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Promoting independence is a part of how a nursing assistant cares for residents?
Promoting independence is a part of how a nursing assistant cares for residents?
True (A)
Styling one's hair is a part of grooming oneself.
Styling one's hair is a part of grooming oneself.
True (A)
Perineal care is care of the fingernails and toenails.
Perineal care is care of the fingernails and toenails.
False (B)
It is best for the NA to make decisions about when and where procedures will be done.
It is best for the NA to make decisions about when and where procedures will be done.
Having care explained before it is performed is a resident's legal right.
Having care explained before it is performed is a resident's legal right.
The NA should knock and wait for permission to enter a resident's room.
The NA should knock and wait for permission to enter a resident's room.
Personal care provides the NA with an opportunity to observe residents' mental state.
Personal care provides the NA with an opportunity to observe residents' mental state.
If a resident appears tired during a procedure, the NA should encourage him to keep going so that the procedure is more efficient.
If a resident appears tired during a procedure, the NA should encourage him to keep going so that the procedure is more efficient.
Before leaving a resident's room, the NA should leave the bed in its highest position.
Before leaving a resident's room, the NA should leave the bed in its highest position.
The call light should always be left where the NA can easily reach it when she returns to the room.
The call light should always be left where the NA can easily reach it when she returns to the room.
The bottom sheet on a resident's bed must be kept tight and free from (blank)?
The bottom sheet on a resident's bed must be kept tight and free from (blank)?
Cloth-covered items that keep the hand or fingers in a normal, natural position are called?
Cloth-covered items that keep the hand or fingers in a normal, natural position are called?
A problem that can result from pulling a resident across the sheets when transferring him is called?
A problem that can result from pulling a resident across the sheets when transferring him is called?
Skin should be kept clean and (blank)?
Skin should be kept clean and (blank)?
Keeps covers from resting on the legs and feet?
Keeps covers from resting on the legs and feet?
One type of material that prevents air from circulating, causing the skin to sweat is?
One type of material that prevents air from circulating, causing the skin to sweat is?
At minimum, the number of hours at which immobile residents should be repositioned?
At minimum, the number of hours at which immobile residents should be repositioned?
Skin this color should not be massaged.
Skin this color should not be massaged.
With a stage 1 pressure injury, skin is intact but may appear red and may be warmer than the area around it.
With a stage 1 pressure injury, skin is intact but may appear red and may be warmer than the area around it.
Immobile residents should be repositioned every four hours.
Immobile residents should be repositioned every four hours.
Areas of the body where bone is close to the skin are at higher risk for skin breakdown.
Areas of the body where bone is close to the skin are at higher risk for skin breakdown.
Residents seated in wheelchairs do not need to be repositioned.
Residents seated in wheelchairs do not need to be repositioned.
The NA should massage any red areas he notices.
The NA should massage any red areas he notices.
Proper nutrition helps keep the skin healthy.
Proper nutrition helps keep the skin healthy.
When transferring or positioning residents, the NA should pull them slowly across the sheets to make the job easier.
When transferring or positioning residents, the NA should pull them slowly across the sheets to make the job easier.
Another name for pressure injuries is decubitus ulcers.
Another name for pressure injuries is decubitus ulcers.
Common sites for pressure injuries are the chest, nose, and hands.
Common sites for pressure injuries are the chest, nose, and hands.
A type of device that helps support and align a limb is called an orthosis.
A type of device that helps support and align a limb is called an orthosis.
Keeps bed covers from resting on the legs.
Keeps bed covers from resting on the legs.
Areas of the body where the bone lies close to the skin.
Areas of the body where the bone lies close to the skin.
Used to help residents who cannot help with turning or moving in bed; helps prevent skin damage from shearing.
Used to help residents who cannot help with turning or moving in bed; helps prevent skin damage from shearing.
Placed against the feet to keep them properly aligned and to prevent foot drop.
Placed against the feet to keep them properly aligned and to prevent foot drop.
Keeps fingers in a natural position.
Keeps fingers in a natural position.
Helps support and align limbs and improve its functioning.
Helps support and align limbs and improve its functioning.
Areas of the body that bear much of its weight.
Areas of the body that bear much of its weight.
Rolled towels used to keep the hips and legs from turning outward.
Rolled towels used to keep the hips and legs from turning outward.
