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MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC
Amy Shortall-Cardillo is the director of compliance and education at Concordia Community Support Services in Cabot, Pennsylvania. In this role, she is responsible for the quality, compliance, and education programs for multiple home health, hospice, and private duty agencies. Amy ensures that each agency is working effectively toward achieving agency goals in accordance with the organization's philosophy, policies, mission, and vision.
Amy has been a registered nurse since 1998, when she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Amy received her Master of Science in Nursing Executive Leadership degree from Purdue University Global in 2018. Her clinical background includes a wide range of nursing experience, including pediatrics, cardiology, transplant, trauma, vascular surgery, bariatric surgery, home health, hospice, virtual care management, leadership, and quality assurance and performance improvement. She also has vast experience in creating and implementing training and orientation programs for various entities that meet regulatory requirements for nurses, aides, and therapists.
Courses with Amy Shortall-Cardillo
Browse Course CatalogSpecimen Collection—Stool
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Specimen Collection—Stool
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Total Course Timing: 23 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for stool specimen collection.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for stool specimen collection.
Specimen Collection—Sputum
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Specimen Collection—Sputum
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Total Course Timing: 23 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for sputum specimen collection.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for sputum specimen collection.
Application of Hydrocolloid Dressing
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Application of Hydrocolloid Dressing
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the application of hydrocolloid dressing.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the application of hydrocolloid dressing.
Application of Hydrogel Dressing
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Application of Hydrogel Dressing
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the application of hydrogel dressing.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the application of hydrogel dressing.
Application of Transparent Dressing
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Application of Transparent Dressing
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Total Course Timing: 23 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the application of transparent dressing.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the application of transparent dressing.
Assessment—Weight Measurement
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Assessment—Weight Measurement
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for weight assessment.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for weight assessment.
Pulse Oximetry
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Pulse Oximetry
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for pulse oximetry.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for pulse oximetry.
Use of a Hoyer/Hydraulic Lift
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Use of a Hoyer/Hydraulic Lift
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the use of a Hoyer/hydraulic lift.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the use of a Hoyer/hydraulic lift.
Wound Care—Odor Management
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Wound Care—Odor Management
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for odor management in wound care.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for odor management in wound care.
Specimen Collection—Urine
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Specimen Collection—Urine
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Total Course Timing: 27 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for nose and throat specimen collection.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for nose and throat specimen collection.
Blood and Body Fluid Spills
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Blood and Body Fluid Spills
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Total Course Timing: 23 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for blood and body fluid spills.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for blood and body fluid spills.
Assessment of Home Safety for Patient and Family
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Assessment of Home Safety for Patient and Family
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the assessment of patient and family home safety.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for the assessment of patient and family home safety.
Home Safety for Staff
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Home Safety for Staff
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Total Course Timing: 28 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for home safety for staff.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for home safety for staff.
Medical Equipment—Cleaning and Disinfecting
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Medical Equipment—Cleaning and Disinfecting
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for cleaning and disinfecting medical equipment.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for cleaning and disinfecting medical equipment.
Specimen Collection—Wound Culture Collection
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Specimen Collection—Wound Culture Collection
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Total Course Timing: 24 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for wound culture collection.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for wound culture collection.
Specimen Collection—Nose and Throat
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Specimen Collection—Nose and Throat
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Total Course Timing: 25 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for nose and throat specimen collection.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for nose and throat specimen collection.
Blood Pressure Measurement Education—Upper and Lower Extremity
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Blood Pressure Measurement Education—Upper and Lower Extremity
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Total Course Timing: 28 Minutes
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for blood pressure measurement of the upper and lower extremities.
This course will cover the proper procedure as well as patient education, documentation guidelines, and care considerations for blood pressure measurement of the upper and lower extremities.
Vital Signs: Respiratory Rate
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Vital Signs: Respiratory Rate
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Video Runtime: 3 Minutes
Respiratory rate is a fundamental vital sign skill that is used to monitor various conditions being addressed in home healthcare. This is an assessment of breathing status that includes observations of the rate, depth, and pattern of breathing of the patient.
