NOWCAP Academy https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Supporting People With Different Needs 11: Skin Observation During Bathing 10: Providing a Bed Bath 9: Providing a Partial Bath 8: Assisting With a Tub Bath 7: Assisting With a Shower 6: Before Beginning Any Bath 5: Determining the Level of Assistance 4: Bathing Frequency Choosing the Type of Bathing 2: Bathing Preferences Are Personal 1: Bathing Is More Than Getting Clean Unit Summary Stop and Get Help Personal Care Training for Direct Care Professionals Common Infection-Control Mistakes Supporting Independence During Infection Prevention Supporting a Person Who May Be Ill Exposure to Blood or Body Fluids Waste and Sharp Objects Handling Soiled Laundry Cleaning and Disinfecting Personal-Care Items and Shared Equipment Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette Clean and Dirty Areas Other Personal Protective Equipment Using Gloves Correctly Hand Hygiene Standard Precautions How Germs Spread Infection Prevention Is Part of Every Personal-Care Task Unit Summary Documentation and Reporting Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them When to Stop and Get Help When the Care Plan and the Situation Do Not Match Preparing for the Task: A General Process Checking Equipment Preparing the Environment Preparing the Person 5: Use the Least Assistance Needed 4: Levels of Assistance 3: Review the Plan Before Providing Care 2: The DCP’s Responsibility for Following the Plan 1: The Care Plan Is a Guide for Support Unit Summary 24: Common Mistakes to Avoid 23: When to Stop and Get Help Home Courses