A partial bath includes washing the resident's (blank).
A partial bath includes washing the resident's (blank).
(blank) should be used to wash the resident's face when giving a bed bath.
(blank) should be used to wash the resident's face when giving a bed bath.
Who is best able to choose a comfortable water temperature for the resident?
Who is best able to choose a comfortable water temperature for the resident?
How hot should the water be when shampooing the resident's hair?
How hot should the water be when shampooing the resident's hair?
How often should the resident's perineum be washed?
How often should the resident's perineum be washed?
What product should be used when giving a shower or tub bath? (do not use powder or oils)
What product should be used when giving a shower or tub bath? (do not use powder or oils)
When should gloves be changed during a bed bath?
When should gloves be changed during a bed bath?
What type of clothing would be best for the resident to wear during the day?
What type of clothing would be best for the resident to wear during the day?
For a resident who has weakness or paralysis on one side, the NA should place the (blank) arm or leg through the garment first.
For a resident who has weakness or paralysis on one side, the NA should place the (blank) arm or leg through the garment first.
When undressing a resident who has a weakness or paralysis on one side, the NA should start with the (blank) side.
When undressing a resident who has a weakness or paralysis on one side, the NA should start with the (blank) side.
The resident's clothing for the day should be chosen by who?
The resident's clothing for the day should be chosen by who?
How often should oral care be performed?
How often should oral care be performed?
A fracture pan is used for voiding for?
A fracture pan is used for voiding for?
Men will generally use a (blank) for urination.
Men will generally use a (blank) for urination.
Residents who can get out of bed but cannot walk to the bathroom may use a(n)
Residents who can get out of bed but cannot walk to the bathroom may use a(n)
Another name for portable commode is?
Another name for portable commode is?
When handling body waste, the NA should wear gloves.
When handling body waste, the NA should wear gloves.
Why should the NA note color order and qualities of urine and stool?
Why should the NA note color order and qualities of urine and stool?
Lying flat on the back.
Lying flat on the back.
Lying on either side.
Lying on either side.
Lying on the stomach.
Lying on the stomach.
Semi-sitting position (partially reclined).
Semi-sitting position (partially reclined).
Lying on left side with one leg drawn up.
Lying on left side with one leg drawn up.
Why do residents who spend a lot of time in a bed or wheelchair need to be repositioned often?
Why do residents who spend a lot of time in a bed or wheelchair need to be repositioned often?
In this position, the resident is lying on either side.
In this position, the resident is lying on either side.
In this position, the resident is lying on his stomach.
In this position, the resident is lying on his stomach.
Weaker sides of the body should be referred to as?
Weaker sides of the body should be referred to as?
Reposition residents without causing shearing.
Reposition residents without causing shearing.
Moving a resident as a unit without disturbing alignment.
Moving a resident as a unit without disturbing alignment.
A way to help residents regain balance before standing up.
A way to help residents regain balance before standing up.
A resident in Fowler's position is?
A resident in Fowler's position is?
The NA should check the resident's alignment in the wheelchair after transfer is complete.
The NA should check the resident's alignment in the wheelchair after transfer is complete.
This piece of equipment may be used to help transfer patients who are unable to bear weight on their legs.
This piece of equipment may be used to help transfer patients who are unable to bear weight on their legs.
Lifts help prevent injury to the NA and the resident?
Lifts help prevent injury to the NA and the resident?
When applying a transfer belt, the NA should place it....
When applying a transfer belt, the NA should place it....
If the resident starts to fall during the transfer, the NA should...
If the resident starts to fall during the transfer, the NA should...
Flashcards
Personal Care
Personal Care
Activities like grooming, hygiene, and perineal care to promote resident independence and well-being.
Perineal Care
Perineal Care
Care of the genital area, important for hygiene and preventing infections.
Resident Rights
Resident Rights
Residents have the right to understand care procedures and give informed consent.
