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What are alcohol-based hand rubs used for?
What are alcohol-based hand rubs used for?
Only when hands are not visibly soiled.
What vaccine must health care facilities offer for free?
What vaccine must health care facilities offer for free?
HBV
When washing your hands, how many seconds do you use friction?
When washing your hands, how many seconds do you use friction?
At least 20 seconds
What do you do when someone asks you a question?
What do you do when someone asks you a question?
What does the acronym AMB stand for?
What does the acronym AMB stand for?
What does the acronym BM stand for?
What does the acronym BM stand for?
What does the acronym CPR stand for?
What does the acronym CPR stand for?
What does the acronym OOB stand for?
What does the acronym OOB stand for?
What does the acronym VS stand for?
What does the acronym VS stand for?
What type of care does OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) set standards for?
What type of care does OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) set standards for?
Are we responsible for supervising anyone as a CNA?
Are we responsible for supervising anyone as a CNA?
As a CNA, what is our goal when assisting residents?
As a CNA, what is our goal when assisting residents?
Which blood borne pathogens affect our immune system?
Which blood borne pathogens affect our immune system?
Regarding a resident's information, what must you ensure?
Regarding a resident's information, what must you ensure?
Example of ADL's includes?
Example of ADL's includes?
What is the purpose of the Indiana State Survey?
What is the purpose of the Indiana State Survey?
Where do we come into contact with microorganisms?
Where do we come into contact with microorganisms?
When would you wear gloves?
When would you wear gloves?
Would a hospital be considered a long-term facility?
Would a hospital be considered a long-term facility?
What are airborne precautions?
What are airborne precautions?
If you have someone on airborne precautions, would you also use standard precautions?
If you have someone on airborne precautions, would you also use standard precautions?
Are airborne precautions the same as standard precautions?
Are airborne precautions the same as standard precautions?
Does every resident need the exact same amount of assistance?
Does every resident need the exact same amount of assistance?
Can a nurse ask a CNA to give medication to residents?
Can a nurse ask a CNA to give medication to residents?
Can a nurse ask a CNA to catheterize a patient?
Can a nurse ask a CNA to catheterize a patient?
Can a nurse ask you to perform a procedure that requires sterile technique?
Can a nurse ask you to perform a procedure that requires sterile technique?
Can a CNA feed a resident a special diet?
Can a CNA feed a resident a special diet?
Anytime you handle anything clean or dirty, it is best to handle it how?
Anytime you handle anything clean or dirty, it is best to handle it how?
Why can we not wear artificial nails in long-term care?
Why can we not wear artificial nails in long-term care?
What is the chain of command for long-term care?
What is the chain of command for long-term care?
What are some symptoms of abuse?
What are some symptoms of abuse?
Why do we give a resident a call light?
Why do we give a resident a call light?
Can a resident vote?
Can a resident vote?
Can a resident share a room with a significant other?
Can a resident share a room with a significant other?
Can a resident work within a facility if they want to?
Can a resident work within a facility if they want to?
What type of abuse is it if you make rude and insensitive remarks to a resident?
What type of abuse is it if you make rude and insensitive remarks to a resident?
Is vomiting a symptom of influenza?
Is vomiting a symptom of influenza?
Know the following infection: MRSA. What does it stand for?
Know the following infection: MRSA. What does it stand for?
What is an activities director responsible for?
What is an activities director responsible for?
Which symptom should you report immediately?
Which symptom should you report immediately?
What is a nosocomial infection?
What is a nosocomial infection?
What is palliative care?
What is palliative care?
What are the two most common nosocomial infections?
What are the two most common nosocomial infections?
In a patient's room, where can you put clean lining?
In a patient's room, where can you put clean lining?
What is the scope of practice for CNA set by the state of Indiana?
What is the scope of practice for CNA set by the state of Indiana?
What is a care plan?
What is a care plan?
Are CNA's responsible for reporting any changes of a resident to the nurse?
Are CNA's responsible for reporting any changes of a resident to the nurse?
What is the term that means misuse of property?
What is the term that means misuse of property?
What are the correct order of initial steps of RCP #1?
What are the correct order of initial steps of RCP #1?
Is making a promise that you don't intend to keep a form of abuse?
Is making a promise that you don't intend to keep a form of abuse?
How do you respect a resident's privacy?
How do you respect a resident's privacy?
Would it be an invasion of privacy for a patient if you touched their belongings without permission?
Would it be an invasion of privacy for a patient if you touched their belongings without permission?
