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Concepts of Infection Control
All individuals who provide care to people in the healthcare environment are exposed to a variety of sources of infection. It is important for all employees in this environment to have a basic understanding of the concepts of infection. Staff members must work together to prevent the spread of infection to patients, visitors, and other personnel.  Infections can be exceptionally harmful to individuals with chronic diseases or to those who are very young or very old. This course will help unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) better understand infection risks and take the necessary precautions. It outlines the chain of infection and the role of microorganisms as sources of infection. The course also describes universal and isolation precautions, proper hand washing techniques, personal protection and sterile techniques, and OSHA's blood-borne pathogen standard. (77 minutes)
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Safety
Safety has been identified as a basic human need. Yet, safety hazards exist in all healthcare settings.  Patients can be injured through accidents and incidents that are often preventable, such as fires and oxygen accidents. Other factors affecting patient safety include the patient's illness or injury, age, mental status, and potential for falls. Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) must recognize hazards within the healthcare setting, potential for injury, and preventive measures to minimize patient injury. This course outlines patient safety in the healthcare setting, with a focus on fire and oxygen safety. (33 minutes)
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Nutrition for the Patient
Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) need to understand the fundamentals of nutrition and promote adequate nutrition for patients. This course describes the components of a well-balanced diet, the basic types of nutrients, and prescribed and preferred diets in healthcare facilities. It also outlines the UAP's responsibilities in providing meals to and feeding patients. (96 minutes)
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The Circulatory System
In this course, you will learn about the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system. You will focus on the circulatory system's function including the heart, blood vessels, and blood cells. You will also examine the effects of aging on the system. This knowledge will help you understand the various diseases that are associated with the circulatory system. (76 minutes)
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The Endocrine System
The endocrine glands secrete hormones that help regulate growth, development, and metabolic function. This course provides an overview of the important glands of the endocrine system, including their functions and the hormones they release. It also explains diabetes mellitus, a disorder that unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) might see in their patients. (73 minutes)
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The Gastrointestinal System
Patients are often admitted to healthcare facilities with a variety of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. This course will provide unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) with an overview of the anatomy, physiology, and corresponding functions of the GI, or digestive, system. It will also explain the role of the GI system as it pertains to other organ systems. In addition, this course will cover the types of tubes used for tube feedings and their routine care, and it will examine the common complications of constipation and diarrhea. (91 minutes)
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The Musculoskeletal System
The human body's ability to move is directly related to the musculoskeletal system.  The skeletal component of this system provides the structure, and the muscular system provides mobility.   Other components of the system include tendons, ligaments, and cartilage.  A variety of injuries and illnesses affect the musculoskeletal system.  Immobilization devices and range of motion (ROM) exercises are examples of some measures used to care for these injuries.  Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) must have an understanding of the components of the musculoskeletal system and their functions in order to assist with safe and effective nursing care. In this course, you will learn about the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system. You will also learn to recognize the effects of aging on the musculoskeletal system. (90 minutes)
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The Reproductive System
Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) may be called on to care for patients who have complications associated with the reproductive system. To provide effective care, you must have a general understanding of the reproductive system in both men and women as well as common disorders, such as tumors and infections. This course explains these topics and your role as a UAP in caring for the patient with reproductive system complications. Human sexuality is an important topic that is related to the reproductive system. Understanding how human sexuality is expressed in the healthy, sick, young, and elderly will help you care for many different types of patients. This course also discusses sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). STDs can be transmitted not only through sexual contact but also through exposure to an infected patient's body fluids. This course presents an overview of common STDs and what you should do to prevent being infected by a patient. (75 minutes)
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The Respiratory System
The respiratory system must function correctly in order to provide the human body with oxygen.  This course reviews the basic structure and purpose of the respiratory system and describes the most common respiratory disorders.  As unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs), understanding the respiratory system will help you assist patients suffering from these problems and may alert you to changes in patients conditions that could be dangerous. (65 minutes)
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Care of the Patient With an Ostomy
This course is designed for nurses who have minimal experience caring for a patient with an ostomy. The material covers various types of ostomies, including colostomies, ileostomies, and urostomies. In addition, the course reviews nursing diagnoses and nursing interventions concerning stoma infections, self-care deficit, sexual dysfunction, loss of positive self-image, and ineffective coping with changes in lifestyle. (59 minutes)
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