About the Kit
This kit combines the popular book Bathing Without a Battle
with the Video and CD-ROM of the same name to offer a
comprehensive tool for creating a better bathing experience for elders with Alzheimer's
and other forms of dementia.
The Book: This book presents an individualized, problem solving approach to bathing and personal
care of individuals with dementia. Based on extensive original research and clinical
experience, the authors have developed strategies and techniques that work in both the
institution and home settings. Their approach is also appropriate for caregiving
activities other than bathing. Readers will find practice guidelines, transfer techniques,
lists of suppliers of bathing equipment supplies, and the description of a complete
training program for direct caregivers. Illustrations, charts, checklists, and relevant
websites are provided throughout.
The Video: The video is a valuable learning tool for families who have been affected by Alzheimer's
disease and related disorders, as well nursing home personnel. The video is in VHS Format
(now also available in DVD!) and lasts approximately 45 minutes. The video provides 1 hour of continuing education
credit for nursing assistants. Click on the link below to view our section on receiving
continuing education (CEU) credits.
The CD-ROM: The CD-ROM offers instruction and advice on personalized bathing and is
useful for all nursing home personnel. The CD-ROM provides 3 hours of continuing education
credit for nurses and 2 hours of credit for nursing home administrators and nursing
assistants. The CD-ROM has been formatted for use with most Windows systems.
Obtaining CEUs: The CD-ROM provides 3 hours of continuing education credit for nurses
and 2 hours of continuing education credit for nursing home administrators and nursing
assistants. To obtain CEU credit, watch Module 1 (Introduction) of the CD-ROM. Select the
appropriate track for you (administrator, nurse, or nursing assistant). You will then be
directed through the other modules of the CD-ROM. At the end of the CD-ROM complete the
multiple-choice examination. You must score at least 70% correct to pass. Follow the
instructions on the CD-ROM and print out a personalized credit certificate on your
printer. Mail the certificate to the registration office whose address will be printed on
the certificate. Certificates MUST be mailed to have CEU credits registered. The
videotape provides 1 hour of credit for certified nursing assistants. To obtain CEU credit,
watch the videotape and then print out the registration form
and complete with each participant's name, social security number, and date video was
watched, and mail to the registration office.
This kit includes the book, the video and the Windows CD-ROM.
