CNA106 - Caring for the Alzheimer's Patient (1.0 HR)
The certified nursing assistant will enhance his/her learning skills in the care of the Alzheimer's patient.
Purpose: The certified nursing assistant will enhance his/her learning skills in the care of the Alzheimer's patient.
Objectives:
- To understand what Alzheimer’s Disease is and how widespread it is;
- To be aware of the testing process used to identify AD;
- Discuss the stages of Alzheimer’s;
- Discuss the warning signs;
- Discuss the importance of safety;
- Discuss communication with the person that has AD;
- Discuss personal care; 8. Gain knowledge of prevention and cure.
Continuing Education Credits: 0 contact hours Iowa BON #335; 0 contact hours CA Board of Nursing CEP 14033; 0 contact hours CE Broker # 50-4572 Florida and District of Columbia; 0 contact hours for Social Work State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 159.001315; 0 contact hours for Physical Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 216.000284; 0 contact hours for Occupational Therapy State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. License No. 224.000164; 1.0 CE hours for certified nursing assistants; long term care department heads; and other health care disciplines.