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: Like its popular predecessor, the new edition of Bathing
Without a Battle presents an individualized, problem-solving
approach to bathing and personal care of individuals with dementia.
On the basis of extensive original research and clinical
experience, the editors have developed strategies and techniques
that work in both institution and home settings. Their approach is
also appropriate for caregiving activities other than bathing,
such as morning and evening care, and for frail elders not
suffering from dementia.
For this second edition, the authors have included historical
material on bathing and substantially updated the section on
special concerns, including:
- Pain
- Skin care
- Determining the appropriate level of assistance
- Transfers
- The environment
An enhanced final section addresses ways to support caregivers
by increasing their understanding of the care recipient's needs
and their knowledge of interventions to improve care and comfort.
It also emphasizes self-care and system-level changes to promote
person-directed care. Several chapters include specific insights
and wisdom from direct caregivers.
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.
