Course Content
Chapter 1: Cholesterol and Triglycerides
Diseases and Medical Conditions
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What you will learn in this chapter
Cholesterol and Triglycerides
Definition of Triglycerides
Definition of Atherosclerosis
Cholesterol and Triglycerides
05:00
Chapter 2: Heart Attacks
Diseases and Medical Conditions
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What you will learn in this chapter
Risk Factors for Heart Attack
What To Do When You Think Somebody Is Having a Heart Attack
Video Lesson – CPR
04:41
Heart Attacks
Chapter 3: Blood Pressure
Diseases and Medical Conditions
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High Blood Pressure
Strokes
Blood Pressure and Strokes
Chapter 4: The Heart Continued; Other Heart Diseases
Diseases and Medical Conditions
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Endocarditis
Video Lesson – Brushing a patients teeth
09:51
Heart Valve Disease
Video Lesson – Exercising able-bodied patient
08:54
Video Lesson – Exercising bed-bound patient
06:57
The Heart Continued; Other Heart Diseases
Chapter 5: GI Disorders (Gastrointestinal Disorders)
Diseases and Medical Conditions
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What you will learn in this chapter
GI Tract
Stomach Ulcers
Nausea and Vomiting
Constipation
Appendicitis
Gallstones
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Anal Fissures
Pruritus Ani
Parasites
Haemorrhoids
Food Intolerances
Gluten Intolerance
GI Disorders (Gastrointestinal Disorders)
Chapter 6: Respiratory Conditions
Diseases and Medical Conditions
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The Respiratory System
The Common Cold
The Flu or Influenza
Sinus
Allergies
Important Notes on Medication
Pneumonia
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Respiratory Conditions
Chapter 7: Understanding Pain and The Management of Pain
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The Understanding of Pain
What to Do with a Complaint of Pain
Pain Medications
How May We Help Prevent Unnecessary Pain?
What is PRN Medication?
Understanding Pain and the Management of Pain
Chapter 8: Focussing On The Client
Client-Centred Care
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Ways in Which We May Improve on Client Care
Importance of Client Care
Focussing on the Client
Chapter 9: Mobility and Ambulation
Client-Centred Care
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What will you learn in this chapter
The Definition of Ambulation
The Definition of Mobility
Age and Mobility
Diseases
Ambulation
Video Lesson – Ambulation and mobility
06:57
Walkers and Canes
Video Lesson – Walker demonstration
08:24
Video Lesson – Walker Demonstration with a knee injury
08:07
Video Lesson – Cane demonstration
03:37
Asking the Correct Questions Before Ambulation or Transferring Your Client
Gait Belts
Video Lesson – Gait Belts and Their Application (transfers and ambulation)
03:52
Video Lesson – Gait Belt Demonstration
05:03
Video Lesson – Transferring Elderly Patient – Bed to Wheelchair; Wheelchair to Bed
14:34
Video Lesson – Transferring Non-Elderly Patient – Bed to Wheelchair; Wheelchair to Bed
11:36
Video Lesson – Transferring Patient from Wheelchair to Toilet and Back
06:09
Video Lesson – Transferring Patient From Wheelchair to Chair
03:45
Exercising
Video lesson – Exercising able-bodied patient
08:54
Video Lesson – Exercising bed-bound patient
06:57
Draw Sheets
Video Lesson – Drawsheets
07:24
Video Lesson – Moving a patient back to their pillow on their bed
02:09
Video Lesson – Moving Patient with Draw Sheets
02:40
General Notes on Staying Safe
Understanding Mobility and Ambulation
Chapter 10: Basic First Aid and CPR
Emergencies
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Meaning of Basic First Aid
First Aid for Different Emergencies
CPR
Video Lesson – CPR for adults, children and babies
04:41
Bleeding
Seizures
Broken Bones
Poisoning
Burns
Grazes
Choking
Shock
Hypothermia
Hyperthermia
Basic First Aid and CPR
Chapter 11: End of Life
Emergencies
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Death and Dying
Advance Directives
What To Do When Death Sets In
End of Life
Chapter 12: Nutrition and Diets
Nutrition and Feeding
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Different Diet Types
What is Considered the Most Effective Protein?
Explanation of The Food Pyramid
Staying Regular and Constipation
The Second Food Group on The List is Grains
The Last Food Group Has to Do with Healthy Fats
Calculation of Food from The Various Food Groups
Feeding the patient
Video Lesson – Feeding The Patient
10:09
Nutrition and Diets
Chapter 13: Fluids and Electrolytes
Nutrition and Feeding
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What will you learn in this chapter
Understanding Fluids
Understanding Electrolytes
Taking in Fluids and Losing Them
Oedema
How Do We Test for Oedema?
Dehydration
Hyponatremia
Hypernatremia
Electrolytes and Functions
Fluids and Electrolytes
Chapter 14: Vital Signs
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What will you learn in this chapter?
What are vitals?
Oxygen saturation
What is Haemoglobin?
Temperature
Heart Rate and Respiration
Blood Pressure
Video Lesson – Checking Patient Vitals
24:44
Vital signs
Chapter 15: Hygiene
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Hygiene and Personal Care
