Students will demonstrate skills in the nutritional needs and diet modifications for the patient along with adequate hydration and good knowledge of elimination process. They will record patient’s fluid intake and output and the procedures in collecting and testing fluid specimens, and show understanding of the urinary system. Students will describe the gastrointestinal system and common disorders. They will describe body temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure. They will demonstrate measuring height and weight, admission of patient, transfer and discharge of residents of homecare agencies and nursing facilities. Students will show how to maintain a specific condition and learn how to help the patient’s family cope with the dying or death of their loved one.
- Teacher: Lilia Mata