CH 11 Review Flashcards
What is one way that CNA’s help Pt. make a successful transition to LTC Facility?
By giving emotional support such as listening, as well as being kind, compassionate, and helpful.
list 8 guidelines for CNA’s to follow to help Pt. during the admission process
- Prepare the room before Pt. arrives (feels welcome)
- introduce yourself and state your position. smile and be friendly
- never rush the process or the new Pt.
- explain day-to-day process in the facility
- handle personal items with care and respect
- place personal items where Pt. wants them
- let them adapt at their own pace
- offer to give a tour
how many inches are in a Ft.?
12 in in 1 Ft
what is one CNA’s responsibility when assisting a Pt. with an in-house transfer?
Helps Pt. Pack
lets him know about the whole procedure
list 8 types of information that the nurse may cover with the resident and her family and friends during the discharge process
- future Dr. appt.
- home care
- medications
- ambulation instructions
- medical transportation
- any restrictions on activities
- medical equipment needed
- special dietary requirements
what are 2 ways that CNA’s provide emotional support to Pt. who are having physical exams?
by being comforting and by listening and answering questions within their scope of practice
in which position is a resident lying on her abdomen with her knees pulled toward the abdomen, with her arms pulled up and flexed, and her head turned to one side?
Knee-chest position
which position involves placing the woman feet in padded stirrups and is generally used to examine the vagina?
lithotomy position
in which position is a Pt. lying flat on her back with her knees flexed and feet on the bed?
dorsal recumbent position