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Everyday Relaxation Techniques
$25.00
Overview & Objectives
This inservice is a follow-up to the The Mind-Body Connection. It contains a brief review of the mind-body connection and highlights activities in everyday life that can be used to manage stress: Music, exercise, social connectedness, volunteering, humor, hobbies, nature, forgiveness, gratitude, random acts of kindness, and mindfulness. Completion of The Mind-Body Connection inservice is recommended as a prerequisite to this module. The emphasis for hospice aides is learning how to manage their own stress to be in a better position to help patients and families with their stress. This module contains the following learning objectives:
- Read a brief review of the stress response
- Identify everyday activities for stress management
- Discuss the rationale for daily stress management
- Review mindfulness in everyday life
- Develop a regular practice of self-care
Contents
- Learning Module
- Discussion Topics
- Test Questions
- Instructor Answer Key
- Attendance Sheet
- Evaluation Form
- Certificate of Attendance
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- Test Questions
- Instructor Answer Key
- Attendance Sheet
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- Test Questions
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- Attendance Sheet
- Evaluation Form
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