Course Code: REL-PAC-0-RESRAL
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Discuss the rights of people cared for by your healthcare organization.
Identify steps you can take to protect the rights of those cared for by your healthcare organization.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: General Rights in all Healthcare Organizations
Healthy Environment
Safe Environment
Freedom From Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Restraints
Dignity and Respect
Access to Medical Treatment
Free From Discrimination
Decision-Making and Choice
Self-Determination
Privacy and Confidentiality
Informing People of Their Rights
Exercising Their Rights
Review
Summary
Section 3: Rights of Residents in Assisted Living Communities
State-Specific Rights
The Right to be Notified of Changes
The Right to Manage Finances
The Right to Voice Grievances
The Right to be Informed of Licensure Status
The Right to Work or Not Work
The Right to Privacy
The Right to Have Personal Possessions and Visitors
The Right to Participate in Activities
The Right to Share an Apartment with a Spouse
The Right to Self-Administer Medication
The Right to Refuse Transfer
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Kim Matthews, RN
Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998. Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management. Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Administration; All Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.