Medical Devices in the Home

Medical Devices in the Home

In this course, you will learn about the medical devices you may see in the home. Additionally, you will be provided with information on catheter, feeding tube, and IV care.

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Overview

Details
  • Lessons: 5
  • Number of tests: 2
  • Hours: 0.5 hours
  • Students who are studying this course: 263
What you will learn
  • List the different medical devices you may see in the home
  • List the types of urinary catheters
  • Describe how to provide catheter care
  • Describe how to manage for a catheter bag
  • Describe the different types of feeding tubes
  • Describe how to provide care if your client has an IV line

Lessons

    • Introduction to Medical Devices in the HomeIntroduction to Medical Devices in the Home
    • 3 mins
    • Medical Devices in the HomeMedical Devices in the Home
    • 3 mins
    • Urinary CathetersUrinary Catheters
    • 22 mins
    • Feeding TubesFeeding Tubes
    • 9 mins
    • Knowledge review Knowledge review
    • 2 mins
    • Intravenous LinesIntravenous Lines
    • 8 mins
    • Exam - Medical Devices in the Home Exam - Medical Devices in the Home
    • 15 mins

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