Activities of Daily Living and Nursing Care Overview

Questions and Answers

What are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)?

Performing administrative tasks

Helping people with eating, bathing, and dressing (correct)

Providing physical therapy

Gathering medical history

Who is included in the health care team?

Person receiving care, family, staff members, and others responsible for providing care.

What is a nursing team?

Subset of the health care team including RN, LPN, NP.

A direct care worker may also be referred to as a Home Health Aide (HHA).

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What does delegation involve in a nursing context?

A nurse giving authority and responsibility to another to complete specific tasks. Signup and view all the answers

The tasks that you are legally permitted to perform are known as your ______.

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What is empathy?

Seeking to understand and relate to another person's situation, point of view, or feelings. Signup and view all the answers

Define compassion in the context of caregiving.

Recognizing another person's hardship. Signup and view all the answers

What does a Home Health Aide (HHA) do?

Assists with the delivery of nursing care by performing basic nursing tasks under supervision. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a dietician?

Plans meals for optimal health based on knowledge of nutrition. Signup and view all the answers

What is included in a job description?

Job title, duties, responsibilities, scope of practice, purpose, working conditions, and reporting structure. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Nurse Assistant's role involve?

Assists with the delivery of nursing care by performing basic tasks under supervision. Signup and view all the answers

Define a Policy Book.

A formal document reflecting the philosophy and goals of a facility. Signup and view all the answers

What is orientation in a professional context?

An introduction to help one adjust to new surroundings or activities. Signup and view all the answers

What is burnout?

A state of mental or physical exhaustion from being overworked. Signup and view all the answers

Who is a Charge Nurse?

The nurse who supervises during any shift. Signup and view all the answers

What is an In-service Program?

Additional training offered by an employer to keep skills and knowledge up to date. Signup and view all the answers

Define personal stress.

An individual's mental or emotional tension or strain. Signup and view all the answers

What does a positive attitude in the workplace involve?

Doing a job willingly and to the best of your ability without complaint. Signup and view all the answers

What is compensation?

Anything given as an equivalent for loss, damage, or work done. Signup and view all the answers

What does dependability mean in a work context?

Being trustworthy and reliable, such as arriving at work on time. Signup and view all the answers

What is accreditation?

Official recognition that a facility provides care to a certain standard. Signup and view all the answers

Define acute care setting.

A facility specializing in short-term care for sudden illness or injury. Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered a patient?

A person who stays overnight in a hospital. Signup and view all the answers

What is a client in home health care?

A homebound person receiving home health care. Signup and view all the answers

Who is a resident?

A person receiving care in a long-term care setting. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Competency Evaluation Program for a CNA include?

Completion of a state-approved training course and passing the certification exam. Signup and view all the answers

What is inpatient care?

Care received when staying in a hospital. Signup and view all the answers

Define outpatient care.

Care received in a hospital or clinic without an overnight stay. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)?

A federal act regulating care standards for nursing homes and home health agencies. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Fundamental tasks: eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance.

Health Care Team

Comprises the care recipient, family members, staff, and other caregivers involved in providing care.

Nursing Team

A specialized group of the health care team including Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Nurse Practitioners (NPs).

Direct Care Worker

Also known as Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).
Provides hands-on care in various settings for individuals needing long-term support.

Delegation

A process where a nurse assigns specific tasks to a CNA, transferring both authority and responsibility for the task.

Scope of Practice

Refers to the specific tasks that a CNA is legally allowed to perform within their role.

Empathy

The ability to understand and connect with another person's feelings and perspective.

Compassion

Involves recognizing and responding to another individual's difficulties or hardships.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Supports nursing care by performing essential nursing tasks under the supervision of RNs or LPNs.

Dietician

A knowledgeable professional in nutrition who plans meals to enhance the health of patients while considering their enjoyment of food.

Job Description

A formal document outlining job title, responsibilities, scope of practice, purpose, working conditions, and reporting structure.

Nurse Assistant's Role

Provides basic nursing care and support under the supervision of an RN or LPN.

Policy Book

Official document detailing the philosophy and goals of healthcare institutions, establishing actions and standards for staff behavior.

Orientation

An introductory process assisting individuals in adapting to new environments or employment situations.

Burnout

A state of mental or physical fatigue experienced due to prolonged work stress or overexertion.

Charge Nurse

The nurse responsible for supervising staff and patient care during a particular shift.

In-service Program

Employer-offered additional training aimed at maintaining and updating employees' skills and knowledge.

Personal Stress

Characterized by mental or emotional strain, typically associated with anxiety or fear.

Positive Attitude

An approach to work characterized by willingness and commitment to performing duties effectively and without complaint.

Compensation

Refers to payments or equivalents provided for services rendered or losses incurred.

Dependability

The quality of being reliable and trustworthy, exemplified by punctuality and a positive work ethic.

Accreditation

Formal acknowledgment that a healthcare facility meets specified care standards.

Acute Care Setting

Facilities designed to offer immediate care for patients experiencing sudden illness or injury requiring short-term treatment.

Patient

An individual receiving overnight care in an acute care setting, such as a hospital.

Client

A homebound individual who receives care services at home.

Resident

A person receiving care in a long-term care facility.

Competency Evaluation Program

For CNAs, entails completion of a state-certified training course and passing a state certification exam.

Inpatient Care

Medical treatment received while admitted to a hospital.

Outpatient Care

Medical treatment that occurs in a hospital or clinic without requiring an overnight stay.

Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)

A federal statute establishing standards for nursing home and home health care agency regulations.

Home Health Care

Health care services delivered to individuals in their homes, designed to support those with ongoing health needs.

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This quiz covers essential concepts related to Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and the roles within the health care team, including nursing teams and direct care workers. It explores delegation, scope of practice, and important qualities like empathy and compassion in caregiving. Test your knowledge on these fundamental aspects of health care and support for individuals in need.