Mosby’s Textbook for the Home Care Aide, 3rd Edition

by Joan M. Birchenall, Eileen Streight

When it comes to providing care for individuals in their own homes, home care aides play a vital role. They are responsible for assisting individuals with their daily activities, providing companionship, and ensuring the overall well-being of their clients. However, to excel in this rapidly growing field, home care aides need a comprehensive understanding of the essential content and procedures involved.

This is where Mosby’s Textbook for the Home Care Aide, 3rd Edition comes in. This textbook, written by home care experts Joan M. Birchenall and Eileen Streight, is designed to prepare home care aides for success in the field. The book features a clear and easy-to-use approach, making it accessible to both new and experienced home care aides.

One of the key features of this textbook is the inclusion of hundreds of full-color photographs and drawings. These visual aids help illustrate key concepts and procedures, making it easier for home care aides to understand and apply their knowledge in real-life situations. From providing personal care to assisting with household chores, the step-by-step procedures provided in the book ensure that home care aides are equipped with the necessary skills to provide high-quality care.

Another unique aspect of Mosby’s Textbook for the Home Care Aide is the inclusion of scenarios featuring a cast of caregivers. These scenarios present realistic examples of the types of situations that home care aides are likely to encounter in their day-to-day work. By highlighting the experiences of different caregivers, including a supervisor and four home care aides, the book provides valuable insights and advice for navigating the challenges of the home care environment.

Throughout the textbook, there is a strong emphasis on the home care aide’s responsibilities for observing and documenting the client’s condition and care. Guidelines for Observing, Recording, and Reporting (ORR) are highlighted to ensure that home care aides understand the importance of this aspect of their role. Additionally, key considerations and reminders are presented in color font, drawing attention to important actions that should be performed.

To further enhance the learning experience, each chapter includes objectives and key terms. These focus the reader’s attention on essential information and help reinforce understanding. At the end of each chapter, there are chapter summaries and study questions to review the key points covered.

The third edition of Mosby’s Textbook for the Home Care Aide has been updated and expanded to reflect the evolving field of home care. The chapter on meeting the client’s nutritional needs now includes the new MyPlate food guide and updated nutrition guidelines. This ensures that home care aides are up to date with the latest recommendations and can provide appropriate nutritional support to their clients.

Another updated and expanded chapter is “Getting a Job and Keeping It.” This chapter addresses the current job prospects and challenges faced by home care aides. It also provides valuable guidance on navigating the realities of moving between states and the differences in certification requirements.

The third edition of the textbook also features updated equipment photos to familiarize home care aides with the tools they will encounter in their work. In addition, the book has an Evolve companion website, which includes skills competency checklists and an audio glossary. These resources further support the learning and development of home care aides.

With its comprehensive coverage and practical approach, Mosby’s Textbook for the Home Care Aide, 3rd Edition is an essential resource for anyone working or aspiring to work as a home care aide. Whether you are new to the field or have years of experience, this textbook will help you navigate the challenges and excel in providing care to individuals in their own homes.

Order your copy of Mosby’s Textbook for the Home Care Aide, 3rd Edition today and take your career as a home care aide to the next level!

Product Details

• Hundreds of full-color photos and drawings depict key ideas and clearly demonstrate procedure steps.
• Procedures provide step-by-step, easy-to-understand instructions on performing important skills and tasks.
• UNIQUE! A cast of caregivers, including a supervisor and four home care aides, are highlighted in scenarios that provide realistic examples of the types of situations you are likely to encounter in the home care environment.
• Guidelines for Observing, Recording, and Reporting (ORR) are highlighted throughout the text, emphasizing the home care aide’s responsibilities for observing and documenting the client’s condition and care.
• Key considerations and reminders are presented in color font to emphasize the importance of performing these actions.
• Objectives and Key Terms in each chapter focus your attention on essential information.
• Chapter summaries and study questionsreview the key points in each chapter.

• Updated/Expanded Meeting the Client’s Nutritional Needs chapter includes the new MyPlate food guide and new nutrition guidelines.
• Updated/Expanded Getting a Job and Keeping It chapter reflects the job prospects and challenges of today, including the realities of moving between states and differences in certification requirements.
• Updated equipment photos are included.
• Evolve companion website includes skills competency checklists and an audio glossary.

• ISBN-13: 9780323084338
• Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
• Publication date: 10/18/2012
• Edition description: New Edition
• Edition number: 3
• Pages: 536