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What is an essential component of professionalism in nursing assisting?
What is an essential component of professionalism in nursing assisting?
- Strictly following medical protocols
- Prioritizing physical tasks over communication
- Effective verbal and non-verbal communication (correct)
- Minimizing patient contact
Which body systems should be focused on in basic anatomy and physiology for nursing assisting?
Which body systems should be focused on in basic anatomy and physiology for nursing assisting?
- Integumentary, lymphatic, muscular, and digestive
- Circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and musculoskeletal (correct)
- Nervous, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive
- Cardiovascular, respiratory, skeletal, and digestive
What must be reviewed in the HOSA guidelines for Nursing Assisting?
What must be reviewed in the HOSA guidelines for Nursing Assisting?
- Event structure, attire requirements, and penalties (correct)
- List of medications and their side effects
- Types of medical equipment used
- Common diseases and their treatments
Which technique is not typically included in patient care skills for nursing assistants?
Which technique is not typically included in patient care skills for nursing assistants?
What is the primary focus of infection control in nursing assisting?
What is the primary focus of infection control in nursing assisting?
What type of knowledge does the written exam in the HOSA Nursing Assisting event cover?
What type of knowledge does the written exam in the HOSA Nursing Assisting event cover?
Which practice is important for preparing for the HOSA Nursing Assisting competition?
Which practice is important for preparing for the HOSA Nursing Assisting competition?
What ethical consideration must nursing assistants maintain regarding patient information?
What ethical consideration must nursing assistants maintain regarding patient information?
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Basic Anatomy & Physiology
Basic Anatomy & Physiology
Understanding the parts of the body and how they work together. Examples include the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and musculoskeletal systems.
Medical Terminology
Medical Terminology
Knowing the proper terms used in healthcare settings. Examples include words like 'hypertension' or 'diastolic'.
Vital Signs
Vital Signs
Knowing how to measure blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and oxygen saturation.
Patient Transfer
Patient Transfer
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Infection Control
Infection Control
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Aseptic Technique
Aseptic Technique
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Communication Skills
Communication Skills
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Ethics & Confidentiality
Ethics & Confidentiality
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Study Notes
HOSA Nursing Assisting Competitive Event Preparation
- Review HOSA guidelines for Nursing Assisting, including event structure, attire (scrubs), time limits, and penalties.
Medical Knowledge
- Focus on key body systems: circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and musculoskeletal.
- Learn medical terminology related to nursing.
- Understand proper hand hygiene, PPE, and disease transmission prevention.
Clinical Skills
- Master vital signs: measuring blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and oxygen saturation.
- Demonstrate patient care skills including bedmaking (occupied and unoccupied), transferring patients, bathing, oral care, feeding, and dressing.
- Practice mobility assistance: ambulation, gait belt use, and range of motion exercises.
- Understand aseptic technique: sterile procedures and equipment handling.
- Develop CPR and first-aid knowledge for basic life support.
Professionalism
- Develop effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills with patients and team members.
- Demonstrate respect for patient privacy (HIPAA), informed consent, and professionalism.
Written Knowledge Test
- Study nursing theory, safety, and infection control.
- Use certified nursing assistant (CNA) guides or HOSA study materials.
Practice and Preparation
- Use nursing skill videos or checklists to perfect techniques.
- Practice under timed conditions to simulate the competitive environment.
Resources
- Mosby's or Pearson nursing assistant textbooks
- HOSA Nursing Assisting Guidelines
- Online skill demonstration videos (YouTube or training resources)
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