# PW1113 — Common Health Challenges Introduces students to the aging process and its impact on clients and normal body functions. Students identify common diseases and disorders and their impact on activities of daily living, selecting appropriate care as directed by the plan of care. Covers observing and reporting signs and symptoms, basic medication classifications, and concepts of disease prevention, health promotion, rehabilitation, and restorative care to support client comfort and independence. | | | |---|---| | Code | PW1113 | | Hours | 42 | ## Part of these programs - [Personal Support Worker](/programs/personal-support-worker) --- Source: [https://www.northerncollege.ca/course/pw2013-common-health-care-challenges/](https://www.northerncollege.ca/course/pw2013-common-health-care-challenges/)