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MDS 3.0 for CNAs- Part Two

megan — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:10:22 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

After finishing this inservice, you will be able to:

Describe the purpose of the "staff interview" and explain your responsibilities for participating in it.
Explain the purpose of the BIMS and state why it is the first step in every MDS 3.0 assessment.
List 4 items in the "staff assessment for mental status" for which you may be able to provide insight.
Give at least 2 examples each of observations that should be reported in reference to your resident's mood, behavior and pain.
Describe how you will assess personal preferences in residents who are non-verbal or have difficulty communicating.

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MDS 3.0 for CNAs- Part One

megan — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 13:46:39 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

After finishing this inservice, you will be able to:

Give a brief description of the MDS 3.0 and explain how the data is used.
Define and use common terminology associated with the MDS 3.0.
Explain your role in the MDS assessment and express why your input is so important.
Use designated "self-performance" and "support levels" to describe your resident's activities of daily living.
List four different ways to describe your resident's bowel and bladder continence.

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Building Trust & Confidence with Clients

megan — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:19:01 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

This lesson provides information on establishing a therapeutic relationship, using boundaries to enhance trust, and communicating to build trust. It discusses the personal traits that encourage trust between you and your clients and reveals common barriers that prevent a trusting relationship. You will learn the stages of a trusting relationship, how to build trust with family members and what to do when trust is broken. You will also gain some tips for building self-trust--a crucial trait for anyone in the nursing field!

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Caring for Clients After Orthopedic Surgery

megan — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:58:02 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

A great review for any CNA who works with orthopedic clients. Covers hip and knee replacement surgery and how you can help prevent complications and enhance rehabilitation. Also includes information on neck and spine surgery, amputations and post-surgical pain management. You will review fall prevention, exercising after orthopedic surgery and orthopedic precautions for each area of the body.

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The Role of Humor in Healing

megan — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 14:48:29 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

This inservice defines therapeutic humor and discusses the use of humor to promote healing. You will learn about the types of therapeutic humor, the benefits of laughter and how humor affects the immune system. Also included is information about how humor helps relieve stress, pain and the sadness that can come with illness. This topic also discusses humor between co-workers and cautions against hurtful humor!

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Recognizing & Reporting Abnormal Observations

megan — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:54:28 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

A great review for all nursing assistants, this inservice covers the "who, what, when and how" of reporting abnormal observations. Focuses on observing vital signs, pain, mental status, nutrition, elimination, skin and family relationships--and how to recognize abnormal findings.

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Winter Safety

megan — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:48:05 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

This inservice will provide you with an overview of winter weather terms, the dangers of hypothermia and frostbite, and tips for driving safely during winter weather. It also includes information on what to do if you are stranded on the road and how to keep clients safe during inclement weather.

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Working with Non-Compliant Clients

megan — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:15:31 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

An overview of the many reasons why clients may be non-compliant with their plans of care. Includes information on eight different causes of non-compliance, how patient rights come into play and what you can do to motivate your clients to adhere to their treatment plans. Covers scenarios for both home-based and facility-based care.

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How to Really Love Your Job

megan — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:09:12 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

This inservice provides information about motivation and plenty of tips to help you love your job. Includes thought-provoking and interactive sections on having a positive attitude, being passionate about work, learning new things every day, spreading joy at work, setting goals...and much more.

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Summer Safety Tips

megan — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:55:56 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

This inservice gives an overview of heat-related illnesses, including heat rash, heat edema, heat syncope, heat exhaustion and more. It provides information on summer weather terminology, the Heat Index and the UV Index. It also gives tips for helping clients deal with the heat (including some special tips for home health clients). And, for CNAs who depend on a car to get to work and/or clients' homes, there are tips on summer car care and summer driving safety. A perfect inservice to get you (and your clients) through the hot weather!

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Infection Control in Home Care

megan — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:07:34 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

A review of some of the common infection control challenges faced by home health aides. Includes information on disinfecting surfaces, doing laundry, "sharps" disposal, household pests and food safety. Provides dozens of tips for keeping clients' homes as germ-free as possible.