In this training, we'll review the equipment and procedures for assessing a patient's respiratory rate. This course includes
o Video demonstrations of procedures
o Downloadable procedure guide PDFs
o Tips and best practices for performing these procedures in the home
It is important to observe both inspiration, or breathing air into the body, and expiration, pushing old air out of the body. This skill applies to all home health staff, including nurses, aides, and therapists.
Respiratory rate is a fundamental vital sign skill that is used to monitor various conditions being addressed in home healthcare. This is an assessment of breathing status that includes observations of the rate, depth, and pattern of breathing of the patient.
In this training, we'll review the equipment and procedures for assessing a patient's respiratory rate. This course includes
o Video demonstrations of procedures
o Downloadable procedure guide PDFs
o Tips and best practices for performing these procedures in the home
It is important to observe both inspiration, or breathing air into the body, and expiration, pushing old air out of the body. This skill applies to all home health staff, including nurses, aides, and therapists.
Vital Signs: Pulses
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Vital Signs: Pulses
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Video Runtime: 2 Minutes
Pulse rate is a fundamental vital sign that is used to monitor various conditions being addressed in home healthcare. Knowing how to measure the pulse and recognize when the pulse rate is outside acceptable parameters or does not have a regular rhythm is an important skill to master. In this training, we'll review the equipment and procedures for checking a patient's pulse. This course includes
o Video demonstrations of procedures
o Downloadable procedure guide PDFs
o Tips and best practices for performing these procedures
The pulse measurement is an assessment of the heart rate (how fast or slow the heart is beating) and the rhythm. This skill applies to all home health staff, including nurses, aides, and therapists. Checking the patient's pulse is necessary for most home health patients, and aides will perform this assessment when it is listed on the aide's plan of care.
Pulse rate is a fundamental vital sign that is used to monitor various conditions being addressed in home healthcare. Knowing how to measure the pulse and recognize when the pulse rate is outside acceptable parameters or does not have a regular rhythm is an important skill to master. In this training, we'll review the equipment and procedures for checking a patient's pulse. This course includes
o Video demonstrations of procedures
o Downloadable procedure guide PDFs
o Tips and best practices for performing these procedures
The pulse measurement is an assessment of the heart rate (how fast or slow the heart is beating) and the rhythm. This skill applies to all home health staff, including nurses, aides, and therapists. Checking the patient's pulse is necessary for most home health patients, and aides will perform this assessment when it is listed on the aide's plan of care.
Vital Signs: Temperature
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC and Clinical Procedure Manual Review Board
Vital Signs: Temperature
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Video Runtime: 7 Minutes
Temperature is a fundamental vital sign that is used to monitor various conditions that can be addressed in home healthcare. Failure to obtain an accurate temperature can result in improper treatment. The purpose of measuring body temperature is to obtain an average temperature of the core body tissues. In this training, we'll review the equipment and procedures for assessing patient temperature. This course includes
o Video demonstrations of procedures
o Downloadable procedure guide PDFs
o Tips and best practices for performing this procedure
This skill applies to all home health staff, including nurses, aides, and therapists. It is necessary for most home health patients, and aides will perform this assessment when it is listed on the aide's plan of care.
Temperature is a fundamental vital sign that is used to monitor various conditions that can be addressed in home healthcare. Failure to obtain an accurate temperature can result in improper treatment. The purpose of measuring body temperature is to obtain an average temperature of the core body tissues. In this training, we'll review the equipment and procedures for assessing patient temperature. This course includes
o Video demonstrations of procedures
o Downloadable procedure guide PDFs
o Tips and best practices for performing this procedure
This skill applies to all home health staff, including nurses, aides, and therapists. It is necessary for most home health patients, and aides will perform this assessment when it is listed on the aide's plan of care.
