This learning module is designed to increase your knowledge of the basic data collected for the covered items and how the data is tracked and used. This module is intended for staff who are new to home care as well as those looking to refresh their understanding of these portions of OASIS data collection. Successful completion of the learning module and an 80% score on the post test awards the learner 1 CE hour.

• Identify elements of the patient tracking sheet and describe how the information is used.
• Distinguish between correct and incorrect start of care date entries.
• Identify the 4 categories used to document the reason an OASIS assessment is being completed.
• Determine the appropriate answers to OASIS questions related to patient history, diagnoses, therapies, and hospitalization risk.