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Define culture change.
Define culture change.
A term given to the process of transforming services for elders so that they are based on the values and practices of the person receiving care.
A long-term care facility may also be called what?
A long-term care facility may also be called what?
Nursing Homes
Who is the nurse aide's direct supervisor?
Who is the nurse aide's direct supervisor?
Staff Nurses (RNs, LPNs/LVNs)
Why is the health care team interested in the work the nurse aide does?
Why is the health care team interested in the work the nurse aide does?
What does the term legal liability mean?
What does the term legal liability mean?
What does OBRA do?
What does OBRA do?
Name the Resident Rights.
Name the Resident Rights.
What is an INCIDENT in a healthcare facility?
What is an INCIDENT in a healthcare facility?
Define verbal communication.
Define verbal communication.
Define non-verbal communication, and give examples.
Define non-verbal communication, and give examples.
What things should be reported immediately to your supervisor?
What things should be reported immediately to your supervisor?
Name some common barriers to effective communication.
Name some common barriers to effective communication.
How do you care for a visually impaired person?
How do you care for a visually impaired person?
How do you communicate with a combative resident?
How do you communicate with a combative resident?
Who is responsible for safety in a healthcare facility?
Who is responsible for safety in a healthcare facility?
Name several causes of falls in a healthcare facility/home.
Name several causes of falls in a healthcare facility/home.
Define ethics and give examples of unethical behavior by the nurse aide.
Define ethics and give examples of unethical behavior by the nurse aide.
What is an Ombudsman? What are his/her duties?
What is an Ombudsman? What are his/her duties?
The acronym PASS means?
The acronym PASS means?
What is the best way to stop infections from spreading?
What is the best way to stop infections from spreading?
Name the basic physical needs of all humans.
Name the basic physical needs of all humans.
Name some of the legal rights of a dying resident/patient.
Name some of the legal rights of a dying resident/patient.
Explain abuse, neglect, assault, exploitation as it applies to the resident.
Explain abuse, neglect, assault, exploitation as it applies to the resident.
Who provides rehab to patients/residents?
Who provides rehab to patients/residents?
Where can one obtain information on a patient if the nurse is not available?
Where can one obtain information on a patient if the nurse is not available?
List some of the normal changes of aging.
List some of the normal changes of aging.
Explain which infections may be caused by blood-borne pathogens.
Explain which infections may be caused by blood-borne pathogens.
What does the nurse aide do to prevent accidents to residents?
What does the nurse aide do to prevent accidents to residents?
What type of adjustments must be made by the person entering a nursing home environment?
What type of adjustments must be made by the person entering a nursing home environment?
Who is part of the health care team?
Who is part of the health care team?
What should the nurse aide call a resident when addressing them for any reason?
What should the nurse aide call a resident when addressing them for any reason?
What is mental health?
What is mental health?
Explain how the nurse aide should use his/her body when lifting objects/residents/patients.
Explain how the nurse aide should use his/her body when lifting objects/residents/patients.
When caring for residents, describe the identification process the nurse aide uses prior to offering care.
When caring for residents, describe the identification process the nurse aide uses prior to offering care.
Define the RACE acronym.
Define the RACE acronym.
Define HAI.
Define HAI.
Discuss hospice care goals.
Discuss hospice care goals.
What does palliative mean?
What does palliative mean?
Define ADLs.
Define ADLs.
Define N/V.
Define N/V.
What does CNA mean?
What does CNA mean?
Explain the terms policy and procedure.
Explain the terms policy and procedure.
Define DNR.
Define DNR.
Define DON.
Define DON.
What does the suffix -itis mean?
What does the suffix -itis mean?
Study Notes
Culture Change
- Transforms elder care to align with the values and practices of recipients.
Long-Term Care Facilities
- Also known as Nursing Homes.
Nurse Aide Supervision
- Directly supervised by Staff Nurses (RNs, LPNs/LVNs).
Role of Nursing Assistants
- Perform assigned nursing tasks, enhance personal care, and support patient independence.