Aide Skills: Tub Bath and Shampooing
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Aide Skills: Tub Bath and Shampooing
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Video Runtime: 7 Minutes
Skin functions as a barrier against harmful components and dehydration of the body. Bathing is an important task that protects the skin. Bathing and shampooing hair remove sweat, oil, dirt, and bacteria from the patient's skin and hair; stimulate circulation; and provide patients with a refreshed and relaxed feeling. Bathing also provides an opportunity to assess the patient's skin condition and any abnormalities. There are multiple methods in which a patient can be bathed, including bed bath, tub bath, sponge bath, and showering. The method used is based on the patient's ability and the written plan of care. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic techniques of proper bathing and shampooing hair in the tub.
Skin functions as a barrier against harmful components and dehydration of the body. Bathing is an important task that protects the skin. Bathing and shampooing hair remove sweat, oil, dirt, and bacteria from the patient's skin and hair; stimulate circulation; and provide patients with a refreshed and relaxed feeling. Bathing also provides an opportunity to assess the patient's skin condition and any abnormalities. There are multiple methods in which a patient can be bathed, including bed bath, tub bath, sponge bath, and showering. The method used is based on the patient's ability and the written plan of care. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic techniques of proper bathing and shampooing hair in the tub.
Aide Skills: Sponge Bath and Shampooing
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC
Aide Skills: Sponge Bath and Shampooing
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Video Runtime: 6 Minutes
Skin functions as a barrier against harmful components and dehydration of the body. Bathing is an important task that protects the skin. Bathing and shampooing hair remove sweat, oil, dirt, and bacteria from the patient's skin and hair; stimulate circulation; and provide patients with a refreshed and relaxed feeling. Bathing also provides an opportunity to assess the patient's skin condition and any abnormalities. There are multiple methods in which a patient can be bathed, including bed bath, tub bath, sponge bath, and showering. The method used is based on the patient's ability and the written plan of care. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic techniques of proper sponge bathing and shampooing hair.
Skin functions as a barrier against harmful components and dehydration of the body. Bathing is an important task that protects the skin. Bathing and shampooing hair remove sweat, oil, dirt, and bacteria from the patient's skin and hair; stimulate circulation; and provide patients with a refreshed and relaxed feeling. Bathing also provides an opportunity to assess the patient's skin condition and any abnormalities. There are multiple methods in which a patient can be bathed, including bed bath, tub bath, sponge bath, and showering. The method used is based on the patient's ability and the written plan of care. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic techniques of proper sponge bathing and shampooing hair.
Aide Skills: Shower and Shampooing
Presented by Amy Shortall-Cardillo, MSN, RN, COS-C, WCC
Aide Skills: Shower and Shampooing
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Video Runtime: 8 Minutes
Skin functions as a barrier against harmful components and dehydration of the body. Bathing is an important task that protects the skin. Bathing and shampooing hair remove sweat, oil, dirt, and bacteria from the patient's skin and hair; stimulate circulation; and provide patients with a refreshed and relaxed feeling. Bathing also provides an opportunity to assess the patient's skin condition and any abnormalities. There are multiple methods in which a patient can be bathed, including bed bath, tub bath, sponge bath, and showering. The method used is based on the patient's ability and the written plan of care. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic techniques of proper bathing and shampooing hair in the shower.
Skin functions as a barrier against harmful components and dehydration of the body. Bathing is an important task that protects the skin. Bathing and shampooing hair remove sweat, oil, dirt, and bacteria from the patient's skin and hair; stimulate circulation; and provide patients with a refreshed and relaxed feeling. Bathing also provides an opportunity to assess the patient's skin condition and any abnormalities. There are multiple methods in which a patient can be bathed, including bed bath, tub bath, sponge bath, and showering. The method used is based on the patient's ability and the written plan of care. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic techniques of proper bathing and shampooing hair in the shower.
