Course Description

A Diploma in Bedside Assistant (DBA) is a short-term healthcare course designed to train individuals in providing basic patient care and support to nurses and doctors in hospitals, clinics, and home care settings.

Course Overview

• Duration: 6 months to 1 year
• Eligibility: 10th or 12th pass (varies by institution)
• Mode: Offline/Online (depending on the institution)
• Career Opportunities: Bedside Assistant, Nursing Aide, Patient Care Assistant, Home Health Aide

Syllabus (Common Subjects)

1. Introduction to Healthcare & Patient Care

   • Basics of hospital functioning
   • Role & responsibilities of a bedside assistant
   • Ethical and legal aspects of patient care

2. Anatomy & Physiology

   • Basic human body structure
   • Functions of major organs
   • Common diseases & disorders

3. Basic Nursing & Hygiene

   • Assisting patients in daily activities (bathing, feeding, dressing)
   • Maintaining hygiene & infection control
   • Positioning and mobilization of patients

4. Medical Equipment Handling

   • Use of basic medical tools (thermometer, BP monitor, oxygen mask)
   • Assisting in setting up patient rooms

5. Emergency First Aid & CPR

   • Basic life-saving techniques
   • Wound care & bandaging
   • Handling emergency situations

6. Nutrition & Dietetics

   • Basic dietary requirements for patients
   • Feeding techniques for bedridden patients

7. Communication & Soft Skills

   • Effective communication with patients and healthcare staff
   • Patient handling with empathy and care

8. Internship/Practical Training

   • Hands-on training in hospitals or healthcare centers