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Humor in Hospice
$25.00
Overview & Objectives
There is no room for humor in a serious place like hospice, right? Wrong. Humor used appropriately benefits patients, families, healthcare, and hospice workers. This module is a lighthearted and informative look at humor in hospice which includes the physiological, mental health, social, and workplace benefits. It reviews humor with patients and families, inappropriate humor, and developing a sense of humor. If morale is low and hospice aides are stressed out, this is the module for you. The learning objectives for this module include:
- Discuss humor in healthcare
- Describe the physiological benefits of humor
- Review humor in mental health, social networks, and the workplace
- Highlight the benefits of humor with patients and families
- Discuss inappropriate humor
- Develop a plan for incorporating humor
Contents
- Learning Module
- Group Exercise: Laughter Exercises (Seriously!)
- Test Questions
- Instructor Answer Key
- Attendance Sheet
- Evaluation Form Certificate of Attendance
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