Video Lesson – Washing rules and demonstration
07:04
Washing a Baby
Hygiene of The Client
Bathroom Safety Equipment
Difficulties With Clients
Noting and Reporting
Video Lesson – Hand Washing
02:34
Video Lesson – Dressing a patient
11:04
Video Lesson – Brushing teeth
09:52
Video Lesson – Denture care
12:01
Video Lesson – Foot care
09:49
Video Lesson – Preparing for Caregiving
05:20
Video Lesson – Hand and Nail Care
09:53
Video Lesson – Mouth Inspection
04:28
Hygiene
Chapter 16: HAI Infections
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Definition of HAI infections
Video Lesson – Hand Washing
02:34
The Main 4 Causes of HAI Infections
Video lesson – Catheter Cleaning
20:58
Video Lesson – Catheter Bag – Emptying
07:07
Prevention of HAI Infections and Stopping the Spread of HAI Infections
HAI infections
Chapter 17: PPE or Personal Protective Equipment
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Pathogens and How They Are Spread
Different Types of PPE
The Difference Between Infectious and Contagious Diseases
Different Types of PPE (continued)
Video Lesson – Glove – the golden rules
02:23
Video Lesson – Gloves
05:44
PPE
Chapter 18: Medication and Medication Reminders
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The Golden Rule on Medication for a Caregiver or Assistant Nurse to Understand
Problems With Taking Medication
Terms of Medical Conditions Explained
Important Notes on All Medication Monitoring
Medication and Medication Reminders
Chapter 19: Medication Administration
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Legality Surrounding Medication Administration When You Are a Care Assistant
Legality Surrounding Medication Administration When You Are a Care Assistant
Chapter 20: Understanding Common Medications
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Classification of Medications
Medication for Cardiac Conditions
Diuretics
Statins for Cholesterol
Anti-coagulants
Asthma Medications
What are Adverse Drug Reactions?
Understanding Common Medications
Chapter 21: Medical terms
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The Understanding of The Foundation in Words
List of Common Medical Terms
Medical Terms
Chapter 22: Medical abbreviations
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Common Medical Abbreviations
Medical Specialities
Medical Abbreviations
Chapter 23: Human Anatomy
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What will you learn in this chapter
Body Systems
The Skeletal System
Respiratory System
Cardiovascular System
Lung
The Digestive System
The Nervous System
The Sensory System
The Immune System
Endocrine System
The Urinary System
The Reproductive Systems
How to Keep Our Body Systems Healthy
Human Anatomy
Chapter 24: Observing, documenting and reporting
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What is an Observation?
What is an Objective Observation?
How do you Observe Objectively?
What are Subjective Observations?
Documenting Observations
Reporting Observations
Observing, Documenting and Reporting
Chapter 25: Attention to detail
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Why Do We Often Lose the Ability to Pay Attention?
What Do We Have to Learn to Be Good with Details and Be Specific?
Memory
A Few Difficult Situations
Attention To Detail
Chapter 26: Ethics and professionalism
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What will you learn in this chapter
What is Work Ethic?
Work Always Has Problems Attached to It
What About Your Clients
Professionalism May Be Summed Up With Some Of These Skills
Ethics and Professionalism
Chapter 27: Communication
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What will you learn in this chapter
What is Communication
When Are Some Problems With Communication
How Will You Communicate Effectively With A Client
Communicating with Deaf People
What About People Who Cannot See
Clients who have Aphasia
What is Dysarthria
Clients With Dementia Or Alzheimer’s
What To Do When The Client That Speaks A Different Language
Understanding The Job of Speech Therapists
Final Tips For Communication
Communication
Chapter 28: Cognitively impaired clients
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Classification Of Cognitive Impairments
People with Dementia
Washing Up
Final Tips on Clients with Dementia
Cognitively Impaired Clients
Chapter 29: Caregiving
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Barrier Rules
Barrier Rules
Linen Rules
Video Lesson – Linen and Set Up Skills
05:20
Linen Rules
Washing Rules
Video Lesson – Washing Rules and Demonstration
07:04
Washing Rules
Urinary Drainage Bag
Bedridden Clients
Video Lesson – Bed Bath
21:17
Bedridden Clients
Video Lesson – Bed Pan Handling
14:23
Video Lesson – Bed-bound patient – turning
12:57
Video Lesson – Peri care
17:44
Video Lesson – Exercising Bed-Bound Patient
06:57
Video Lesson – Barrier Rules
05:25
Video Lesson – Catheter Bag – Emptying
07:07
Video Lesson – Catheter Bag – Cleaning
20:58
Video Lesson – Draw Sheets to Turn a Patient
07:24
Video Lesson – Moving a Patient Back to Their Pillow on Their Bed
02:09
Chapter 30: Perineal and Catheter care
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What Is the Number One Healthcare-Associated Infection in The World?
The Urinary System
The Route of Urine
Parts of the Urinary System and Changes
