Course Code: REL-PAC-0-FECC
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Describe the grief process for individuals' family members.
Apply best practices for the inclusion of family members in the care team.
Explain how the environment plays a role in individuals' well-being.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Understanding the Family’s Experience
Helping Families Cope: Maria’s Story
Family Response
Visiting
Revisiting Maria and Sammy
How to Help
The Burnout Factor
Review
Summary
Section 3: How You Can Help Families Cope
Validation Theory
Validation Therapy
Maria Is Admitted
Forming Family-Staff Partnerships
Review
Summary
Section 4: Creating a Sense of Calm
The Environment
Environmental Cues or Signals
Colors and Flooring
The Bedroom
Other Decor
A Consistent Environment
Update on Maria
Review
Summary
Section 5: Creating Therapeutic Environments
One Approach
A Unique Approach to Care
Maria Adjusts to Her New Environment
Small Steps for Positive Change
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
ReferencesInstructor: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN
Elizabeth Vaccaro earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Kean University. She has worked as a Multiple Sclerosis Nurse Educator. Elizabeth has worked in a variety of healthcare settings from the hospital to the pharmaceutical industry which has allowed her to have a great appreciation for all the challenges that span the healthcare field. She has practiced in the hospice setting for nine years in a variety of roles from Case Manager, Educator, and Director of both inpatient and home care hospice.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Administration; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.