Course Code: REL-SRC-0-MMAMSC-V2
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 9/30/2024
Learning Objectives:
Identify at minimum 2 types of tools used to assess mental status.
Identify the 4 components of a mental status exam.
Recognize 3 clinical indicators that may be contributing to a change in mental status.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Completing a Mental Status Evaluation
Assessing Current Mental Capacity
Assessment Tools
Cognitive Assessment Components
Appearance
Behavior
Cognition
Thought
Review
Summary
Section 3: Nursing Care
Chronic vs Acute Mental Status Change
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
References
Instructor: Ron Orth RN, CHC, CMAC, AHIMA-Approved ICD-10-CM Trainer
Ronald Orth, RN, CMAC, CHC obtained a nursing degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1985 and a B. A. in Health Care Administration from Concordia University in 1996. Mr. Orth possesses over 30 years of nursing experience with over 20 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Mr. Orth has extensive experience in teaching Medicare regulations to healthcare providers both in the US and internationally. Mr. Orth is currently the Post-acute Care Curriculum Designer and is certified in Healthcare Compliance through the Compliance Certification Board (CCB). Ron has also successfully completed the Infection Control Officer training through the AHCA and is an AHIMA approved ICD-10-CM trainer.
Disclosure: Ron Orth RN, CHC, CMAC, AHIMA-Approved ICD-10-CM Trainer has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
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