CNA Chapter 1 Review Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following healthcare settings is for people who will die in six months or less?

Hospice (correct)

Skilled nursing facility

Rehabilitation facility

Assisted living

Most conditions in long-term care facilities are chronic.

True

How should Sarah respond to a resident who purchased her a special gift?

Refuse but thank her for thinking of her

A ____ is a method or way of doing.

procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is Medicare?

A health insurance program for people who are 65 or older or younger people who are disabled or ill. Signup and view all the answers

Which member of the care team diagnoses disease and prescribes treatment?

Physician (MD) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following care team members are licensed professionals who delegate jobs to nursing assistants?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

The care team revolves around the resident and his or her condition, treatment, and progress.

True Signup and view all the answers

A nursing assistant should perform an activity if it is not listed in the care plan.

False Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a nursing assistant to report a resident's changes and problems to the nurse?

The care plan must be updated as the resident's condition changes. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a typical task that a nursing assistant performs?

Helping residents with toilet needs Signup and view all the answers

Giving an injection of medication is within the scope of practice for a nursing assistant.

False Signup and view all the answers

What does a professional relationship between a nursing assistant and a resident include?

Keeping resident information confidential Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a professional relationship with an employer?

Documenting carefully Signup and view all the answers

What does the chain of command do?

It helps protect nursing assistants and their employers from liability. Signup and view all the answers

What should a nursing assistant do if she suspects a resident is being abused?

Report it to the nurse immediately and let him/her handle it from there. Signup and view all the answers

What should a nursing assistant do when performing a procedure on a resident?

Explain the procedure fully before performing it. Signup and view all the answers

Nursing assistants must have at least 75 hours of training as a requirement of OBRA.

True Signup and view all the answers

For a nursing assistant, what does confidentiality mean?

Keeping private things private. Signup and view all the answers

Why was HIPAA created?

To keep health information private and secure. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of abuse occurs when a family member makes a derogatory comment about a resident's appearance?

Psychological abuse Signup and view all the answers

If you make a mistake in documenting care, what should you do?

Draw one line through it, and write the correct words. Signup and view all the answers

A resident's protected health information (PHI) may be shared with?

Only those who need the information for care or processing of records. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of physical abuse?

Shoving a resident Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the person assigned by law to be the legal advocate for residents?

Ombudsman Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following shows the correct conversion of 9:00 PM to military time?

2100 hours Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Healthcare Settings and Roles

Hospice provides care for individuals expected to live six months or less.
Long-term care primarily addresses chronic conditions among residents.
Physicians (MDs) diagnose diseases and prescribe treatments.

Nursing Assistant Responsibilities

Nursing assistants (NAs) should refuse gifts from residents while expressing gratitude.
NAs must follow care plans strictly and should not perform activities not outlined therein.
Reporting changes in a resident's condition is crucial as it necessitates updates to the care plan.

Professional Relationships

Confidentiality is essential in maintaining a professional relationship with residents.
Documenting accurately reflects a professional relationship with employers.
The chain of command helps protect NAs and employers from legal issues.

Abuse and Safeguards

NAs must report suspected abuse to a nurse immediately.
Psychological abuse includes derogatory remarks about a resident's condition or appearance.
Physical abuse is exemplified by acts such as shoving a resident.

Legal and Ethical Considerations

OBRA requires nursing assistants to complete at least 75 hours of training.
Confidentiality involves keeping private information secure and sharing protected health information (PHI) only with individuals necessary for care.
HIPAA was established to ensure the privacy and security of health information.

Procedures and Documentation

NAs should explain procedures to residents before performing them to ensure understanding.
If a documentation error occurs, it should be corrected by drawing a line through the mistake and writing the correct information.
Ombudsmen serve as legal advocates for residents, ensuring their rights are protected.

Time Conversion

Conversion of 9:00 PM to military time is represented as 2100 hours.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering key concepts from CNA Chapter 1. This review includes important details about healthcare settings, long-term care, and the nurse-resident relationship. Perfect for exam preparation!