About This Textbook
The OER is founded on best-practices related to the competencies and skills for health care assistant (HCA) students, specifically in HCA programs following the British Columbia Provincial curriculum - Health Care Assistant Program Provincial Curriculum 2023. However, the content covered within this textbook can be applied to most HCA program curriculum and offers students the opportunity to acquire personal care and assistance skills within the parameters of the HCA role. The content helps the student learn the theoretical principles and concepts along with understanding the steps of practical skills required to maintain and promote the comfort, safety and independence of individuals in community and facility contexts.
Author
Tracy M. Christianson (Thompson Rivers University) and Kimberley Morris (Thompson Rivers University)
Publisher
Thompson Rivers University
Publish Date
October 3, 2024
Edition
2nd Edition
Language
English
Level
Undergraduate
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