Illustrations for Reasons of Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infections
Types of Catheters
Understanding Incontinence Products
Tips
Video Lesson – Peri Care
05:13
Video Lesson – Peri Care Demonstration
17:44
Video Lesson – Catheter Bag – Cleaning
20:58
Video Lesson – Catheter Bag – Emptying
07:07
Perineal and Catheter Care
Chapter 31: Abuse
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The Definition of Abuse
Different Types of Abuse 
Examples of Abuse
What To Do If You Suspect Abuse?
Signs To Look Out for When You Suspect Abuse
Special Notes on Sexual Abuse
What Will Happen If You Do Not Report Abuse?
What Will Happen When You Report the Incident?
Abuse
Chapter 32: Neglect
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What will you learn in this chapter
The Definition of Neglect
The Different Types of Neglect Are Explained
Neglect Can Happen Anywhere
Abandonment
Living Conditions in a Home and Institution
Preventing Neglect and Abandonment
The Golden Rule to Remember with Your Duties
Additional Notes on Neglect to Remember
Neglect
Chapter 33: Confidentiality
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What Is the Meaning of Confidentiality?
What is Privacy?
Examples Of How Confidentiality Is Broken
The Consequences of Violating Confidentiality
Sharing The Responsibility of Caring for a Client with Your Co-Worker
Confidentiality Concerning Family Members and Friends
When Are You Not Required to Maintain Confidentiality
Confidentiality About Your Co-worker
The Golden Rule of Confidentiality
Confidentiality
Chapter 34: Your client’s dignity
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What Does Dignity Mean?  
What Does Dignity Mean for You as a Nurse in the Workplace?
How You Treat Clients Will Impact Your Reviews and Will Determine Your Future
Talking To Team Members About The Client
Global Rule on Dignity
When You Work with The Client What You Should Do
When You Cannot Get Along with a Person
Different Beliefs and Religions
Your Fellow Team Members
Your Dignity
Your Client’s Dignity
Chapter 35: Mental illness
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What will you learn in this chapter
The Definition of Mental Illness
Factors That May Influence Mental Health
Signs of Mental Illness
How Is Mental Illness Diagnosed?
How Will the Person Be Treated? 
Depression Types
What is Schizophrenia?
Other Mental Disorders: OCD, Phobias, Panic Attacks, Anxiety Disorders
When You Should Be on the Alert?
Notes to Take
What Will Your Role Be?
Final Notes
Mental Illness
Chapter 36: People who have intellectual difficulties or ID
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What will you be learning in this chapter
The Definition of Intellectual Difficulties
How Is the Term ID Established?
What A Person with an ID Will Demonstrate
The Difference Between Intellectual Disability and Developmental Disability
Causes Of Developmental Delay
The Levels of Intellectual Disability
Understanding Of Autism, Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)
The Role That You Will Play
Physical Challenges 
Social Behaviour and Interaction with Others
What You Must Know
People who have intellectual difficulties or ID
Chapter 37: Mechanical lift use and safety
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What you will learn in this chapter
When Will I Use a Mechanical Lift?
The Assistant Nurse and Moving a Patient
Body Mechanics When We Are Moving
Different Types of Lifts
Other Lifts
The Different Slings on the Lift
Preparation For Using the Lift
Points On the Lift to Inspect
How To Get the Client into the Lift
Mechanical lift use and safety
Chapter 38: Fire prevention and safety
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Fire Prevention and Safety
The Elements That Cause a Fire
Classification of Fires
Causes of Fire
Implementation of Fire Safety
What You Must Know About Fire Safety
What To Do Should a Fire Start
Types Of Fire Extinguishers
How To Use a Fire Extinguisher
Fire Prevention and Safety
Chapter 39: Biomedical waste
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What you will learn in this chapter
Classification Of Biomedical Waste
Sharps
Infectious Materials
PPE (personal protective clothing)
Waste That Can Cause Serious Health Issues
What You Must Know
Should You Be Contaminated by a Sharp
Cleaning Up a Spill
Tips
Video Lesson – Glove – the golden rules
02:23
Video Lesson – Glove Lesson
05:44
Video Lesson – Washing Hands
02:34
Biomedical Waste
Chapter 40: Washing hands
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What you will learn in this chapter
The Facts of Washing Hands
How Do We Spread Diseases
The Natural Bacteria That Live on Your Hands
How To Wash Your Hands
Hand Gels
Wearing Gloves
The Best Soap to Use
What You Should Remember
Video Lesson – Washing Hands
02:34
Washing hands
Final Exam
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Final Exam Notes
Assistant Nursing Course Final Exam
Assistant Nursing Course
About Lesson

Chapter Learning Duration: 20 minutes

 

Ethics and professionalism

 

What will you learn in this chapter

  • What is work ethic?
  • What is professionalism?
  • Combine work ethic with professionalism
  • Attitude towards your work
  • What about the people that I work with
  • What about the clients
  • The summary of professionalism
  • Final notes

 

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