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Personal Care/Skin Care
Section 1: Basics of Skin Health
1.1 Skin Physiology: Overview of skin structure and functions, and why maintaining skin integrity is important
1.2 Factors Affecting Skin Health: Discussion on how immobility, nutrition, hydration, and incontinence can affect skin condition.
1.3 Activity: Interactive presentation with diagrams and photos to help identify healthy vs. compromised skin.
Section 2: Personal Hygiene Practices
2.1 Bathing and Cleaning: Techniques for safely bathing patients, including bed baths and assisted showers.
2.2 Grooming Essentials: Best practices for nail care, hair care, and oral hygiene.
2.3 Activity: Video demonstrations followed by a virtual practice session on personal hygiene routines.
Section 3: Preventing and Managing Skin Problems
3.1 Recognition of Skin Issues: How to spot early signs of pressure ulcers, infections, and other skin conditions.
3.2 Preventative Measures: Strategies for preventing skin problems, including the use of moisturizers, barrier creams, and proper bedding.
3.3 Treatment Approaches: Basic first aid and care techniques for common skin issues.
3.4 Activity: Case studies and group discussions on managing different skin care scenarios.
Section 4: Implementing Routine Skin Care
4.1 Daily Skin Care Routines: Developing and implementing daily skin care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
4.2 Use of Products: Education on the appropriate selection and use of skin care products that minimize risk of irritation or injury.
4.3 Activity: Role-playing exercises to design and execute skin care routines for simulated patients.
Section 5: Documentation and Compliance
5.1 Record Keeping: Importance of accurate and detailed documentation of skin care assessments and interventions.
5.2 Legal and Ethical Considerations: Ensuring compliance with health standards and ethical care practices.
5.3 Activity: Workshop on documentation practices, including hands-on practice with charting tools.
Section 6: Assessment and Certification
6.1 Knowledge Assessment: Multiple-choice quiz to evaluate your understanding of skin physiology, personal care techniques, and skin problem management.
6.2 Practical Assessment: Participants demonstrate their skin care and personal hygiene techniques on mannequins or through role-playing scenarios.
6.2 Practical Assessment: Participants demonstrate their skin care and personal hygiene techniques on mannequins or through role-playing scenarios.
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