Admissions, Discharges, And Tranfers Flashcards
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Q
How is the patient feeling or what are they thinking when admitted to a LTCF?
A
Wondering how long they will be there Is it good care? What others are like What treatment is like How serious the condition is They feel embarrassed, sad, scared, anxious, mad
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Q
How does the family feel during admission of parent or other family member?
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Guilt Relief Anxious Anger Curious to know schedule When they can visit
2
Q
How often is weight taken?
A
Monthly
3
Q
When admitted to a hospital or LTCF what do you do as a CNA?
A
Check for sores
Assess if cognitively impaired
Address as mr/mrs
Make list of the belongings
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Q
What do you do as a CNA when discharged?
A
Make sure doctor has ordered
Check the list to make sure everything is on it from when admitted
Get them dressed
5
Q
What is an open bed?
A
Linen is down, ready for the person to get in
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Q
What is a closed bed?
A
Linen is up
7
Q
What is the quickest way to make a bed?
A
Only take off what is needs to be off
Stay on one side and do all on that side then move to other side
