Medication Assistance
Safe Medication Storage and the Rights of Medication
Even within the limited PSW role, safe medication practice matters. Two basics show up often: the "rights" and safe storage. The ...
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Age-Related Changes
Living With Chronic Conditions: Arthritis, COPD, and Heart Failure
Many older clients live with chronic conditions. Knowing the basics helps you support them well and notice when something changes. Arthriti...
June 27, 2026
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Palliative & End-of-Life Care
Recognizing the Signs That Death Is Near
Recognizing that death is near helps you provide comfort and prepare the family. These changes are natural and not something to fear. Commo...
June 27, 2026
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Nutrition
Feeding Tubes: The PSW's Supporting Role
Some clients receive nutrition through a feeding tube (enteral feeding). PSWs don't manage the feeds, but you support comfort and watch ...
June 27, 2026
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Body Mechanics
Protecting Your Own Back: Ergonomics for PSWs
Back injuries end careers. Good body mechanics protect you every single shift, so these habits are worth making automatic. The Core Rules ...
June 27, 2026
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Cognitive Health
Wandering and Exit-Seeking: Keeping Clients Safe
Wandering is common in dementia and can be dangerous, but it usually has a reason. Understanding it helps you keep clients safe without rest...
June 27, 2026
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Personal Care
Perineal Care: Step-by-Step With Dignity
Perineal (peri) care keeps the genital and anal area clean, prevents infection and skin breakdown, and must be done with great respect for d...
June 27, 2026
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