
Reading: Introduction to Bathing, Back Rubs & Assisting with a Clean Dressing
Reading: Procedure - Tub or Shower Bath
Reading: Procedure - Bed Bath
视频: VIDEO - Bed Bath
Reading: Procedure - Shampoo in Bed
视频: VIDEO - Washing Hair in Bed
Reading: Procedure - Back Rub
Reading: Procedure - Assisting with Changing a Clean (Non-sterile) Dressing
视频: VIDEO - Assisting with Changing a Clean Dressing
Reading: Introduction to Mouth Hygiene
Reading: Procedure - Patients Who Can Brush Their Own Teeth or Need Some Assistance
视频: VIDEO - Assisting with Mouth Hygiene
Reading: Procedure - Patients Who are Unable to Perform Mouth Hygiene Independently, such as an Unconscious Patient
Reading: Procedure - Denture Care
视频: VIDEO - Denture Care
Reading: Procedure - Flossing
视频: VIDEO - Mouth Care for the Unconscious Patient
Reading: Introduction to Dressing and Grooming
Reading: Procedure - Assisting with Dressing
Reading: Procedure - Assisting with Dressing for Patients Who are Weak, Frail, or Paralyzed
Reading: Procedure - Assisting with the use of Elastic Support Stockings
视频: VIDEO - Applying Elastic Compression Stockings
Reading: Nail Care
Reading: Procedure - Hand Care
Reading: Procedure - Foot Care
Reading: Procedure - Shaving the Patient
视频: VIDEO - Shaving a Patient
Reading: Introduction to Assisting with Elimination
Reading: Procedure - Use of a Bed Pan
视频: VIDEO - Changing a Bedpan
Reading: Procedure - Use of a Urinal
视频: VIDEO - Use of a Urinal
Reading: Procedure - Assisting with the Use of a Condom Catheter
视频: VIDEO - Applying a Condom Catheter
Reading: Procedure - Assisting with Cleaning the Skin and Catheter Tubing
视频: VIDEO - Cleaning Catheter Tubing
Reading: Procedure - Assisting with Emptying of the Urinary Drainage Bag
视频: VIDEO - Applying an Incontinence Product
Reading: Procedure - Measuring Urinary Output
视频: VIDEO - Measuring Output
Reading: Introduction to Assisting with Eating
Reading: Procedure - Assisting with Eating
Reading: Procedure - Measuring Intake
视频: VIDEO - Measuring Intake
视频: VIDEO - Assisting with Eating
Reading: Procedure: Proper Body Mechanics
视频: VIDEO - Proper Body Mechanics
Reading: Procedure: Standing
Reading: Procedure: Lifting
Reading: Procedure: Using Proper Working Height
Reading: Overview: Turning and Positioning the Patient
Reading: Procedure: Turning the Patient in Bed
视频: VIDEO - Turning the Patient in Bed
Reading: Procedure: Positioning the Patient
视频: VIDEO - Positioning a Patient on Their Side
Reading: Overview: Assisting Patients to Transfer to and from Different Positions
Reading: Procedure: Transfer to the Sitting Position in Bed
Reading: Procedure: Helping the Patient to Sit at the Side of the Bed
视频: VIDEO - Lifting a Patient in Bed
Reading: Procedure: Helping a Patient to Stand
Reading: Procedure: Helping the Patient to Ambulate (Walk)
Reading: Procedure: Transfer to a Wheelchair, Chair, or Commode
视频: VIDEO - Transfer to a Wheelchair
Reading: Procedure: Positioning Patient in Chair or Wheelchair
Reading: Procedure: Transfer from Wheelchair to Toilet
Reading: Procedure: Transfer from Wheelchair to Shower and Assisting with Shower
Reading: Procedure: Transfer from Wheelchair to Stool or Chair in Tub
视频: VIDEO - Transfer from a Wheelchair to the Shower
Reading: Introduction to The Patient's Environment
Reading: Procedure: Making an Unoccupied Bed
Reading: Procedure: Making an Occupied Bed
视频: VIDEO - Making an Occupied Bed
Reading: Introduction to Special Equipment used by Home Care Patients
Reading: Procedure: Weighing a Patient
Reading: Procedure: Assisting with the Use of a Hydraulic Lift
Reading: Procedure: Slide Board Transfer
Reading: Procedure: Handling the Infant
Reading: Procedure: Picking up the Infant
视频: VIDEO - Picking up the Infant
Reading: Positioning the Infant for Feeding & Feeding the Infant
视频: VIDEO - Feeding an Infant
Reading: Burping a Baby
Reading: Changing a Diaper
Reading: Documenting the Baby's Intake and Output
Reading: Procedure: Infant Bath
视频: VIDEO - Bathing an Infant
Reading: Introduction to Assisting with Self-administration of Medication
Reading: Procedure: Checking the Right Person (Patient)
Reading: Procedure: Checking the Right Medication
Reading: Procedure: Checking the Right Dose
Reading: Procedure: Checking the Right Time
Reading: Procedure: Checking the Right Route
Reading: End of Course Survey

已评分: Module 12 Quiz

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Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

Foundations for Assisting in Home Care