Questions and Answers
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?
Nursing Homes
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?
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What does the term legal liability mean?
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What does OBRA do?
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Name the Resident Rights.
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What is an INCIDENT in a healthcare facility?
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Define verbal communication.
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Define non-verbal communication, and give examples.
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What things should be reported immediately to your supervisor?
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Name some common barriers to effective communication.
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How do you care for a visually impaired person?
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How do you communicate with a combative resident?
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Who is responsible for safety in a healthcare facility?
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Name several causes of falls in a healthcare facility/home.
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Define ethics and give examples of unethical behavior by the nurse aide.
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What is an Ombudsman? What are his/her duties?
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The acronym PASS means?
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What is the best way to stop infections from spreading?
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Name the basic physical needs of all humans.
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Name some of the legal rights of a dying resident/patient.
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Explain abuse, neglect, assault, exploitation as it applies to the resident.
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Who provides rehab to patients/residents?
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Where can one obtain information on a patient if the nurse is not available?
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List some of the normal changes of aging.
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Explain which infections may be caused by blood-borne pathogens.
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What does the nurse aide do to prevent accidents to residents?
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What type of adjustments must be made by the person entering a nursing home environment?
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Who is part of the health care team?
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What should the nurse aide call a resident when addressing them for any reason?
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What is mental health?
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Explain how the nurse aide should use his/her body when lifting objects/residents/patients.
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When caring for residents, describe the identification process the nurse aide uses prior to offering care.
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Define the RACE acronym.
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Define HAI.
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Discuss hospice care goals.
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What does palliative mean?
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Define ADLs.
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Define N/V.
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What does CNA mean?
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Explain the terms policy and procedure.
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Define DNR.
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Define DON.
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What does the suffix -itis mean?
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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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