Test One Flashcards
Goals in LTC facility and who is responsible to meet those goals?
Help the person maintain highest possible level of function. All team members.
Who is responsible for work that the nurse aides perform?
The charge nurse
What is a survey process and the purpose a survey?
It is an inspection by regulatory agencies to:
- Ensure Quality of Care
- Protect Resident Rights
- Evaluate Compliance
- Identify Areas for Improvement
Its purpose is to maintain high standards of care and accountability in long-term care facilities.
What are some deficiencies?
where the facility does not meet regulatory standards, such as medication errors, inadequate staffing, infection control issues, or resident care neglect. They are identified during surveys and must be corrected promptly to ensure compliance and quality care.
What does OBRA mean?
OBRA stands for Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act. It sets federal standards for nursing homes and long-term care facilities to ensure quality care and rights for residents.
OBRA requires how many hours of continuing education for the nursing assistant each year?
12 hrs
The nurse aide registry is directed by?
DIA
Define nursing task?
A nursing task is a specific duty performed by a nurse to provide patient care, such as administering medications or monitoring vital signs.
When can a nurse aide refuse to perform a task?
- It is outside their scope of practice or training.
- It puts the safety or well-being of the resident or themselves at risk.
- It violates resident rights or facility policies.
- They believe it is not in the best interest of the resident.
Resident Rights- Information
Residents have the right to access information about their health, care plans, and facility rules.
Resident Rights- Refusing treatment
Providers must respect this decision unless the patient lacks decision-making capacity or there is an emergency situation.
Resident Rights- Privacy and Confidentiality
Resident rights to privacy ensure confidentiality of medical information, personal space during care, access to records, private visitation, and dignity during examinations.
Resident Rights- Personal choice
Residents have the right to make choices about their daily routines, healthcare, activities, meals, and finances in long-term care facilities.
Resident Rights- Grievances
Residents have the right to voice grievances and have them addressed promptly in long-term care facilities.
Resident Rights- Work
facilities may offer opportunities for residents to engage in meaningful activities and programs that promote personal fulfillment and social interaction.
Resident Rights- Taking Part in Resident Groups
Residents in long-term care facilities have the right to participate in resident groups and activities that promote social interaction, recreation, and community engagement. These groups can provide opportunities for residents to share experiences, interests, and concerns, fostering a sense of belonging and community within the facility.
Resident Rights- Personal Items
Residents in long-term care facilities have the right to keep personal items that are important to them for comfort and identity.
Resident Rights- Freedom from Abuse, Mistreatment and Neglect
Residents in long-term care facilities have the right to live free from abuse, mistreatment, and neglect. This includes physical, verbal, psychological, sexual, and financial abuse. Facilities must ensure a safe environment and promptly address any concerns or incidents of mistreatment to protect the well-being and dignity of residents.
Resident Rights- Freedom from Restraint
Residents in long-term care facilities have the right to be free from unnecessary physical or chemical restraints.
Resident Rights- Quality of Life
Residents in long-term care facilities have the right to a good quality of life, including respectful care, social activities, autonomy, and a safe environment.
Resident Rights- Activities
Residents in long-term care facilities have the right to participate in activities that promote their well-being, social interaction, and personal interests. These activities enhance quality of life and support residents’ physical, emotional, and mental health.
Resident Rights- Environment
Residents in long-term care facilities have the right to live in a safe, clean, and comfortable environment that promotes their well-being and dignity. This includes access to adequate lighting, ventilation, temperature control, and facilities that support their mobility and independence.
Ethics
Ethics are principles that guide decisions about what is right or wrong, guiding moral behavior and choices.
Boundaries
Boundaries define the limits and expectations in personal and professional relationships. They help establish appropriate interactions, responsibilities, and respect between individuals.
Negligence
Negligence is the failure to exercise reasonable care, resulting in harm or injury to another person.
Defamation
Defamation is the act of making false statements about someone that damages their reputation.
Libel
Libel is a form of defamation that involves making false and damaging statements about someone in writing or through media, such as newspapers or online platforms.
Slander
Slander is a form of defamation that involves making false and damaging spoken statements about someone, harming their reputation.
False Imprisonment
False imprisonment is the unlawful restraint or confinement of a person against their will, without legal justification or consent.
Invasion of Privacy
Invasion of privacy refers to the unauthorized intrusion into someone’s personal matters or private life, violating their right to privacy.
Abuse
Abuse refers to the harmful or mistreatment of someone, often involving physical, emotional, sexual, or financial harm. It can occur in various settings, including domestic environments, institutions, or relationships where trust is breached.
What is a violation of code of ethics?
Receiving gifts