Aide Skills: Oral Hygiene
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Aide Skills: Oral Hygiene
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Video Runtime: 7 Minutes
Effective and routine oral care is necessary for maintaining the health of a patient's mouth as well as their overall health. Oral hygiene is preventive care and is linked to the health of the whole body. Training is essential in the oral hygiene tasks of assessing the mouth, brushing the teeth and dentures, flossing, rinsing, and using mouthwash. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic concepts of proper oral hygiene and review the proper techniques for providing oral care to patients in home health.
Effective and routine oral care is necessary for maintaining the health of a patient's mouth as well as their overall health. Oral hygiene is preventive care and is linked to the health of the whole body. Training is essential in the oral hygiene tasks of assessing the mouth, brushing the teeth and dentures, flossing, rinsing, and using mouthwash. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic concepts of proper oral hygiene and review the proper techniques for providing oral care to patients in home health.
Aide Skills: Nail and Skin Care
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Aide Skills: Nail and Skin Care
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Video Runtime: 6 Minutes
Nail and skin care should be a part of a patient's daily hygiene routine, and nail and skin assessment should be performed with the bath. Special care should be taken to help prevent infection, odors, pain, or skin breakdown. One of the most important skills that any home health aide must have is the ability to help with special skin and nail care needs and report changes. Training is essential in tasks involving nail and skin care to monitor for issues or prevent further injury. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic concepts of proper nail and skin care for the home health patient.
Nail and skin care should be a part of a patient's daily hygiene routine, and nail and skin assessment should be performed with the bath. Special care should be taken to help prevent infection, odors, pain, or skin breakdown. One of the most important skills that any home health aide must have is the ability to help with special skin and nail care needs and report changes. Training is essential in tasks involving nail and skin care to monitor for issues or prevent further injury. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic concepts of proper nail and skin care for the home health patient.
Aide Skills: Communication
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Aide Skills: Communication
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Video Runtime: 14 Minutes
Efficient and effective communication with the patient, family, caregivers, and care team is paramount in safe patient care. Aides play a very important role in the care of patients and need to understand and apply therapeutic communication techniques to be effective communicators and build trust with patients and all those involved in patient care. This course will review therapeutic communication concepts, such as the cycle of communication, the components of communication, and the benefits of good communication. This course will also provide examples of proper therapeutic communication.
Efficient and effective communication with the patient, family, caregivers, and care team is paramount in safe patient care. Aides play a very important role in the care of patients and need to understand and apply therapeutic communication techniques to be effective communicators and build trust with patients and all those involved in patient care. This course will review therapeutic communication concepts, such as the cycle of communication, the components of communication, and the benefits of good communication. This course will also provide examples of proper therapeutic communication.
Aide Skills: Bed Bath and Shampooing
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Aide Skills: Bed Bath and Shampooing
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Video Runtime: 8 Minutes
Skin functions as a barrier against harmful components and dehydration of the body. Bathing is an important task that protects the skin. Bathing and shampooing hair remove sweat, oil, dirt, and bacteria from the patient's skin and hair; stimulate circulation; and provide patients with a refreshed and relaxed feeling. Bathing also provides an opportunity to assess the patient's skin condition and any abnormalities. There are multiple methods in which a patient can be bathed, including bed bath, tub bath, sponge bath, and showering. The method used is based on the patient's ability and the written plan of care. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic techniques for providing a bed bath and shampooing hair.
Skin functions as a barrier against harmful components and dehydration of the body. Bathing is an important task that protects the skin. Bathing and shampooing hair remove sweat, oil, dirt, and bacteria from the patient's skin and hair; stimulate circulation; and provide patients with a refreshed and relaxed feeling. Bathing also provides an opportunity to assess the patient's skin condition and any abnormalities. There are multiple methods in which a patient can be bathed, including bed bath, tub bath, sponge bath, and showering. The method used is based on the patient's ability and the written plan of care. This course will provide the home health aide with the basic techniques for providing a bed bath and shampooing hair.
