The program will introduce support staff to various sections of the MDS 3.0 that they may be asked to complete. It will discuss the history of the MDS and RAI process including the evolutionary changes of the MDS process. The program will also identify the major changes from MDS 2.0 to MDS 3.0. Guidelines and instructions for conducting assessments, interview techniques and correct coding will be provided.

For schedule information view Seminar Flyer for the Date/Location you plan on attending.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Discuss the history of the MDS (Minimum Data Set and RAI (Resident Assessment Instrument) Process and how MDS 3 evolved.
  
  
• Discuss the MDS 3.0 Manual
  and its composition.
  
  
• Discuss Section C of the MDS 3.0 Manual in regards to Cognitive Patterns (BIMS) Staff Assessment.

• Discuss Item C1300 the Signs and Symptoms of Delirium.
  
  
• Discuss Section D of the MDS 3.0 Manual in regards to Mood.
  
  
• Discuss Section E of the MDS 3.0 Manual in regards to Behavior.

• Discuss Section F of the MDS 3.0 Manual in regards to Preferences for Customary Routine and activities.
  
  
• Discuss Section K of the MDS 3.0 Manual in regards to Swallowing / Nutritional Status.
  
  
• Discuss Section O of the MDS 3.0 Manual in regards to Special Treatments, Programs and Procedures.