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
This program focuses on community-based seniors who are relatively healthy. It highlights diseases that have an underlying nutritional origin, and the physiologic changes of aging that can negatively
This course focuses on nutritional challenges for elders, particularly those at risk for malnutrition or who are ill. It presents factors that contribute to malnutrition, and discusses assessments inc
This training presents indicators that an older person is at risk for falling. It explores the common causes of falls -- dehydration, medications, urinary problems, impaired visual function, and poor
This segment discusses the growing problem of elder abuse. It describes the various types of abuse and details characteristics of abusers. Barriers to getting help, including social, cultural and medi
Using a question and answer format, this program explains the Food Guide Pyramid for Young Children and discusses the importance of fats, including whole milk, for children in the second year. Dental
Continuing with a question and answer format, this program discusses reasons for poor appetite including over-consumption of milk and juice. Self-regulation of appetite is illustrated, as is the impor
This training explores the Cluster B ? the "dramatic, emotional, or erratic" ? personality disorders. It examines each of these in depth, looking at their development, prevalence, symptoms, impact and
This course explores the Cluster C -the "anxious or fearful" - personality disorders. It examines each of these in depth, looking at their development, prevalence, symptoms, impact and treatment and u
This training briefly describes Erikson's first two psychosocial stages, then examines biological dispositions such as smiling, babbling, and following an adult's gaze. It discusses attachment, temper
It describes, using the seven-step method of EKG analysis, common sinus dysrhythmias--sinus arrhythmia, sinus bradycardia, sinus tachycardia, and sinus block; common atrial dysrhythmias-- premature at
This program begins by presenting the symptoms of major depressive disorder or MDD, and dysthymic disorder. It examines the epidemiology of MDD, focusing on various biological theories; interviews wit
This segment discusses the three primary phases of care: pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure, and discusses clinical competencies to safely care for patients receiving conscious sedatio
This program describes symptoms and characteristics of autism, screening using the CHAT test, and the importance of early intervention. Strategies for treating and educating young children with the di
This segment describes predominant symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder including inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity, and then discusses its epidemiology. Early identification
This segment explores the Cluster A ? the "odd or eccentric" ? personality disorders. It examines each of these in depth, looking at their development, prevalence, symptoms, impact and treatment. It a
This type of dialysis uses the body's own peritoneal membrane as an osmotic filter as dialysis fluid is infused directly into the abdominal cavity, and after a prescribed dwell time is drained, pullin
This program explains the components and processes of Hemodialysis, reviews common and/or serious complications, and discusses nursing responsibilities when caring for patients. Types of access sites
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 program examines the various physiologic differences on children that influence how medications are processed and utilized, and how these affect administration. It describes calculations of pedia
This training focuses on the actual administration of oral medications to infants and children. It delineates measures to reduce emotional trauma and increase compliance, It illustrates appropriate eq
This program discusses general principles to reduce emotional and physical pain from injections and to increase patient safety. It focuses on intramuscular injections, regarding needle length, needle
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 training discusses the ways in which children influence one another including modeling and reinforcement. It describes characteristics of popular, ignored, and rejected children. It gives general
This program describes alterations in body functions occurring with impaired mobility. Common problems such as muscular atrophy, fluid and electrolyte disturbances, disorder in blood clotting mechanis
This program describes general nursing measures, such as frequent position changes, to reduce pressure for patients in both bed and wheelchair. It illustrates more advanced techniques, such as "bridgi
This program defines play and discusses some of its functions including gross and fine motor development, cognitive development, creativity, socialization, self-awareness, and therapeutic value. It de
This program discusses the tasks which are crucial to a preschooler's emotional and social development. It describes Erikson's stages pertaining to preschool children, and Rene Spitz's stages of how c
This program explains range of joint motion and key terminology, featuring examples of joints, and illustrations of joint movements, implementation guidelines, and range of motion exercises.
This section discusses environmental factors in pregnancy that contribute to low birth weight and birth defects. It discusses preventable factors such as delaying birth until after adolescence, obtain
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
This piece focuses on the importance of solid leadership in the team process. It discusses the primary tasks of effective leaders and how these are central to setting the tone for teamwork. The progra