Aide Skills: Toileting
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Aide Skills: Toileting
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Video Runtime: 10 Minutes
Elimination is the regulation, control, and removal of by-products and wastes from the body, including urine and feces. There can be issues with elimination, such as incontinence, constipation, or diarrhea. These can all lead to serious complications for the home health patient. Toileting is the act of urinating or eliminating feces. There are various methods of toileting, which include using a toilet, bedside commode, bedpan, urinal, or catheter. Knowing when and how to safely toilet a patient with one of these methods is important for the patient's safety.
Elimination is the regulation, control, and removal of by-products and wastes from the body, including urine and feces. There can be issues with elimination, such as incontinence, constipation, or diarrhea. These can all lead to serious complications for the home health patient. Toileting is the act of urinating or eliminating feces. There are various methods of toileting, which include using a toilet, bedside commode, bedpan, urinal, or catheter. Knowing when and how to safely toilet a patient with one of these methods is important for the patient's safety.
Aide Skills: Nutrition
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Aide Skills: Nutrition
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Video Runtime: 14 Minutes
Nutrition and adequate fluid intake are essential for health and well-being. For the older population, adequate food and drink can aid recovery from illness, surgery, and wounds. Good nutrition also helps older adults remain independent and strong and can reduce or prevent hospitalization. Nutrition is about a eating a healthy, balanced diet so that the body gets the nutrients it needs to sustain life. Many older patients do not have adequate nutrition or fluid intake. The role of the aide is to monitor patients for signs of nutritional issues and ensure that they have enough to eat and drink.
Nutrition and adequate fluid intake are essential for health and well-being. For the older population, adequate food and drink can aid recovery from illness, surgery, and wounds. Good nutrition also helps older adults remain independent and strong and can reduce or prevent hospitalization. Nutrition is about a eating a healthy, balanced diet so that the body gets the nutrients it needs to sustain life. Many older patients do not have adequate nutrition or fluid intake. The role of the aide is to monitor patients for signs of nutritional issues and ensure that they have enough to eat and drink.
Aide Skills: Changes in Skin
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Aide Skills: Changes in Skin
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Video Runtime: 7 Minutes
Skin is the largest organ of the body and has several critical functions. These functions help to maintain the health of the body, so maintaining skin integrity is of paramount importance. Skin integrity refers to skin health, and an issue with integrity may mean that skin is damaged, vulnerable to injury, or unable to heal normally. This course reviews the purpose of the skin, what skin issues can be found in the home health population, when and what to report in regard to skin integrity, and how to prevent further breakdown. Identifying skin issues, reporting them immediately, and helping to prevent further issues are important skills for the home health aide to master.
Skin is the largest organ of the body and has several critical functions. These functions help to maintain the health of the body, so maintaining skin integrity is of paramount importance. Skin integrity refers to skin health, and an issue with integrity may mean that skin is damaged, vulnerable to injury, or unable to heal normally. This course reviews the purpose of the skin, what skin issues can be found in the home health population, when and what to report in regard to skin integrity, and how to prevent further breakdown. Identifying skin issues, reporting them immediately, and helping to prevent further issues are important skills for the home health aide to master.
Aide Skills: Ambulation
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Aide Skills: Ambulation
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Video Runtime: 7 Minutes
Falls are a major source of injury for older patients in the home and are one of the top reasons older adults are admitted to hospitals. Fall prevention is key for the safety of home health patients. Ambulation is the act of walking, with or without an assistive device. There are various assistive devices and ambulation techniques to promote safety and a feeling of independence for home health patients. The aide must understand these supports and techniques and be able to apply them in their daily practice to keep their patients safe.
Falls are a major source of injury for older patients in the home and are one of the top reasons older adults are admitted to hospitals. Fall prevention is key for the safety of home health patients. Ambulation is the act of walking, with or without an assistive device. There are various assistive devices and ambulation techniques to promote safety and a feeling of independence for home health patients. The aide must understand these supports and techniques and be able to apply them in their daily practice to keep their patients safe.
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