This self-learning module has been created to increase staff awareness of the needs unique to various patient populations cared for at UC Davis Health System. The purpose of this self-learning module is to assure that staff is competent and aware of the physical, motor/sensory, cognitive, and psychosocial characteristics unique to specific patient populations.

UC Davis Health System considers special needs and behaviors of each specific patient age group in defining the qualifications, duties and responsibilities of staff who do and do not have clinical privileges. Staff at UC Davis Health System will also validate competency by reviewing the self-study course and completing the written post-test.

To complete this module, you must review the information, complete the post-test and print the certificate of completion for your records through HealthStream. Successful completion of this module requires a passing score of 80% or better on the exam. Upon completion of this course, the information will be entered into your education record.

To get started, log into HealthStream and click on Catalog. Once there you may search for Age Specific or open the category view and click on Center for Nursing Education. Click on the self-study module and enroll in the course to begin the module.