Kancare Academics

A Complete Curriculm for caregivers in the field of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine

At a Glance

This Certificate course in homebased Geriatric and Palliative care, Helpful for ANM,GNM nurses, Nursing assistants, Social Workers, Medical and Dental doctors, Students Going Abroad , Spouses going abroad for working in care homes.

Faculty

Classes by expert Doctors , Nurses, Physiotherapists, Social workers, healthcare assistants in the field of Palliative and Geriatric medicine

Key Notes

Kancare is one of Kerala’s leading Geriatric and Palliative care centre. We provide top level courses for caregivers at our institute. Our exceptional team of doctors, nurses, social workers, physiotherapists and caregivers guide you through the basics and advancements in caregiving while also personally assisting students in the program. Our prestigious internship programs will enable healthcare staff to become a pioneer in the field of carehomes and hospice care.

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Courses

Expert curriculum , workshops and hands on training focused on total care of the patient.

Medical and
Nursing Care

Social and
Psychological Care

General and
Rehabilitative Care

Course Duration

15 day Duration

15 day intensive face to face classes with hands on training

1 Month Duration

1 month face to face classes with intensive hands on training and exclusive 15 day in-patient training

3 Month Duration

1 month face to face classes with intensive hands on training and exclusive 15 day in-patient training . Also 2 month inhouse appointment as healthcare assistant with paid internship.

Curriculum

Certificate Course in Homebased Geriatric and Palliative Care

SERIAL NO	TOPICS
1	Introduction to Geriatric and Palliative Care Roles and responsibilities of care givers Definition,Importance and Qualities of professional caregivers. Ethics and Communication in patient care.
2	GERIATRIC PROBLEMS WITH RESPECT TO BODY SYSTEMS Over view of Anatomy & Physiology. Cardiac,Respiratory,Gastrointestinal,Nervous and Urological Systems. Systemic changes with Ageing.
3	ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING Assisting in ADL Documentation and filing of daily activities
4	INFECTION,PREVENTION AND CONTROL Personal Hygiene Measures and Handwashing Waste Disposal Methods Care for Linens and Blood Spills
5	GENERAL CARE Personal Care – Shaving, Nail Care, Foot Care, Hair Care, Oral Care, Perineal Care, Back Care, Grooming and Dressing, Bed Bath, Bed Making, Diaper Changing.
6	NURSING CARE BP, PULSE,SPO2, Temperature, GRBS and RR MEASUREMENT Catheter Care, Wound Care, Tracheostomy Care, Bladder Wash.
7	FIRST AID Treatment of Minor Injuries Cardiopulmonary Resucitation
8	Machines and Equipments : Its usage and care Hospital Cot, Air Bed, Oxyxen Delivery Equipments, Suction Apparatus and Nebuliser. Monitors and Infusion Devices.
9	Medicine Administration Monitoring and Administering of Medications Topical, Oral, Ophthalmic, Aural and Nasal Administration of Medications.
10	UROLOGY Methods for Urinary Drainage Care in Infection, Haematuria and Bladder Care
11	FALL PREVENTION Fall Risk Assessment Use of Walking Stick, Use of Crutches, Walker Frame
12	MOBILITY AND MOBILITY DEVICES Basic Physiotheray and Rehabilitation Wheel Chairs, Hoist, Stretchers. Mobility From Bed, Chair And Transportation
13	NUTRITION AND DIETETICS Types of Meals and Preparation Ryles Tube And Gastrostomy Feeding.
14	Dementia Care giving aspect to dementia patients
15	END OF LIFE CARE Making Patients Comfortable in Terminal Stage Death Care