Home Health Aide On-the-go In-service

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

More, Laura, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Home health aides.

Preventive health services for older people.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (18 p.)

Place of Publication:

Beacon Health

Summary:

Home Health Aide On-the-Go In-service Vol 10, Issue 8, Falls Risk and PreventionOVERVIEWPreventing falls is a crucial part of a home health aide's job, as they are frequently with the patient in an ambulatory environment. The aide must be able to anticipate what situations might cause a fall, and what conditions the patient suffers from that might make a fall more likely. This in-service focuses on a necessary awareness of the risk factors for falls at home. Aides will learn methods to prevent falls, which includes recognizing elements in the home that may require modification or medical intervention.LESSON OBJECTIVESAfter completion of this program, the home health aide will be able to:List which diseases or conditions may cause falls in the elderlyList the risks of fallsExplain ways to prevent falls in the homeContents of this lesson:A clearly written fact sheetA 10-question post-test to measure understanding of the subject matterAn answer sheet with a place for the instructor's comments and signatureAn illustrative, homecare-specific case studySuggested supplemental learning activitiesAn attendance log and certificate of completion

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ISBN:

1-61569-070-0