Legal Liability
- Refers to the responsibility for harming another individual.
OBRA Overview
- Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (1987) introduced to address poor care in long-term facilities, establishing training minimums for Nurse Aides.
Resident Rights
- Include quality of life, informed choice, privacy, dignity, and the right to complain.
Incidents in Healthcare
- Classified as accidents or unexpected events affecting care delivery.
Communication Types
- Verbal Communication: Involves spoken or written words.
- Non-Verbal Communication: Involves gestures, facial expressions, and body language.
Immediate Reporting
- Report any serious changes in residents' health or safety conditions immediately to supervisors.
Barriers to Effective Communication
- Include mishearing, misunderstandings, slang usage, and cultural language differences.
Caring for Visually Impaired Residents
- Ensure clarity in communication, orientation to surroundings, and utilize non-verbal cues effectively.
Addressing Combative Residents
- Strategies are required for managing aggression calmly and respectfully.
Safety Responsibility
- All healthcare workers share the responsibility for the safety of residents.
Causes of Falls
- Common risks include clutter, poor lighting, and uneven floors.
Ethics in Nursing
- Ethical behavior revolves around honesty and respect; unethical behavior includes ignoring resident privacy or signs of abuse.
Ombudsman Role
- Advocates for residents’ rights and well-being, resolving conflicts and monitoring care conditions.
Fire Safety (PASS)
- PULL, AIM, SQUEEZE, SWEEP when using a fire extinguisher.
Infection Control
- Hand washing is crucial to prevent infection spread.
Basic Physical Needs
- Include food, water, sleep, safety, and comfort.
Rights of Dying Residents
- Include the rights to refuse treatment, have visitors, and maintain privacy.
Types of Mistreatment
- Abuse: Deliberate harm.
- Neglect: Failure to provide necessary care.
- Assault: Threat of harm causing fear.
- Exploitation: Various forms of violence and harassment.
Rehabilitation Services
- Provided by specialists, not nursing assistants.
Protecting Patient Information
- Sharing patient information is strictly regulated under HIPAA laws.
Normal Aging Changes
- Include decreased strength, weight changes, and increased susceptibility to illness.
Bloodborne Pathogen Infections
- Include diseases like AIDS and Hepatitis.
Accident Prevention
- Proper environmental management and immediate responses to hazards are essential for safety.
Emotional Adjustments for New Residents
- Common feelings include fear and uncertainty as residents face health-related changes.
Healthcare Team Members
- Comprises NAs, RNs, LPNs, physicians, therapists, dietitians, and social workers.
Appropriate Resident Address
- Use respectful titles (Mr., Mrs., Name) avoiding informal terms of endearment.
Mental Health Definition
- Refers to the functioning of emotional and cognitive abilities.
Body Mechanics for Lifting
- Proper techniques are essential to avoid injury when lifting patients.
Patient Identification Process
- Must confirm each resident's identity before providing care.
Fire Safety (RACE)
- RACE stands for RESCUE, ALARM, CONFINE, EXTINGUISH.
HAI Definition
- Hospital-Acquired Infection, contracted during hospital care.
Hospice Care Goals
- Aim to enhance the quality of life for patients with terminal illnesses.
Palliative Care Definition
- Focuses on relieving pain without targeting the underlying cause.
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Essential daily tasks that support residents’ health and well-being.
Nausea and Vomiting (N/V)
- Common gastrointestinal symptoms requiring monitoring.
CNA Definition
- Stands for Certified Nursing Assistant, a key role in patient care.
Policies and Procedures
- Policies dictate guiding principles, while procedures outline specific methods for action.
DNR Definition
- Do Not Resuscitate orders indicate no CPR if heartbeat or breathing stops.
DON Definition
- Director of Nursing oversees nursing staff and care quality.
Suffix -itis
- Indicates inflammation, e.g., appendicitis or tonsillitis.
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This quiz provides key flashcard questions and answers to help review important concepts for the CNA Test 1 at MCC. Topics include culture change, long-term care facilities, and nurse aide supervision. Perfect for students preparing for their certification exam.
