QQI Level 5 Care of the Older Person 5N2706 – blended learning 

Commencing the 25th August 2020

Classes will take place every Tuesday Evening for 10 weeks from 6pm-9pm online though Zoom

Content

Launch of Assessment Material & Administration
The Ageing Process
Role of HIQA, HSE, Primary Care Providers
Biological & Social Ageing Demography
Dementia Types & Approaches
Responsive Behaviour Approaches
Psychology of Ageing & Effects of Retirement
Continence Issues Management in Home or Institutions
Common Conditions Workshop – Diabetes, Cardiovascular, Stroke, Falls
Do Not Resuscitate – CPR Issues Quality of Life (QOL) RB
*Skills Demonstration (Blindfold & Assisted Feeding Exercise) You will be required to attend the Education Centre for this on the 20th Oct*
End of Life Care
Summary and Outstanding Issues
Final Submission of Assignments