Bed Safety
Bed Safety
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Call Light Access
Call Light Access
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Skin Integrity
Skin Integrity
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Repositioning
Repositioning
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Bony Prominences
Bony Prominences
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Pressure Injuries (Stage 1)
Pressure Injuries (Stage 1)
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Orthotic Devices
Orthotic Devices
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Draw Sheet
Draw Sheet
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Footboard
Footboard
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Trochanter Rolls
Trochanter Rolls
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Partial Baths
Partial Baths
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Bed Bath
Bed Bath
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Positioning
Positioning
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Logrolling
Logrolling
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Dangling
Dangling
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Slide Boards
Slide Boards
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Transfer Belts
Transfer Belts
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Fraction Pan
Fraction Pan
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Resident Clothing Choice
Resident Clothing Choice
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Oral Care
Oral Care
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Hygiene
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Study Notes
Personal Care Skills in Nursing Assistance
- Promoting independence is an essential responsibility for nursing assistants (NAs).
- Grooming tasks include activities such as styling one’s hair, which contributes to personal appearance.
- Perineal care refers specifically to the care of the genital area, not fingernails or toenails.
- NAs should not make unilateral decisions about patient care without consulting the residents.
- Residents have the legal right to have care procedures explained to them beforehand.
- NAs are required to knock and wait for permission before entering a resident’s room.
- Personal care allows NAs to observe the mental state of residents, which can be crucial for their wellbeing.
- If a resident appears tired during a procedure, NAs should allow them to rest, rather than pushing them to continue.
- Beds should not be left in the highest position; proper bed height is necessary for resident safety.
- The call light should be accessible to residents, ensuring they can reach it easily if needed.
Bed and Skin Care
- The bottom sheet of a resident’s bed must be smooth and free from wrinkles to prevent skin issues.
- Handrolls help maintain fingers in a natural position and are crucial for comfort.
- Shearing occurs when a resident is pulled on sheets during transfer, which can harm the skin.
- Skin must be kept clean and dry to maintain health and prevent infections.
- A bed cradle is used to keep bed covers off the legs and feet, promoting comfort.
- Plastic materials can cause sweating because they prevent air circulation, which is unhealthy for skin.
Repositioning and Pressure Injuries
- Immobile residents should be repositioned at least every two hours to prevent skin breakdown.
- Red skin areas should not be massaged, as this could worsen potential injuries.
- Stage 1 pressure injuries present as intact skin with redness; they require careful monitoring.
- Routine repositioning is essential even for residents in wheelchairs to avoid pressure injuries.
- Areas where bones are close to the skin, identified as bony prominences, are more susceptible to skin breakdown.
Supportive Devices and Care Techniques
- Orthotic devices support and align limbs to improve function.
- A draw sheet prevents skin damage while transferring residents, ensuring alignment is maintained.
- A footboard ensures feet are properly positioned and helps prevent foot drop.
- Trochanter rolls are rolled towels used to maintain proper leg and hip alignment.
- A partial bath generally involves washing the genitals and areas prone to odor.
Bathing and Dressing Residents
- Use a washcloth and water to wash the resident's face during a bed bath.
- The comfort of water temperature during bathing is best determined by the resident.
- Perineal care is required at least once a day to maintain hygiene.
- Shampoo is the recommended product for showers or baths; powders and oils should be avoided.
- Gloves must be changed before washing the perineal area to maintain hygiene.
Mobility and Transfer Techniques
- Clothing should be chosen by the resident, promoting dignity and personal choice.
- When dressing a resident with weakness, start with the weaker arm or leg.
- Undressing should begin with the stronger side for ease and comfort.
- Oral care should be performed at least twice daily to ensure dental health.
- A fraction pan is designated for residents unable to lift their hips for voiding.
Positions and Transfer Safety
- Various positions such as supine (on back), lateral (on side), and prone (on stomach) are used for residents based on their needs.
- Residents should be repositioned frequently to prevent skin breakdown, especially if they are sedentary.
- Repositioning techniques, like logrolling, help to maintain body alignment during transfers.
- Dangling aids residents in regaining balance before standing, enhancing safety.
- If a resident begins to fall, the NA should bend knees to help lower the resident gently to the floor.
Equipment and Safety Precautions
- Slide boards can assist in transferring residents unable to bear weight on their legs.
- Transfer belts are placed over residents' clothing at the waist to provide safe maneuvering.
- Gloves are required when handling body substances to maintain safety and hygiene.
- Monitoring color and characteristics of urine and stool can indicate potential health issues.
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Test your knowledge on personal care skills covered in CNA Chapter 6. This quiz focuses on promoting independence and essential grooming tasks for nursing assistants. Determine if statements regarding personal care are true or false.
