GTCC Nurse Aide 1 Modules ABCDE Flashcards

Effective Team Characteristics

• Involvement and idea encouragement are essential for a cohesive team.
• Trust among team members enhances collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Nurse Aide General Duties

• Perform basic nursing and personal care skills.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients.

Infection Control

• Breaking at least one link in the chain of infection is required to stop its spread.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Key items include gloves, gown, mask, and goggles to protect against exposure.

Anaerobic Organisms

• Thrive in environments devoid of oxygen.

Fall Risks in Geriatric Clients

• Unsafe conditions such as spills and improperly secured bedrails increase fall risk.
• Proper locking of wheelchairs and beds is crucial for safety.

Communication Barriers

• Factors that hinder communication include noisy environments, lack of privacy, and mental confusion.
• Physical disabilities such as blindness or speech difficulties can also obstruct effective communication.

Use of Alcohol-Based Hand Rubs

• Appropriate when water access is unavailable, before/after meals, handling food, or during resident care.

Fire Safety (PASS)

• Remember the acronym: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep for effective fire extinguisher usage.

Vulnerable Adults Definition

• Includes older adults and individuals with health conditions like sores or diabetes.

Culture Definition

• Encompasses worldviews, values, beliefs, and traditions passed through generations.

Nurse Aide Supervision

• Directly supervised by nurses and charge nurses who oversee care.

Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs)

• Infections acquired by residents during their stay in healthcare settings.

Standard Precautions

• Basic infection control measures required for all patients to prevent disease spread.

Most Important Disease Prevention Step

• Handwashing is crucial in controlling disease transmission.

Effective Communication Components

• Important elements include the message, the sender, the receiver, and feedback.

Responsibilities of Nursing Assistants

• Tasked with performing basic nursing and personal care skills effectively.

When to Wear Gloves

• Use gloves when in contact with blood, body fluids, sores, mucus membranes, or during personal care activities.

Localized Infection Symptoms

• Symptoms are confined to a specific body part, such as an infected finger.

Fall Prevention Steps

• Assist with walking, clear cluttered environments, provide supervision, and frequently observe residents.

Communicating with Culturally Diverse Clients

• Approach with cultural sensitivity and respect individual preferences during care.

Caring for Clients with Impaired Vision

• Enhance lighting and provide assistance as needed for safer interactions.

OBRA Purpose

• Establishes safety policies and procedures for long-term care facilities.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Symptoms

• Symptoms may include fever, chills, painful urination, strong-smelling urine, and possible blood presence.

Standard Precautions Applicability

• Standard precautions are to be used with all clients regardless of their condition.

Medical Asepsis

• Also known as "clean technique," focused on removing or destroying microorganisms to prevent infection spread.

Managing Choking Clients

• Encourage coughing, alert nursing staff, and follow facility protocols for airway obstruction.

Enhancing Client Communication

• Simplify messages, repeat as necessary, avoid medical jargon, and consider nonverbal cues.

Therapeutic Communication Questions

• Utilize open-ended questions like "Where would you like to begin?" to facilitate dialogue.

Nursing Assistants and Medication Administration

• Nursing assistants are not authorized to administer medications.

Infection Prevention Purpose

• Aims to prevent the spread of infections among residents.

Aerobic Microorganisms Environment

• Require oxygen-rich environments to thrive.

Encouraging Independence in Personal Care

• Instruct residents to be independent while offering assistance when needed.

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