MATC CNA Final Flashcards
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What are the purposes for completing the CNA course?

Gain knowledge and skills needed to care for people; Be eligible to gain certification through the state test.

What is the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act or OBRA 87?

Established minimum standards to improve quality of life and of care for residents in long-term care and nursing homes.

What is neglect?

Failure to provide the person with the goods or services needed to avoid physical harm, mental anguish, or mental illness.

What is negligence?

<p>An unintentional wrong in which a person did not act in a reasonable and careful manner and a person or the person's property was harmed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is abuse?

<p>The willful infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or punishment that results in physical harm, pain, or mental anguish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Medicare?

<p>A federal health insurance program for persons 65 years of age or older and younger people with certain disabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Medicaid?

<p>A health care payment program sponsored by the federal government and operated by the states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hospice?

<p>A health care agency or program for persons who are dying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List the categories of CNA roles.

<p>Activities of daily living; Taking care of resident's living space; Food service; Record-keeping; Communication &amp; teamwork.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are 3 things a CNA never does?

<p>Administer medication; Accept orders from a resident's physician; Reveal information from a resident's chart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is exploitation?

<p>Taking something that is someone else's; CNA's cannot take things from residents even if the resident offers it to them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Normal oral temperature range is between _____ and _____ degrees Fahrenheit.

<p>97.6°F-99.6°F</p> Signup and view all the answers

Normal rectal temperature range is between _____ and _____ degrees Fahrenheit.

<p>98.6°F-100.6°F</p> Signup and view all the answers

Normal axillary temperature range is _____ to _____ degrees Fahrenheit.

<p>96.6°F-98.6°F</p> Signup and view all the answers

Normal tympanic temperature range is _____ to _____ degrees Fahrenheit.

<p>97.6°F-99.6°F</p> Signup and view all the answers

Average pulse range is _____ to _____ bpm.

<p>60 bpm to 100 bpm</p> Signup and view all the answers

Tachycardia is defined as a pulse greater than _____ bpm.

<p>100 bpm</p> Signup and view all the answers

Brachycardia is defined as a pulse less than _____ bpm.

<p>60 bpm</p> Signup and view all the answers

Average respiratory rate is _____ to _____ breaths per minute.

<p>14-20 breaths per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

Systolic blood pressure range is _____ to _____ mmHg.

<p>100-190</p> Signup and view all the answers

Diastolic blood pressure range is _____ to _____ mmHg.

<p>60-100</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal BP?

<p>90</p> Signup and view all the answers

Acute care is _____ care.

<p>hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

List Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.

<p>Biological and Physiological Needs; Safety and Security Needs; Belongingness and Love Needs; Self-esteem and Respect Needs; Self Actualization (Personal Growth and Fulfillment).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the goals of long-term care facilities?

<p>Promote quality of life; Provide services and activities to aid residents in attaining physical, mental and psychosocial wellbeing; Provide quality care; Provide a safe environment; Provide an environment that is home-like.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the methods of transmission of infections?

<p>Direct; Indirect; Droplet; Airborne; Vehicle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is direct transmission?

<p>Touching the source of infection then touching a susceptible body location.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indirect transmission?

<p>Infection is picked up on an object and carried to the person.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is droplet transmission?

<p>Pathogens are transmitted by being given off by coughing, sneezing, or talking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is airborne transmission?

<p>Pathogens are spread with small particles like dust.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is vehicle transmission?

<p>Pathogens are carried by contaminated food, water, blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does PPE stand for?

<p>Personal Protective Equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following donning steps to their order:

<p>Gown = 1 Mask = 2 Gloves = 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following doffing steps to their order:

<p>Gloves = 1 Gown = 2 Mask = 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often are residents' beds changed?

<p>After every bath/shower or if the bed is soiled with urine or feces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does RACE stand for?

<p>Rescue; Alert; Confine or Contain; Extinguish or Evacuate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does PASS stand for?

<p>Pull pin; Aim towards base of the flame; Squeeze the handle to start the flow of the extinguishing material; Sweep spray from side to side at the base of the fire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are tornado safety precautions?

