“Education In-a-Box”: from the J. W. Crane Memorial Library, University of Manitoba Health Sciences Libraries in consultation with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, Personal Care Home Program
Recognizing the demands on time for educators in the personal care homes, the WRHA PCH Program Educator and the University of Manitoba’s J. W. Crane Memorial Library’s Outreach Librarian recently initiated the development of the “Education In-a-Box” series. Each box will focus on a topic of interest to staff in personal care homes and will include one or two current videos, printed material, and a list of associated websites and other material, such as books and additional videos available from the library. Additional materials can be ordered from the J. W. Crane Memorial Library by filling out the form included and returning it to the Library.
Educators who request the “Box” have many options for using the included material. For example, they can choose to:
· have a video available for viewing, and have staff sign when they have viewed it
· book a time in their educational calendar to show the video
· suggest that staff read any or all printed material, and sign a sheet indicating that they have read it
· offer copies of the lists of websites and associated materials to any interested staff
We attempt to include material that is practical, easy-to-read and reflects “best practice”. Each personal care home will need to decide which materials best reflect educational needs and practice standards.
Only one “Box” per topic will be created. The loan period will be three weeks, so personal care home staff may have to wait until the “Box” is available.
To request the loan of a “box”, please contact the J. W. Crane Memorial Library by e-mail at , by phone at 831-2152, or by fax at 888-1805.
Please note that some material included in the “Box” has been reproduced by permission from the publisher. If you make multiple copies, you will be infringing Canadian copyright law and be subject to prosecution. Because copyright law allows individuals one copy of material for their own use, staff may request a copy of articles, book chapters, etc. by filling out the form provided.
An evaluation form is included with the material. Please help us improve the series by filling out and returning the form.
Sincerely,
Laurie Blanchard, Outreach Librarian, J. W. Crane Memorial Library, University of Manitoba Health Sciences Libraries
Susan Bernjak, PCH Program Educator, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Education
In-a-Box
Oral Care
From the J. W. Crane Memorial Library, Deer Lodge Centre, (University of Manitoba Health Sciences Libraries), in consultation with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, Personal Care Home Program
This box contains resources suitable for educating personal care home staff on oral care.
“In-the-Box”
Articles
Bawden ME. Clean those teeth. Perspectives 2006;30(4):15-17.
Coleman P. Oral care provided by certified nursing assistants in nursing homes. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society 2006 54:138-143.
Sigal MJ. Dental considerations for persons with dementia. Geriatrics and Aging 2006;9(6):414-420.
Welsh, M. Pushed into darkness: how could a toothache lead to blindness. Toronto Star, April 28, 2007.
Yoon MN, Steele CM. The oral care imperative: the link between oral hygiene and aspiration pneumonia. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation 2007;23(3):280-288.
Books and Documents:
Ontario. Halton Regional Health Department. Basic oral care.
University of Manitoba. Faculty of Dentistry. Centre for Community Oral Health. Oral health care in personal care homes: a train-the trainer presentation.
Pearson A, Chalmers J. Oral hygiene care for adults with dementia in residential aged care facilities. Joanna Briggs Evidence-Based Practice Information Sheets for Health Professionals 2004;8:1-6.
Van der Horst, Mary-Lou.. SHRTN & AKE Fireside Chat Oral Care and Dementia, July 24, 2007. PowerPoint slides. Also available at: https://www.ehealthontario.ca/portal/server.pt/gateway/PTARGS_0_11862_9520_1448_14875_43/http%3B/ptpublisher.phportal.srv.ehealthontario.ca%3B7087/publishedcontent/publish/ssha/eho/communities/alzheimer_knowledge_exchange/web_based_conferences_and_events/oralcarebestpractice.pdf
Vollman KM. Oral hygiene care for long term care residents: preventing negative outcomes. PowerPoint slides from Research Dissemination Core. Oral hygiene care for functionally dependent and cognitively impaired older adults. Iowa City, Ia: University of Iowa Gerontological Nursing Interventions Center, 2002.
Videos
Dental rescue: a guide for carers of the elderly. DVD. Australia: Specialdental Pty Ltd, 2006. (23 min.)
Oral Care for residents with dementia. DVD . Toronto: RNAO.
Based on the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario Best Practice Guidelines, Oral health: nursing assessments and interventions.
Handouts:
Best Practice in LTC Initiative Central South and the Long Term Care Resource Centre Hamilton.
· The Mouth Care Issue: BP Blogger: Cutting through the Foggy Myths Using Best Practice Guidelines in Long Term Care. 2007 2(4).. http://www.rgpc.ca/best/BP%20Blogger-Mouth%20Care%20Apr%202007.pdf
· Approaches for oral care: interventions for residents in long-term care with responsive behaviours, communication or functional impairments. September, 2007. Prepared by D. Scott, ML van der Horst, and D. Bowes. http://www.rgpc.ca
· Oral care knowledge test and answers. From Best practices approach to oral care in LTC resource kit, March, 2008. http://www.rgpc.ca/best/BPC%20-%20Oral%20Care/April%2030th%20Resources/Oral%20Care%20Resource%20Kit%20for%20LTC%20March%202008.pdf
· Medications that impact oral health, http://www.rgpc.ca
National Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion.
