Pocket Guide for the Home Care Aide

Designed to serve as a comprehensive, daily reference source, Pocket G uide for the Home Care Aide provides guidance on day-to-day situations encompassing such issues as: dealing with different types of behavior , communication styles, patient rights, how to anticipate patients' ne eds, understanding death, dealing with cultural differences, personal safety, equipment use, reporting requirements, nutritional needs, and more. Disease processes and illnesses are defined and described, with special attention to the role of the aide. Patient care from birth to death is covered. Also, it provides a good overview of home care and h ospice services and reimbursement sources in easy-to-understand termin ology. Tools for self assessment are provided to improve performance.