What is mental health first aid? Mental Health First Aid takes the fear and hesitancy out of opening conversations about mental health and substance use problems by boosting understanding and offering an action plan that educates individuals how to safely and responsibly identify and handle a suspected mental illness or substance use disorder. Similar to … Read more
Definition A deprivation of liberty occurs when a person’s freedom is restricted in some way. It happens when: “The person lacks competence to consent to these arrangements and is continuously observed and controlled without the freedom to escape.” Being free to do what you want and live where you choose is what liberty means. A … Read more
Definition The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) safeguards and empowers those who might not be able to make their own decisions regarding their care and treatment. Anyone who is 16 years old or older is covered. It involves everyday choices like what to wear or what to buy at the grocery store, as well as important … Read more
Introduction Safe Handling of Medicines is the correct storage, administration, and disposal of all medicines, to prevent inadvertent outcomes. Medications are meant to make you well but, if they are not used appropriately, they can make you very sick. What is meant by handling of medication? Handling of medicines refers to the acquisition, distribution, storage, authorization … Read more
Definition The principles of communication are the principles that should be followed in order for a communication process to achieve its aims. These guidelines guarantee that the message is properly communicated to the audience or receiver. The term “communication principles” refers to a clearly defined procedure by which two or more people exchange knowledge, opinions, … Read more
Definition Malnutrition is a disorder that occurs when the body is deprived of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients required to sustain healthy tissues and organ function. People who are either undernourished or over nourished can develop malnutrition. In the United Kingdom, dietary imbalances cause more malnutrition than nutritional deficits. When vital nutrients are not sufficiently … Read more
Definition of Dementia Dementia is a collection of signs and symptoms that impact memory as well as social and thinking abilities sufficiently to disrupt your day-to-day activities. There isn’t any specific illness, however, several illnesses can trigger dementia. Though dementia generally involves memory loss, memory loss has different causes. Having memory loss alone doesn’t mean you … Read more
Definition This Privacy and Dignity in Care training focuses on the Care Certificate and aims to educate those working in Care on how both privacy and dignity can be respected and protected within a care setting. Privacy in practice can mean making sure that a confidentiality policy is in place and followed by all staff; … Read more
What is fire safety awareness? Fire safety awareness is defined as management efforts conducted to prevent fires from happening, controls that manage fire systems in emergencies, and fire safety training suppression tactics used to extinguish an uncontrolled fire. At various locations, several ways of raising awareness of fire safety are used. However, the safe and … Read more
What is fire marshal? A fire marshal is primarily responsible for the identification of potential fire hazards in a building. The marshal is usually identified and appointed by the ‘Responsible Person’ – The individual in charge of the overall safety of people in a building. What are the responsibilities of Fire marshals? A fire marshal … Read more
Introduction End of life course for nurses focuses on support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. People who are nearing the end of their lives and have stopped receiving treatment to cure or control their disease are given care. Patients and their families receive physical, emotional, social, and … Read more
Definition Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that produces recurring, spontaneous seizures. A seizure is a burst of aberrant electrical activity in your brain that occurs suddenly. When you experience two or more seizures without a known cause, your doctor will diagnose you with epilepsy. Best course for Epilepsy training Nursing Revalidation provides the best course for Epilepsy … Read more
Definition and Overview Infection control courses for nurses aimed to prevents or stops the spread of infections in healthcare settings. The course teaches how infections spread, ways to prevent the spread of infections, and more detailed recommendations by type of healthcare setting. Infection control is a practical, evidence-based approach which prevents patients and nurses from … Read more
What is stroke awareness? Stroke awareness training is the best way to minimize the risks and damage of stroke. A stroke is a “brain attack”. It can happen to anyone at any time. It occurs when blood flow to an area of brain is cut off. When this occurs, brain cells lose oxygen and begin … Read more
Introduction Sharps Awareness training course raises your awareness of the dangers of sharp objects and mishandling them. In this course, you will learn about the health concerns associated with improper handling of sharps, safe handling techniques, and sharps disposal. The information you acquire will enable you to operate with sharps safely and prevent the illnesses … Read more