Can slander be intentional and/or unintentional?
Can slander be intentional and/or unintentional?
What is our first line of defense against infection?
What is our first line of defense against infection?
What can contribute to infection in a resident?
What can contribute to infection in a resident?
Do you need to use hand hygiene before resident contact?
Do you need to use hand hygiene before resident contact?
Do you use hand hygiene after being exposed to blood?
Do you use hand hygiene after being exposed to blood?
Do you use hand hygiene after having contact with a resident?
Do you use hand hygiene after having contact with a resident?
Do you use hand hygiene after contacting a resident's surroundings?
Do you use hand hygiene after contacting a resident's surroundings?
Do you use hand hygiene when performing an aseptic task?
Do you use hand hygiene when performing an aseptic task?
What is the sequence of putting on personal protective equipment?
What is the sequence of putting on personal protective equipment?
What type of precautions are needed for someone who has tuberculosis (TB)?
What type of precautions are needed for someone who has tuberculosis (TB)?
Where can we place dirty linens?
Where can we place dirty linens?
What is the government agency that protects workers from safety hazards on the job?
What is the government agency that protects workers from safety hazards on the job?
What can you never use to clean with a patient who has c-Diff?
What can you never use to clean with a patient who has c-Diff?
What are the two positions to prevent aspiration if a resident is vomiting?
What are the two positions to prevent aspiration if a resident is vomiting?
What are symptoms of a heart attack?
What are symptoms of a heart attack?
What is the first thing you do (as a CNA) when you see a patient having a seizure?
What is the first thing you do (as a CNA) when you see a patient having a seizure?
What are the three things that we need to start a fire?
What are the three things that we need to start a fire?
What is the term when a resident gets stuck in their siderail?
What is the term when a resident gets stuck in their siderail?
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Study Notes
Hand Hygiene and Infection Control
- Alcohol-based hand rubs are effective only when hands are not visibly soiled.
- Wash hands with friction for at least 20 seconds to ensure cleanliness.
- Wear gloves when coming into contact with bodily fluids, while shaving someone, or assisting with bathroom needs.
- Hand hygiene is crucial after exposure to blood, contact with a resident, or in a resident's surroundings.
- Do not use alcohol-based hand sanitizers for cleaning after a patient with C-Diff; use soap and water instead.
- Skin is the body's first line of defense against infections.
Resident Care Principles and Rights
- Follow the scope of practice; ensure to find answers if questions arise about patient care.
- Resident rights include the ability to vote, share a room with a partner, and work within the facility.
- Confidentiality must be maintained regarding residents' personal information.
- Ensure residents' privacy by pulling curtains, shutting doors, and keeping them covered during care.
Infection Awareness
- Common bloodborne pathogens affecting the immune system include HBV, HCV, and HIV.
- MRSA is an antibiotic-resistant staph infection commonly acquired in healthcare settings and can spread through direct and indirect contact.
- Scabies is caused by mites, leading to rashes and itching, and it's highly contagious.
- C-Diff results from antibiotic overuse, causing severe diarrhea and requires stringent infection control.
- Nosocomial infections refer to infections acquired in healthcare settings, notably affecting the urinary and respiratory systems.
Abuse and Neglect
- Types of abuse include psychological abuse, which can involve harsh remarks or broken promises.
- Symptoms of abuse may present as suspicious marks, changes in behavior, or signs of fear.
- Misappropriation refers to the misuse of a resident's property.
Care Procedures and Protocols
- Initial steps of resident care include verifying resident needs, gaining permission to enter, and ensuring a hygienic environment.
- A care plan outlines residents' needs, goals, and approaches to ensure personalized care.
- Report any significant changes in a resident's condition, such as rashes or bruises, to nursing staff immediately.
Safety and Emergency Procedures
- Standard precautions must be integrated with airborne precautions when dealing with patients on those protocols.
- In case of a patient experiencing a seizure, stay with them and call for a nurse immediately.
- In case of fire, be aware that fuel, heat, and oxygen are essential components that can contribute to the fire.
- Make sure to position a vomiting resident in Lateral or Semi-Fowler's positions to prevent aspiration.
Equipment and Safety Regulations
- Personal protective equipment should be donned in the order of gown, mask, goggles, and gloves to maximize safety.
- OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is responsible for protecting workers from job hazards.
- Proper handling techniques involve keeping clean or dirty items away from the body to minimize contamination risks.
Activity and Engagement
- Activities directors play a crucial role in organizing resident activities to promote social interaction and mental engagement.
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