Basic Patient Care

This course provides educational information and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or clinical judgment.

What You Will Learn

• 1 Learn the foundational principles of patient care, including the rights of patients, ethical responsibilities, and the role of the caregiver within the healthcare team.
• 2 Understand infection control and standard precautions, including hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and preventing the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• 3 Apply communication skills effectively with patients, families, and colleagues, including active listening, non-verbal cues, and reporting patient concerns accurately.
• 4 Explore the principles of safe patient handling and mobility, including body mechanics, assisted transfers, and the use of mobility aids.
• 5 Understand vital signs measurement and documentation, including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
• 6 Learn personal care techniques for patients, including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, and maintaining skin integrity to prevent pressure injuries.
• 7 Analyze nutrition and hydration support for patients, including assisting with meals, recognizing signs of malnutrition, and documenting intake.
• 8 Understand basic emergency response in patient care settings, including recognizing deterioration, initiating emergency protocols, and performing basic first aid.
• 9 Develop skills in supporting patients with cognitive and emotional needs, including dementia care, managing anxiety, and promoting dignity and independence.
• 10 Build professional practice habits including documentation standards, workplace health and safety, self-care for caregivers, and continuing professional development.