This section discusses some of the overall changes in children's behavior during the school-age years, including an increased ability to deal with frustration and a decline in impulsiveness. It illust
For many women, pregnancy is an uncomplicated nine months during which time they eagerly anticipate the birth of their baby; however, for some women, it can be a challenge. This series will focus on f
IV therapy is a major therapeutic intervention for patients in most acute and chronic care settings. This series is composed of three programs incorporating 10 separate modules that provide comprehens
This segment discusses physical and cognitive-behavioral modalities, with a review of complementary treatment regimens. Emphasis is placed on how these approaches are used for particular inpatient and
This program of nurses and clients sharing their real life experiences is intended to help healthcare providers recognize the warning signs leading to abuse of clients and the necessary steps to preve
This course describes techniques used in the assessment and management of pain for patient populations with special needs ? those who are cognitively impaired, deny or under-report pain, refuse pain r
For healthcare professionals, administering medications safely is one of the most important aspects of caring for the patient. This four-part series provides a thorough overview on how to give medicat
This program describes the various mechanisms used to make the diagnosis of autism or one of its related syndromes. It begins with recognition of the child with autistic behaviors and a description of
This program describes specific treatment modalities for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder including Applied Behavioral Analysis, Direct versus Intermediary Learning, Treatment and Education o
Mental retardation, a developmental disorder with many causes, both known and unknown, is described in this program using the criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fou
The diagnosis of mental retardation can be challenging. Like other developmental disorders, retardation can have symptoms that mimic other conditions. This program discusses ways in which the child is
Many healthcare providers are uncomfortable caring for children. Using real-time footage, this program demonstrates how to prepare patients in five age groups: infants, toddlers, pre-school, school-ag
This program focuses on three key ingredients of effective teams: a culture of trust and collaboration, a commitment to a common goal, and mutual accountability. It discusses the importance of team ev
This program will discuss two types of central venous catheters: those with external ports and those implanted beneath skin. The rational for the use of each type is explained using scenarios as well
This program provides a rapid demonstration of two common skills associated with the maintenance of a central venous access device: blood draws and dressing changes.
This program will discuss the chain of infection as well as some of the basic interventions that can be performed to protect patients and staff including the use of standard precautions and personal p
A brief overview of ECT is presented along with initial interviews with actual patients who have undergone ECT. A focus is placed on the agony and helplessness associated with severe episodes of depre
A brief overview of ECT is presented along with initial interviews with actual patients who have undergone ECT. A focus is placed on the agony and helplessness associated with severe episodes of depre
An historical perspective on the influence motion pictures had on ECT in the 1970s and 1980s is featured. In addition, there is information about artists and athletes who underwent this treatment and