<p>Take residents in hallways away from windows; Ensure residents have a pillow and blanket for comfort and safety; Get the strongest and most independent residents first; Everyone on a chair, whether it's a normal chair or a wheelchair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should you encourage residents to use the restroom?

<p>Every 2 hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a healthy liquid intake in cups?

<p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a healthy liquid intake in liters?

<p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a healthy liquid intake in quarts?

<p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a healthy liquid intake in ounces?

<p>32</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a healthy liquid intake in mL?

<p>1000</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common diagnosable ailment?

<p>Loneliness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

CNA Course Purposes

  • Acquire knowledge and skills for effective caregiving.
  • Become eligible for state certification.

Federal Nursing Home Reform Act (OBRA 87)

  • Sets minimum standards to enhance resident quality of life and care in long-term facilities.

Neglect

  • Inability to provide necessary goods or services, leading to potential harm or mental distress.

Negligence

  • Unintentional failure to act responsibly, resulting in harm to individuals or their property.

Abuse

  • Intentional harm or harsh treatment resulting in physical or mental distress; involves depriving individuals of necessary care.

Medicare

  • Federal health insurance for individuals aged 65 and over and younger people with specific disabilities.

Medicaid

  • Health care payment program funded by the federal government and administered by states for eligible low-income individuals.

Hospice

  • Specialized care program designed for individuals nearing the end of life.

CNA Roles

  • Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
  • Maintain residents' living environments.
  • Provide food service and support nutrition.
  • Keep records and documentation accurate.
  • Engage in effective communication and teamwork with colleagues.

Responsibilities to Avoid

  • Never administer medication.
  • Do not accept medical orders from residents' physicians.
  • Maintain confidentiality; do not disclose chart information.

Exploitation

  • Prohibition against taking residents' belongings, regardless of their offer.

Normal Temperature Ranges

  • Oral: 97.6°F - 99.6°F
  • Rectal: 98.6°F - 100.6°F
  • Axillary: 96.6°F - 98.6°F
  • Tympanic: 97.6°F - 99.6°F

Vital Sign Ranges

  • Average pulse: 60 bpm to 100 bpm.
  • Tachycardia: Pulse over 100 bpm.
  • Bradycardia: Pulse under 60 bpm.
  • Average respiratory rate: 14-20 breaths per minute.
  • Blood pressure systolic range: 100-190.
  • Blood pressure diastolic range: 60-100.

Long-Term Care Goals

  • Enhance the quality of life for residents.
  • Support physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
  • Deliver high-quality care in a home-like environment.

Transmission Methods

  • Direct: Infection transmission via direct contact.
  • Indirect: Infection spread via contaminated objects.
  • Droplet: Pathogens released through respiratory actions.
  • Airborne: Spread through tiny airborne particles.
  • Vehicle: Pathogens conveyed through contaminated mediums (food, water).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Includes gloves, masks, eye protection, gowns, etc.

Putting On and Taking Off PPE

  • Donning order: gown, mask, gloves.
  • Doffing order: gloves, gown, mask.

Bed Maintenance

  • Change residents’ beds after each bath/shower or when soiled.

Fire Safety Procedures (RACE)

  • Rescue individuals in danger.
  • Alert emergency services.
  • Confine the fire if possible.
  • Extinguish flames or evacuate as necessary.

Fire Extinguisher Use (PASS)

  • Pull the pin.
  • Aim at the fire's base.
  • Squeeze the handle for discharge.
  • Sweep from side to side.

Tornado Safety Precautions

  • Move residents to hallways away from windows.
  • Provide comfort items like pillows and blankets.
  • Prioritize mobile and independent residents.

Bathroom Assistance

  • Encourage residents to use the restroom every 2 hours.

Healthy Liquid Intake

  • Recommended intake is about 4 cups, 1 liter, 1 quart, or 32 ounces, equating to 1000 mL.

Common Undiagnosed Issue

  • Loneliness is frequently unrecognized but prevalent among residents.

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