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- DMGT005b - Overview of the Respiratory System$36.00
The respiratory system is a group of organs and tissues that help humans breathe. The main parts of the respiratory system are the airways, the lungs and linked blood vessels, and the muscles that enable breathing. This course provides an overview of the human respiratory system.
Learn More - DMGT005a - Overview of the Immune System$36.00
This course explains how the human immune system works, how vaccinations work to ward off existing and emerging infectious diseases, and some of the great strides that are being made to detect, treat and prevent disorders of the immune system.
Learn More - DMGT027 - Overview of Arthritis$36.00
This course provides an overview of two of the most common forms of arthritis: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. This course also looks at a condition few people associate with children: juvenile arthritis.
Learn More - REHB009 - Challenges for the Bariatric Resident$23.00
This course examines the epidemic of obesity in the United States and the challenges that face the bariatric client. Before completing this course, you should complete the courses DMGT004 - Understanding Obesity and DMGT003 - Obesity Among Older Americans.
Learn More - DMGT005i Overview of the Reproductive System$36.00
This course provides a general overview of the structure and function of the male and female reproductive systems including a discussion of the major diseases that can affect them.
Learn More - HR022 - LGBTQ in Health Care$36.00
LGBTQ individuals have faced many challenges that have kept them in the closet or forced them back into the closet because of discrimination and bullying from friends and family, health care workers, and the general public. This self-study will help health care staff understand LGBTQ terminology and ways to provide compassionate, LGBTQ-informed care.
Learn More - REHB024 - Seating: The Forgotten (Pressure Ulcer) Risk Factor$23.00
This course reviews the impact of seating and positioning on pressure ulcer risk, and examines relevant interventions for prevention. You should complete the 3-course series called “Overview of Pressure Ulcer Etiology” (OWC006a, b and c) before starting this course.
Learn More - OWC001b - Overview of Ostomies - Part 2$23.00
This course will explain ileostomies and urostomies, and discuss common problems and issues associated with ostomies.
Learn More - INF006 - TB Training for Health Care Providers$42.00
This course provides information about tuberculosis (TB) that all health care providers should be aware of. You should complete the course “DMGT018 - Overview of Tuberculosis” before completing this course./span>
Learn More - SAFE029 - Occupational Health Hazards$42.00
This course addresses the occupational hazards that can occur in a patient’s home setting and the measures that can be taken to prevent injury should hazards occur.
Learn More - HMOD002 - Independent Living Strategy$15.95
This course – along with part 3 of this series, “HMOD003 - Accessibility Design Solutions” – will guide you through the selling and designing of home modifications using an independent/assisted living strategy.
Learn More - DMGT026 - Overview of ALS$36.00
This course provides an overview of the disease commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.
Learn More - DMGT016 - Overview of Cystic Fibrosis$36.00
This course provides an overview of the disease, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.
Learn More - DMGT014 - Overview of Parkinson's Disease$36.00
This course provides an overview of the disease, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.
Learn More - DMGT007 - Overview of Osteoporosis$36.00
Osteoporosis is a disease in which the density of bone is reduced, increasing the risk of fracture. Around the world, osteoporosis affects one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50. This course examines this serious world-wide health problem.
Learn More - DMGT006 - Overview of Guillain-Barre Syndrome$42.00
This course provides an overview of the disorder, including descriptions of symptoms, causes and treatment options.
Learn More - SAFE003 - Hazard Communication$42.00
This online course outlines the OSHA guidelines and requirements for using Safety Data Sheets and the responsibilities for employee safety.
Learn More - PEC018 - Introduction to Ambulatory Aids$36.00
This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to standard ambulatory aids (canes, crutches and walkers). Because of the multitude of brands of ambulatory aids and accessories on the market, this course will cover ambulatory aids in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of ambulatory aid, please consult the vendors.
Learn More - OWC006a - Overview of Pressure Ulcer Etiology - Part 1$23.00
Although ultimately discussion will focus on pressure ulcers, this first part provides foundational knowledge regarding the skin, normal physiology of healing and factors affecting healing and repair. You should complete this series of courses in order: Part 1, followed by Part 2, followed by Part 3.
Learn More - INF005 - Needlestick Prevention$36.00
This course contains two articles addressing needlestick prevention: one describing the needlestick injury (NSI) prevention activities at a California hospital and the other describing safe practices for health care providers and individuals with diabetes.
Learn More - DMGT034 - Overview of Cerebral Palsy$36.00
This course provides an overview of cerebral palsy including its symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications, and how the condition is diagnosed and treated.
Learn More - DMGT037 - Overview of Enteral Nutrition$42.00
This course will explain the different methods of providing enteral nutrition and the conditions that may require their use. Also discussed will be appropriate care and steps for completing administration of feedings and medications.
Learn More - HR008 - Sexual Harassment in the Workplace$42.00
Health care facilities strive to provide a positive, discrimination-free environment for employees. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Sexual harassment affects an individual’s employment, interferes with work performance, and creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. This course will provide an overview of the issue of sexual harassment in the workplace, how it can be prevented, and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) process for receiving and resolving complaints.
Learn More - OPS016 - US DOT Handling Compressed Oxygen Driver's Training$42.00
This course is about the United States Department of Transportation’s (DOT) driver’s training as it pertains to the handling and transport of compressed oxygen cylinders in the support of patient care. The first chapter will address the safe handling, transport, and storage of compressed oxygen cylinders. The second chapter will cover the specific rules regarding U.S. DOT laws, such as the Materials of Trade (MOT) exceptions, and the regulations on the transport of compressed oxygen cylinders -- specifically when you are carrying a gross cylinder weight on a vehicle that is less than 1,000 pounds, but greater than 400 pounds.
Learn More - OPS003 - DOT Driver's Training$23.00
This course is a three-part module about DOT driver’s training.
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