Course Code: REL-PAC-0-APOSTC
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2030
Learning Objectives:
Identify the purpose of postmortem care.
Recognize cultural and spiritual factors that affect postmortem care.
Recall the proper procedure for postmortem care within your care setting.
Outline:
Section 1: Postmortem Care
Introduction
Meet Ali and Mr. Campbell
What Is Postmortem Care?
Test Your Knowledge
Cultural and Spiritual Considerations
Test Your Knowledge
Key Takeaways
Section 2: The Procedure
Your Role
The Postmortem Procedure
Care After Death
Test Your Knowledge
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Stephanie Whitfield, MSN, RN, CPN
Stephanie has over 18 years of clinical and teaching experience. Her areas of expertise are in neonatal intensive care, general pediatrics, home health, and children with medical complexities. She earned her Master's in nursing from Chamberlain University in 2022. Her professional practice is guided by Jean Watson's philosophy that, "Caring is the essence of nursing."
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Care Workers; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.