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Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 21 Lessons
- 40 Hours
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- PATIENT CARE8
- 1.1Basic Care: Assist with daily living activities like bathing, feeding, and dressing patients.
- 1.2Vital Signs: Measure and record vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse.
- 1.3Mobility Assistance: Help patients with ambulation and transfers, including the use of mobility aids.
- 1.4Skin Care: Provide skin care and recognize any changes in skin integrity.
- 1.5Wound Care: Assist in dressing changes and report signs of infection.
- 1.6EKG Monitoring: Obtain EKG readings and recognize abnormal heart rhythms.
- 1.7Phlebotomy: Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures to collect blood samples.
- 1.8Catheter Care: Provide care for patients with catheters and manage intake/output records.
- COMPLIANCE, SAFETY, AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY4
- 2.1Regulations and Ethics: Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA regulations, and the Patient’s Bill of Rights.
- 2.2Patient Identification: Follow protocols to accurately identify patients and prevent errors.
- 2.3Emergency Response: Recognize and respond to emergency situations quickly and effectively.
- 2.4Professional Conduct: Maintain professionalism and communicate effectively with healthcare teams.
- INFECTION CONTROL3
- PHLEBOTOMY3
- 4.1Blood Collection: Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures, ensuring accurate specimen labeling and handling.
- 4.2Nonblood Specimens: Collect, handle, and transport nonblood specimens following proper protocols.
- 4.3Quality Control: Conduct quality checks on phlebotomy equipment and procedures to prevent errors.
- EKG3
- 5.1Patient Preparation: Prepare patients for EKG testing and apply electrodes accurately.
- 5.2EKG Interpretation: Identify and report abnormal EKG readings, including potentially life-threatening arrhythmias.
- 5.3Equipment Maintenance: Ensure EKG machines are functioning correctly and maintain them as needed.