Foundations of Client Care1: Human Body and Disease Basics
This course is part of Foundations of Client Care.
This comprehensive introductory course, part of the Foundations of Client Care program offered by Osmosis from Elsevier, provides an essential review of human body systems and disease basics. The course covers fundamental concepts of human development and explores the structure, function, and common disorders of various body systems. Designed specifically for nursing assistants and healthcare professionals, this course helps learners understand the essentials of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Through detailed descriptions of major body systems, participants will gain valuable insights into common diseases, their signs and symptoms, and appropriate care approaches. The curriculum emphasizes practical knowledge that enhances a nursing assistant's role within the healthcare team, equipping them with the foundational understanding needed to provide effective client care.
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What you'll learn
Understand the structure and function of major body systems in the human body
Identify common diseases and injuries affecting each body system
Recognize signs and symptoms associated with common medical conditions
Comprehend basic human development concepts essential for healthcare
Understand the nursing assistant's role in managing specific health conditions as part of a healthcare team
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
PreRecorded video
Assignments, exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
Shareable certificate
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive overview of human body systems and disease fundamentals. It begins with basic human development concepts before exploring the structure and function of major body systems like the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, nervous, and musculoskeletal systems. For each system, learners study normal anatomy and physiology alongside common disorders and injuries that affect them. The course emphasizes recognizing signs and symptoms of various conditions and understanding appropriate care approaches. Special attention is given to the nursing assistant's role within the healthcare team when managing specific conditions. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications to prepare learners for effective client care. As part of the Foundations of Client Care program, this introductory course establishes essential medical knowledge that serves as a foundation for more advanced healthcare studies.
Descriptions of the major body systems
Module 1
Common diseases and injuries affecting each major body system
Module 2
Signs and symptoms of common diseases and injuries
Module 3
The role of a nursing assistant within the healthcare team as it relates to managing specific conditions
Module 4
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Foundations of Client Care
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Instructor
MD, MPH at Osmosis from Elsevier
Dr. Rishi Desai, MD, MPH, is a pediatric infectious disease physician and the Chief Medical Officer at Osmosis, a platform dedicated to health education that serves over 900,000 medical students and clinicians globally. He previously led Khan Academy Medicine and has a strong background in public health. Dr. Desai completed his accelerated education by finishing high school and earning a BS in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics from UCLA by age 18. He then completed his medical training at UCSF and worked at prestigious medical centers such as Boston Children’s Hospital and Stanford University.He earned his MPH in epidemiology at UCLA and spent two years as an Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer at the CDC, where he investigated disease outbreaks. In addition to his role at Osmosis, Dr. Desai currently sees patients through AmWell, a major telemedicine provider. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys spending time with his family, eating raspberries, and learning Mandarin. His contributions to medical education and public health continue to impact the field significantly
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