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Client Safety Tips

megan — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:44:20 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

An overview of client safety for both facilities and home care. Includes information on fall prevention, nosocomial infections, faulty equipment, pressure ulcer prevention, medication and food safety and much more! Provides you with many practical tips for promoting client safety. Helpful for meeting regulations!

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How to Prioritize Your Work

megan — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:31:09 -0400

One hour of inservice credit!

An overview of how setting and following priorities helps reduce stress and improve client care. Includes a review of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and discusses how it relates to setting priorities. Provides information on caring for difficult clients, setting goals and staying on focus throughout the work day.

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Understanding Pneumonia

megan — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:46:11 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

This inservice provides you with information about the various types of pneumonia, the difference between community and hospital based pneumonia and how to prevent the spread of this disease. It also covers pneumonia symptoms, treatment, recovery tips and more! A great topic to study during flu season!

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Understanding Common Vascular Conditions

megan — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:29:18 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

This inservice provides vital information about the vascular system and the most common vascular conditions, including DVT, aneurisms, PVD and varicose veins. It also covers the relationship between diabetes and vascular disease and how you can help your clients maintain optimum vascular health.

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Understanding Schizophrenia

megan — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:24:52 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

An overview of schizophrenia, including information about the types, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Gives tips on dealing with hallucinations, delusions and the side effects of antipsychotic drugs.

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Understanding MRSA

megan — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:21:22 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

A thorough review of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. This inservice includes information on the two types of MRSA; how the bacteria is transferred; the symptoms, care and treatment of MRSA; how to prevent its spread...and much, much more!

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Violence in the Workplace

megan — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:16:49 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

Did you know that half of all workplace violence victims are healthcare workers? This important inservice explains the types of workplace violence and why healthcare workers are most at risk. It also includes tips for handling aggressive people, what to do if you feel threatened or are threatened and how to stay safe both in healthcare facilities and in the community.

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Meal Time Tips

megan — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:07:38 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

This topic takes a step beyond our basic Nutrition & Hydration inservice. It discusses how aging affects appetite, how illness affects nutrition and the consequences of poor nutrition. Also included is information on the Food Pyramid for older adults, food labels, meal planning, keeping a food diary and much more!

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Home Care Safety Tips

megan — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:03:57 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

This inservice is filled with tip after tip for keeping both your clients and yourself safe in the home environment. It includes information about preventing falls, kitchen safety, bed and bath safety, fire safety and how to plan for disasters. It also reviews the National Patient Safety Goals. Great for every home health aide!

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Fluid & Electrolytes for CNAs

megan — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:59:47 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

An overview of fluid and electrolyte fundamentals, including a description of the most vital electrolytes and their role in keeping the body in balance. Reviews the importance of water balance within the body and how measuring intake and output relates to water balance. Covers the signs of dehydration and fluid and electrolyte challenges in certain client populations.

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Dealing with Family Members

megan — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:55:38 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

After completing this inservice, you will be able to:

Discuss how a family’s history impacts how they deal with a loved one’s illness.
Name at least four reasons why a client’s family members may be stressed.
Describe how you would deal with overwhelmed, absent, argumentative or grieving family members.
Discuss how children are affected when a loved one is ill.
Explain how HIPAA rules affect your communication with family members.

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Conflict in the Workplace

megan — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:57:35 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

A discussion of how conflict occurs in the workplace--and plenty of tips for how to deal with it! Includes information on the five approaches people take to conflict, step-by-step conflict resolution, the dangers of gossip and bullying in the workplace and how to deal with conflict with a supervisor and with clients. An important topic for any CNA!

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The CNA/Nurse Relationship

megan — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:49:47 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

This inservice provides insight into the relationship between nurses and CNAs. It includes information on delegation, assertive communication and mutual respect. It also includes tips on giving report, making the most of performance reviews and working together as a nursing team. An important topic for every CNA!

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Brain & Spinal Cord Injuries

megan — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:37:23 -0500

One hour of inservice credit!

An overview of how brain and spinal cord injuries can affect clients. Includes information about the nervous system, brain and spinal cord injuries, the emotional effects of TBIs and SCIs and the possible physical complications from neurological injuries. You will gain knowledge of these complex injuries-- and learn a number of tips for supporting your injured clients.

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