Managing Stress and Avoiding Injury

Managing Stress and Avoiding Injury

Managing Stress and Avoiding Injury is a crucial course designed for caregivers who aim to maintain their mental and physical well-being while providing care for others. The course covers essential techniques and strategies for managing stress, preventing burnout, and avoiding injuries in a caregiving environment. The curriculum focuses on identifying sources of stress, implementing self-care practices, and understanding the importance of ergonomics and body mechanics in preventing injuries, as well as safety tips for working in high-crime areas. By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and tools necessary to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle while effectively caring for their patients.

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Overview

Details
  • Lessons: 6
  • Number of tests: 3
  • Hours: 1.0 hours
  • Students who are studying this course: 250
What you will learn
  • Strategies for managing stress and preventing burnout
  • Importance of self-care for caregivers
  • Techniques for injury prevention in caregiving settings
  • Developing a personal stress management plan
  • Recognizing the signs of burnout and taking action

Lessons

    • Introduction to Stress Management for CaregiversIntroduction to Stress Management for Caregivers
    • 6 mins
    • Identifying Sources of StressIdentifying Sources of Stress
    • 4 mins
    • Safety Measures in High Crime AreasSafety Measures in High Crime Areas
    • 7 mins
    • Knowledge Review Knowledge Review
    • 4 mins
    • Techniques for Injury PreventionTechniques for Injury Prevention
    • 6 mins
    • Recognizing and Addressing Caregiver BurnoutRecognizing and Addressing Caregiver Burnout
    • 6 mins
    • Developing a Personal Stress Management PlanDeveloping a Personal Stress Management Plan
    • 6 mins
    • Knowledge Review Knowledge Review
    • 4 mins
    • Exam- Managing Stress and Avoiding Injury Exam- Managing Stress and Avoiding Injury
    • 15 mins

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