Supplement your staff development education offerings with our self-study modules. Clinical practice topics are based on best practice information currently available from national and international nursing sources so the material is current.
Each packet is bound in heavy-duty plastic so it will withstand use by multiple people. You don't have to buy a separate module for each staff member so you save money. Volume discounts are available, however. Just call 405-745-2908 (M-F 9 -5 CST)
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...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP-034 |
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This self-study material reviews the definition of an advance directive and explanation of the two most common types of directives. Information is provided on the requirements of the Patient Self-Determination Act of 1991 that protects these rights. Information is also included on the responsibilities of health care professionals, the facility and the rights and responsibilities of both patient and family. |
$35 Add to Cart |
 Adverse Drug Reactions: The Pharmacotherapeutic Treatment of Behavioral Disorders ...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP-001 |
| A review of drugs and adverse drug reactions common in drug therapy for behavioral disorders. Designed to alert professionals who administer and monitor drug therapy among behavioral health clients. |
$40 Add to Cart |
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Catalog No. SSP-036 |
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| Covers the basic principles of body mechanics and the prevention of back injury; appropriate for all health care staff. |
$30 Add to Cart |
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...complete instruction kit available
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Catalog No: SSP-035 |
| This program covers basic information on blood-borne diseases and universal precautions for healthcare workers providing care in an acute care setting including the use of personal protective equipment and prevention of needle-stick injury. |
$30 Add to Cart |
 Blood-borne
Pathogens and Universal Precautions in Behavioral Health Settings |
Catalog No: SSP-037 |
| This program covers the same basic information on blood-borne diseases and universal precautions but includes information and situations more specific to behavioral health units/facilities | $30 |
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Catalog No: SSP-003 |
| Intended to help behavioral health workers examine their own communications with those in crises and develop or improve their communication skills by following a few simple suggestions. |
$30 |
 Critical Thinking - Building Your Skills |
Catalog NO: SSP-031 |
| This program is designed to introduce the licensed nurse to basic concepts of a critical thinking model. On completion of the program you should be able to develop a process-oriented approach to critically examine nursing problems and issues and determine nursing interventions. |
$50 |
...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP-005 |
| A review of documentation guidelines for licensed nurses and the impact of health care changes on documentation requirements; includes examples of narrative, flow chart, PIE, focus and SOAPIE documentation formats. |
$50 |
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Catalog No: SSP-005MH |
| A review of documentation guidelines for health care workers in behavioral health settings. The study packet focuses on guidelines for maintaining a legal medical record; includes examples of documenting problems and interventions consistent with a master treatment plan. |
$50 |
 Hazardous Materials In The Healthcare Worksite ...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No. SSP-038 |
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Designed for use by all health care staff; introduces basic information on hazardous materials, MSDS forms including their contents and use for identifying hazardous materials and appropriate measures to reduce exposure. |
$30 Add to Cart |
 Latex Allergy - Information for Healthcare Workers ...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No. SSP- 033 |
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Self-study packet for health care workers outlining the problem, types, causes and prevention of reactions to latex products encountered in the worksite. |
$30 |
...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP-015 |
| Designed for health care staff involved in caring for patients suffering from schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders; the study packet offers help to identify, describe and document observed behaviors indicating psychotic behavior and effectively intervene to improve the patient's level of function. |
$30 |
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...complete instruction kit available
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Catalog No: SSP-009 |
| Designed to help mental health professionals identify and anticipate alterations in impulse control and develop strategies to reduce impulsive behavior and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients. |
$30 |
 The Prevention and Nursing Management of Pressure Ulcers ...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No. SSP-028 |
| This self-study packet includes a review of wound healing, the factors causing pressure ulcers, a system for staging pressure ulcer development and nursing interventions in both the prevention and treatment of this phenomenon. |
$40 |
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Processing Medical Orders - Reducing Medical Errors ...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP:010 |
| Whether paper or digital, the processing of medical orders is a professional responsibility of the licensed nurse. Medical errors often result from mistakes made during this critical process. This study packet reviews guidelines and practices designed to help reduce medical errors related to the processing of medical orders. |
$40 |
 Recognition And Safe Management Of The Suicidal Patient ...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP-020MH
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| Suicide is a growing problem among both the young and elderly. Depression is the most common behavioral health disorder. This study packet is designed to help health care workers in all types of settings recognize and safely care for patients with suicide ideation. |
Cost: $40 |
 Reducing The Risk Of Elopement ...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP-016 |
| Precautions and guidelines intended to assist staff to enhance skills in identifying risk factors, in maintaining a safe environment, and in appropriately reporting patient elopement from behavioral health settings. |
$30 |
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Catalog Number: SSP-012MH |
| There is a common myth among many health care workers that patient falls can be prevented through the use of restraints. This study packet is designed to help staff identify patients at an increased risk of falling and includes interventions, other than restraint, useful in reducing slips and falls. |
$40 |
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Catalog No: SSP-017 |
| Reduction or elimination of the use of patient restraints in all types of health care facilities is of significant concern in the delivery of quality, respectful and safe nursing care. This study packet examines the impact of restraint use and offers alternative nursing interventions to reduce or eliminate the practice. When no other safe alternative exists, guidelines in the safe and limited use are reviewed. |
$50 |
 Restraint Use: Challenges in Behavioral Health Settings ...complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP-017MH |
| Unique seclusion and restraint issues face health care providers in behavioral health settings. This packet provides guidelines and recommendations regarding the reduction and safe use of these restrictive measures. |
$50 |
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Safe Care Of Patients With Seizure Disorders . . .complete instruction kit available |
Catalog No: SSP-019MH
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| Designed to raise awareness of staff about the risks of seizures and appropriate interventions for patients known to have a history of seizure disorders. |
$30 |
| Catalog No. SSP-032 | |
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A self-study packet for nursing staff covering the factors contributing to medication errors and interventions and practices to reduce the risk of these errors. Material covers short, intermediate and long-term actions applicable to both personal practice and facility policies and procedures. |
$50 Add to Cart |
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$40 |
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A self-study packet for nursing students and ancillary health care staff needing to learn the measurement of body temperature, heart rate, respirations and blood pressure. |
Catalog No. SSP-039 |
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