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What is the primary goal of acute care?
What is the primary goal of acute care?
- To stabilize the patient and discharge as soon as safely allowed (correct)
- To treat chronic illness
- To provide long-term care
- To focus on patient education
What are some responsibilities of a Nursing Assistant?
What are some responsibilities of a Nursing Assistant?
Vital signs, ambulation, measuring intake and output, caring for residents before and after surgery, bathing and repositioning residents.
Most acute care facilities are not accredited or surveyed by the Joint Commission.
Most acute care facilities are not accredited or surveyed by the Joint Commission.
False (B)
Sub-acute care facilities are designed to treat residents who still require ___ skilled nursing care but are more medically stable.
Sub-acute care facilities are designed to treat residents who still require ___ skilled nursing care but are more medically stable.
What qualities are preferred in a Nursing Assistant?
What qualities are preferred in a Nursing Assistant?
Which of the following best describes long-term care facilities?
Which of the following best describes long-term care facilities?
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Study Notes
Introduction to CNA Certification
- Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) play a critical role in providing care under the supervision of nurses in various healthcare settings.
Roles and Responsibilities
- CNAs are responsible for monitoring vital signs, assisting with ambulation, measuring intake and output, and providing post-operative care.
- Duties also include bathing and repositioning residents to enhance comfort and hygiene.
Work Settings for Nursing Assistants
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Acute Care:
- Offers short-term care for patients with immediate health issues.
- Aims to stabilize patients and facilitate discharge when safe.
- Typically the costliest healthcare option.
- Facilities accredited by the Joint Commission, with surveys mandated every three years.
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Sub-Acute Care:
- Targets residents needing 24-hour skilled nursing but who are medically stable.
- Emphasizes patient education to prevent future hospitalizations.
- Governed either by the Joint Commission or state regulators based on facility type.
- Often associated with rehabilitation goals.
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Long-Term Care Facilities:
- Includes nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs).
- Focus on providing extended skilled nursing care.
Preferences and Traits for CNAs
- Flexibility to adapt to varying patient needs and environments.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced healthcare settings.
- Enjoyment of interpersonal interactions and the dynamic nature of the role.
- Competence in adapting to new technologies in patient care.
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