This document provides information about a pre-assessment for a TLE teacher training course on caregiving. It includes questions about medical equipment like a thermometer and sphygmomanometer. It also lists the normal ranges for body temperature and blood pressure. Additionally, it outlines 8 qualities of an effective caregiver such as being selfless, a good communicator, patient, flexible, and compassionate. The final section announces a lesson on signs that will discuss the different types of equipment used to measure vital signs and why accurately identifying these tools is important for patient care.

1. TR. ERWIN N. BANGUIS
TLE TEACHER
(TLE-9)

3. (Community Based Residential Facility), (Masachusettes)

6. PRE-ASSESSMENT
1. A. stethoscope
2. D. Thermometer
3. A. 37.5 b. 37, c. 41, d.36
4. C. air pot
5. D. rest
6. C. separate colored
7. C. Dietetic scale
8. Nurse, doctor, caregiver, all of the above
9. C. flat iron
10. Clean the coffee blender,

7. 8 Qualities & Characteristics of a Caregiver
1. Constantly Giving of Themselves
Caregivers are always putting the needs of others before their own. They’re always
willing to lend a helping hand, whether it’s running errands, cooking meals, providing
transportation, or simply being a companion. This selfless attitude is one of the most
admirable qualities a person can have.
2. Great Communicators
Caregivers know how to communicate effectively with the people in which they are
providing care. They understand that different people have different communication needs,
needs, and they’re able to adjust their style accordingly. This ability to communicate clearly is
clearly is essential in providing quality care.
3. Have a Lot of Patience
Caregivers know that some days are going to be more challenging than others but the
the patience shown when faced with opposition is unmatched. This patience is often very
very helpful in diffusing difficult situations.

8. 4. Flexible
Caregivers are flexible people who are able to adapt to changing circumstances.
They’re able to roll with the punches and make necessary adjustments on the fly. This
ability to go with the flow is a valuable asset in any caregiver’s toolkit.
5. Have a Positive Outlook
Caregivers understand that there will be good days and bad days. They try to focus
on the positive and find the silver lining in every situation. This positive outlook is
contagious and can often help the people they’re caring for feel better about
themselves.
6. They are Resourceful
Caregivers are always looking for new ways to help their patients. They’re
constantly researching new resources and keeping up with the latest developments in
home health care. This resourcefulness is invaluable in providing quality patient care.

9. 7. Caregivers are Strong
Caregivers are some of the strongest people you’ll ever meet. They have to
be because they deal with challenging situations on a daily basis. They have to
be strong for not only their patients but their patients’ families as well, even
when they don’t feel like it themselves.
8. Compassionate
Caregivers are some of the most compassionate people one can ever
encounter. They genuinely care about the people and have a desire to make
their lives as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. This compassion is one of
the key defining characteristics of a caregiver.

10. LESSON 1

13. SIGNS

30. 1. Different types of Thermometer (2)
2. Different types of Sphygmomanometer (3)
3. What is the normal blood pressure of a person.
4. What is the normal body Temperature of a person.
5. What equipment would you use to measure the blood
pressure of a person
6. Equipment used in taking temperature of a person.
II.
1. Why is it really important to identify what tool should
we use in taking patients vital signs?