Create more realistic patient care practice scenarios with this one-of-a-kind Bariatric Nursing Manikin, which represents a 350-pound male. Use this realistic form to help students prepare for the unique challenges associated with bariatric or obese patients, such as range of motion exercises, ambulation, perineal care and patient transfer and lifting. Pressure injury identification, skin assessment, blood pressure reading and basic patient care skills can also be practiced. Standards-based curriculum is included.
Bariatric Nursing Manikin Curriculum
Lesson topics: 1. Ambulation Assistance 2. Basic Patient Care – Application of Stockings 3. Basic Patient Care – Bathing Patients with Obesity 4. Basic Patient Care – Feeding 5. Basic Patient Care – Oral Care 6. Basic Patient Care – Peri-care for Patients with Obesity 7. Basic Patient Care – Preparing to Care 8. Patient Transfer and Lifting 9. Pressure Injuries – Considerations for Patients with Obesity 10. Range of Motion – Considerations for Patients with Obesity 11. Skin Conditions in Patients with Obesity
Teaching hours: 11-14 Includes: Presentation slides, student activities and pre- and post-assessments
BARIATRIC NURSING MANIKIN CURRICULUM SAMPLE
BARIATRIC NURSING MANIKIN CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
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