Course Content

Module 1 Introduction and History

1.1 Course instructor
1.2 Course content
1.3 Nurse competencies
1.4 History
1.5 Resources

Module 2 Planning the Home Visit

2.1 Referral and eligibility
2.2 Rules and regulations
2.3 Conditions of participation
2.4 Reimbursement
2.5 Personal safety
2.6 Patient's rights and responsibilities
2.7 Care manager
2.8 Resources

Module 3 Making the Home Visit

3.1 Patient assessment (OASIS)
3.2 Universal precautions (infection control)
3.3 Patient education
3.4 Patient environment (safety)
3.5 Team management
3.6 Documentation
3.7 Roles and Responsibilities of paraprofessionals
3.8 Resources

Module 4 Clinical Applications

4.1 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
4.2 Congestive heart failure (CHF)
4.3 Diabetes mellitus (DBM)
4.4 HIV/Aids
4.5 Skin and wound care
4.6 Neurological disorder
4.7 Home fusion therapy
4.8 Rehabilitation
4.9 Hospice
4.10 Mental health
4.11 Pediatrics
4.12 Maternal child health
4.13 Resources