CNA LICENSE Flashcards
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ADLs
activities of daily living
Simulate handwashing means
say when you would wash your hands; wash before and after every procedure
What happens during the opening?
- Knock
- Identify patient
- Introduce yourself
- Describe skill
- Obtain permission
- Close curtain
- Wash hands
- Gather supplies
When do you use gloves?
when touching body fluids, a person’s non-intact skin
Ombudsman
a person who is assigned to each long-term care facility to monitor residents’ care, resolve complaints, and ensure fair and safe conditions
Important things when transferring a patient to a wheelchair
- shoes on/non-skid socks
- apply gait belt
- position the chair and lock it
- ensure knee touches the chair and lower pt
- remove belt, foot on rest
important things to know when using a gait belt
- shoes on/non-skid socks
- secure the gait belt (4 fingers to ensure tightness)
- ask if dizzy
Active R.O.M
range of motion done by the patient with direction
Passive R.O.M
range of motion done by a medical professional
Flexion/extension
up/down
ask a question
abduction/adduction
side/side
snow angel
rotation
around
roll cookie dough
pulse
60-100
respiration
12-20
blood pressure
systolic 100-119
distolic 60-79
temperature
97.6-99.6
a mood disorder that may cause intense mental, emotional & physical symptoms and can lead to disability. It may even make other illnesses or conditions worse
clinical depression
ad lib
as desired
BRP
bathroom privileges(independent at toileting)
BSC
Bedside commode(portable toilet)
OOB
out of bed
NPO
nothing by mouth
I & 0
intake and output
cc
cubic centimeter
mL
milliliter
ROM
range of motion
PPE
personal protective equipment
CPR
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HH
home health care
LTC
long term care
A & O
alert & oriented
HOB
head of bed
VS
vital signs
AD
Alzheimer’s Disease
IV
intravenous ( a catheter inserted into a vein to deliver fluids and medications
DON
director of nursing
COPD
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (difficulty breathing
ALF
Assisted living facility
CHF
Congestive heart failure
CVA
Cerebro Vascular Accident (stroke)
MI
myocardial infarction (heart attack)
what age group generally learns to play in groups and develop social relationships, gaining independence and learning to care for themselves
pre-school (ages 3-6)
what is a normal physical event after a patient has died
the eyelids may remain open with a fixed stare
what arm gets undressed first
strong arm
what arm gets dressed first
weak arm
T in TEAMS
how they TOILET
E in TEAMS
special things they EAT
A in TEAMS
any help with ADLs
M in TEAMS
how are they MOVING around
S in TEAMS
SPECIAL request about a patient
contracture
muscles are very stiff
Parkinsons’ Disease
a progressive disease where a section of the brain degenerates and cause muscle stiffness, mask-like facial expression, stooped posture, shuffling walk & tremor
Diabetic patients require inspection of all skin surfaces especially this part of the body due to poor circulation
feet
sundowning
extreme agitation that occurs during the afternoon or night time hours in patients with dementia
trochanter roll
support proper alignment in bedbound patients who cannot move easily. This is a large towel or blanket rolled up and placed next to the patient so that the hips and legs don’t turn outward
Which type of razor does not require shaving cream or soap to be applied to the skin prior to shaving
an electric razor
fracture bedpan
used when patients can’t lift their hips on a regular bedpan
pediculosis
an infestation of lice
incontinence patients
can’t hold their urine and/or bowel movements
when to use the leaf method for washcloths
when washing personal/non-intact areas(face/peri-care)
texas catheter
a male external catheter
color of mecury-free thermometer
blue or green case
a restrained patient should be checked every
15 mins
duration of a mercury-free thermometer
at least 3 mins
fluid balance
a term for taking in and eliminating the same amount of fluids each day
Closed bed
a completely made unoccupied bed
a dressing where in some states, nursing assistants can assist with applying when wounds are closed
non-sterile dressing
Advance Directives
they are written, legal documents that indicate a patient’s wishes or designates someone to speak for the patient, if the patient is unable to make his or her own decisions
living will
- created when healthy
- explains wishes for care
Durable power of attorney
- appoint someone to speak for them if unable for themselves
- also called a healthcare surrogate
- decisions are legally binding with the person
Do Not Resuscitate
- Only for the terminally ill
- all treatments have been tried
- CPR isn’t effective
- doesn’t affect tx
- must be followed and CNA should know
- just report to RN
Delegation
allows nurses to assign additional tasks to unlicensed personnel
fluid taken in vs fluids excreted
they both should be equal
Minerals
essential nutrient in forming cells, making blood, building bones, and producing hormones and include substances such as zinc & calcium
what provide very little nutrional value
simple carbs
A patient has a nasogastric tube inserted into the nose for feeding. What is an important consideration for the CNA when caring for this patient?
CNAs are not permitted to perform tube feedings
Fat-soluble vitamins
vitamins A, D, E, and K
fluid overload occurs when the body can’t process the fluids consumed by the patient & sometimes occurs with/ these diseases
heart & kidney disease
patients with gallbladder disease, high cholesterol levels and disease that interfere w/ fat digestion are generally placed on what diet
low fat/ cholesterol diet
mechanical soft diet
foods for patients w/ difficulty chewing or swallowing
vitamins that can’t be stored in the body and must come from daily intake
B & C
A patient is prescribed a low-salt diet. He complains that his food has no taste and his diet has been poor. What should you do?
offer him low-salt substitute
A patient that can bear weight on both legs but needs help w/ balance may use
a cane
Restorative Care
care that follows rehabilitation, which focuses on maintaining the level of ability achieved during rehabiliatation
special items and equipment that are designed to assist residents with ADLs more independently are
assistive or adaptive devices
