Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care Chapter 1

Long-term Care

• Provides 24-hour skilled care in long-term care facilities for individuals needing extensive supervision.

Skilled Care

• Includes medically necessary assistance delivered by trained nurses or therapists.

Length of Stay

• Refers to the total number of days a person resides in a care facility.

Terminal Illness

• Describes a medical condition that is expected to lead to death.

Chronic Condition

• A long-lasting health issue that can persist indefinitely.

Diagnoses

• Medical conditions identified and defined by healthcare professionals.

Home Health Care

• Services delivered within a patient’s home for convenience and comfort.

Assisted Living

• Facilities designed for individuals requiring some assistance with daily activities.

Adult Day Services

• Programs providing supervision and help during specific daytime hours for individuals needing assistance.

Acute Care

• Intensive, round-the-clock medical care offered in hospitals or surgical centers.

Subacute Care

• Medical care that follows acute care, suitable for patients in hospitals or long-term facilities.

Outpatient Care

• Medical services rendered for less than 24 hours without requiring an overnight stay.

Rehabilitation

• Specialist care aimed at restoring function after an illness or injury.

Hospice Care

• Services for individuals estimated to have six months or less to live, often provided at home or in facilities.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

• Essential tasks that include bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility.

Culture Change

• Transformation of elder care services to prioritize the values and preferences of the individual receiving care.

Person-Directed Care

• Care approach focusing on the individual’s unique needs and fostering community through recognizing abilities.

Assistive or Adaptive Devices

• Tools designed to help individuals perform ADLs more easily.

Chain of Command

• Defines the structure of authority within care settings to ensure appropriate health care delivery.

Scope of Practice

• Defines the range of tasks healthcare providers are permitted to perform according to their training and qualifications.

Medicare

• Federal health insurance program initiated in 1965 targeting individuals aged 65 and up, covering certain disabilities and illnesses.

Medicaid

• Medical assistance program for low-income individuals and those with disabilities, aiding access to healthcare services.

Care Plan

• A structured plan established to meet specific healthcare goals for an individual.

Policy

• Guidelines outlining how to approach recurring situations in care environments.

Procedure

• Documented methods detailing how specific tasks should be accomplished.

Professionalism

• Manifesting suitable behavior while performing job responsibilities.

Compassionate Care

• Involves empathy and a caring attitude towards patients.

Empathy

• The ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

Sympathy

• Involves recognizing and sharing in the emotional experiences of others.

Tactful Communication

• Reflects sensitivity and appropriateness when interacting with others.

Conscientious Work Ethic

• Dedication to performing duties to the best of one's ability, guided by ethical principles.

Ethics in Healthcare

• Awareness and understanding of what is deemed right and wrong in patient care.

Laws

• Regulations established by government entities to uphold order and safety within society.

Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)

• Legislation that mandates minimum training standards for nursing assistants.

Residents' Rights

• Ethical guidelines regarding the treatment of residents in care facilities.

Informed Consent

• Process ensuring individuals make educated decisions regarding their healthcare with the guidance of professionals.

Abuse Types

• Purposeful Mistreatment: Leads to physical, mental, or emotional injury.
• Neglect: Failure to provide necessary care, resulting in harm.

Forms of Abuse

• Physical Abuse: Harm resulting from intentional actions, such as slapping or burning.
• Psychological Abuse: Emotional harm inflicted through intimidation or humiliation.
• Sexual Abuse: Involves forced participation in sexual acts against will.
• Financial Abuse: Misappropriation of a person's financial assets.

Assault and Battery

• Assault: Threat of harm causing fear in an individual.
• Battery: Unauthorized physical contact resulting in harm.

Domestic Violence

• Abuse occurring within familial or intimate relationships.

False Imprisonment

• Illegal restriction of a person’s freedom of movement.

Involuntary Seclusion

• Unconsented isolation from others.

Workplace Violence

• Aggression directed at staff by colleagues, residents, or visitors, including verbal and physical forms.

Signs of Abuse and Neglect

• Indicators such as unexplained injuries, emotional distress, unkempt appearance, or unmet basic needs.

Ombudsman Role

• Advocate for residents' rights, ensuring their voices are heard and concerns addressed within care settings.

Confidentiality

• Obligation to protect personal information from unauthorized disclosure.

HIPAA

• Legislation that safeguards patient privacy and ensures the confidentiality of healthcare information.

Protected Health Information (PHI)

• Sensitive patient data that must remain confidential as per HIPAA regulations.

Incident Reporting

• Necessary documentation of unexpected events or deviations from standard care practices.