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Unmasking the Multiple Aspects of Caregiver Stress

Unmasking the Multiple Aspects of Caregiver Stress

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Course

Learn to navigate the complex dimensions of caregiver stress, uncovering strategies for resilience and well-being.

Nationally & state accredited


Course Features

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What you'll learn

After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:

  1. Identify 6 distinct types of caregivers along with their specific roles and responsibilities.

  2. Define caregiver burden and recognize 5 common factors that influence adjustment for the caregiver, as well as the identified patient.

  3. Recognize 12 important domains to guide the assessment of caregiver distress/burden and access a resource inventory containing evidence-based measures for use in the caregiver context.

  4. Clinically apply 4 evidence-based interventions to assist in relieving caregiver stress.


Course description

More than 50 million Americans are now caregivers, defined as someone who provides unpaid services to an adult or child who cannot provide for themselves. The emotional and physical issues that may develop from long-term care giving are not well understood and are frequently neglected by caregivers and health care providers alike, resulting in diminished health and quality-of-life for the care giver, as well as for those they care for. This online CE course discusses the various types of caregivers, associated responsibilities and the potential deleterious effects of caregiver stress and burnout on both patient and caregiver. Health care professionals can play a critical role in identifying and ameliorating caregiver distress by creating an environment that supports emotional expression, facilitates practical support and promotes resilience. How to create this responsive clinical environment for caregivers is explored. In addition, the course presents various assessment tools and theory- and evidenced-based clinical interventions that can be applied in caring for our caregivers, including the use of community resources.


Course content

  • Relevance

    • Table 1. Key Findings from Caregiving in The U.S. - Executive Summary

  • Types of Caregivers

    • Spouse/Partner as Caregiver

    • Adult Children as Caregivers: The Sandwich Generation

      • Table 2. Key Findings from AARP Research Center In the Middle: A Report of Multicultural Boomers Coping With Family and Aging Issues

    • Grandparents as Caregivers

    • Male Caregivers

    • Caregivers of Children with Special Needs

    • Military Caregivers

  • Caregiver Responsibilities, Stressors, and Burdens

    • Time Devoted to Caregiving

    • Coping Strategies

    • Caregiver Support

    • Financial Issues

    • Anticipatory Grief

  • Assessment of Caregivers

    • Intake Interviews

    • Standardized Measures

    • Need for Follow-up Assessments

  • Interventions to Reduce Caregiver Burden

    • Psychoeducational Interventions

    • Psychotherapy

    • Support Groups

    • Respite Care

  • Clinical Considerations for Treatment Planning

    • Spousal Caregivers

    • Male Caregivers

    • Preventing Elder Abuse

    • Including Family in the Intervention

    • Military Caregivers

    • Sociocultural Diversity

  • Alternative/Adjunct Creative Self-Care

    • Expressive Writing

    • Art Therapy

    • Music Therapy

    • Dance/Mindful Movement

  • Web-Based Resource


Course details

CE Broker ID20-1207204
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Mary RzeszutMSW, LCSW

With her years of experience in an inpatient, outpatient and physician practice settings, her expertise is providing counseling and support to those living with chronic diseases, such as advanced chronic kidney disease, and the integration of behavioral health into primary care. A practicing psychotherapist, she specializes in adjustment to chronic illness, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and grief. She is also a trained bereavement counselor and a social work Faculty Field Liaison for Adelphi University. She has published in peer review journals and presents on the emotional and psychological issues of chronic kidney disease. Interests: Emotional adjustment to chronic illness, medical adherence, patient advocacy, integration of behavioral health into primary care.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

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  • Arkansas State Board of Nursing

  • California Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing Assistive Personnel

  • Florida Board of Nursing

  • Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants

  • Florida Board of Nursing Home Administrators

  • Georgia Board of Nursing

  • Kansas State Board of Nursing

  • Kentucky Board of Nursing

  • Michigan Board of Nursing

  • Mississippi Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Certified Nurse Midwives and Licensed Midwives

  • North Dakota Board of Nursing

  • South Carolina Board of Nursing

  • West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses

  • Wyoming Board of Nursing


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Unmasking the Multiple Aspects of Caregiver Stress", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing, Mental Health. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker Intern, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Certified Nurse Aides, Registered Nurse Practitioner, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nursing Assistant, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upoThis activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Mary Rzeszut, MSW, LCSW - Content Expert and Faculty

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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