· The use and handling of toothbrushes. Infection Control Fact Sheet http://www.cdc.gov/OralHealth/InfectionControl/factsheets/toothbrushes.htm
University of Iowa Gerontological Nursing Interventions Research Center. Oral hygiene care for functionally dependent and cognitively impaired older adults evidence-based protocol, 2002.
· Behavior/Communication dementia problems
· Communication techniques for oral hygiene care.
· Interventions for the prevention of behavioral problems
· Oral health assessment tool
University of Manitoba. Faculty of Dentistry. Center for Community Oral Health.
· Basic mouth care: caring for those with natural teeth, 2006
· Working through daily mouth care, 2006
· Denture labeling, 2006
· What is dry mouth?, 2006
· Oral screening, 2006
· Mouth care helpers for caregivers, 2006
· Health mouth, health person information for caring families, 2006
· Your mouth is connected to your body, 2006
· Gloving for mouth care in personal care homes, 2006
University of Iowa. Iowa Geriatric Education Center. Info-Connect: Oral hygiene care for palliative care residents in nursing homes. http://www.healthcare.uiowa.edu/igec/publications/info-connect/default.asp
University of Iowa. Iowa Geriatric Education Center. Info-Connect: Oral hygiene care for residents with dementia. http://www.healthcare.uiowa.edu/igec/publications/info-connect/default.asp
Additional Resources (available upon request)
Articles:
Brushing up on oral hygiene. Nursing Older People 2008;20(2):14-16.
Fitzpatrick J. Oral health needs of dependent older people: responsibilities of nurses and care staff. Journal of Advanced Nursing 2000;32(6):1325-1332.
Gil-Montoya JA et. al. Oral health protocol for the dependent institutionalized elderly. Geriatric Nursing 2006;27(2):95-101. http://hera.ugr.es/doi/1651936x.pdf
Sweeney M et. al. Oral health care and status of elderly care home residents in Glasgow. Community Dental Health 2007; 24(1): 37-42.
Sarin J. et. al. Reducing the risks of aspiration pneumonia among elderly patients in long-term care facilities through oral health interventions. Journal of the Medical Directors Association 2008;9:128-135.
Videos
Eighmy JB, Medcom i. Providing oral care. 2000. VHS (12 min.)
Senior Living University. Video 2: ADLs creative caregiving—mouthcare, grooming and dressing. DVD (approx. 10 min.)
Yellowitz JA, University of Maryland at Baltimore. Video Press. Brush those teeth and dentures. 1997. VHS (20 min.)
Please complete this form and fax to the J. W. Crane Memorial Library (888-1805), checking off any material you would like to receive. Items will be sent via Medical Courier Limited.
Name: ______
Facility: ______
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Evaluation Form: Oral Care: “Education In-a-Box” from the J. W. Crane Memorial Library
Please fill out this form and return with the “Box” so we can improve future topics in the series.
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Please agree or disagree with the following:
This is an effective way for my facility to receive educational materials.
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The material included was relevant to the topic.
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The articles/books/videos chosen were at a suitable level for staff.
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Materials you found useful:
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Return to:
J. W. Crane Memorial Library, University of Manitoba Health Sciences Libraries
Deer Lodge Centre
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Winnipeg, Manitoba
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This box contains:
(Please ensure all items are returned in-the-box.) Please return the evaluation form provided with the box.)
Bawden ME. Clean those teeth. Perspectives 2006;30(4):15-17.
Coleman P. Oral care provided by certified nursing assistants in nursing homes. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society 2006; 54:138-143.
Sigal MJ. Dental considerations for persons with dementia. Geriatrics and Aging 2006;9(6):414-420.
Welsh, M. Pushed into darkness: how could a toothache lead to blindness. Toronto Star, April 28, 2007.
Yoon MN, Steele CM. The oral care imperative: the link between oral hygiene and aspiration pneumonia. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation 2007;23(3):280-288.
Van der Horst, Mary-Lou.. SHRTN & AKE Fireside Chat Oral Care and Dementia
Dental rescue: a guide for carers of the elderly. DVD. Australia: Specialdental Pty Ltd, 2006. (23 min.)
Oral Care for residents with dementia. DVD . Toronto: RNAO.
Oral hygiene care for long term care residents: preventing negative outcomes.
Ontario. Halton Regional Health Department. Basic oral care.
University of Manitoba. Faculty of Dentistry. Centre for Community Oral Health. Oral health care in personal care homes: a train-the trainer presentation.
The Mouth Care Issue: BP Blogger: Cutting through the Foggy Myths Using Best Practice Guidelines in Long Term
Approaches for oral care: interventions for residents in long-term care with responsive behaviours, communication or functional impairments.
Oral care knowledge test and answers.
Medications that impact oral health
The use and handling of toothbrushes
Behavior/Communication dementia problems
Communication techniques for oral hygiene care.
Interventions for the prevention of behavioral problems
Oral health assessment tool
Basic mouth care: caring for those with natural teeth, 2006
Working through daily mouth care, 2006
Denture labeling, 2006
What is dry mouth?, 2006
Oral screening, 2006
Mouth care helpers for caregivers, 2006
Health mouth, health person information for caring families, 2006
Your mouth is connected to your body, 2006
Gloving for mouth care in personal care homes, 2006
University of Iowa. Iowa Geriatric Education Center. Info-Connect: Oral hygiene care for palliative care residents in nursing homes.
University of Iowa. Iowa Geriatric Education Center. Info-Connect: Oral hygiene care for residents with dementia.
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