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What are six basic human needs?
What are six basic human needs?
Food, water, sleep, comfort, activity, and protection/shelter.
What are six psychosocial needs that humans have?
What are six psychosocial needs that humans have?
Love/affection, acceptance by others, safety/security, self-reliance/independence/daily living, contact with others, and success/self-esteem.
The ability to engage in sexual activities continues unless what happens?
The ability to engage in sexual activities continues unless what happens?
Disease or injury occurs.
Residents have the legal right to choose how to express their...
Residents have the legal right to choose how to express their...
Nursing assistants must respect residents'...
Nursing assistants must respect residents'...
What should the nursing assistant do before entering residents' rooms?
What should the nursing assistant do before entering residents' rooms?
If a nursing assistant encounters a resident being sexually abused, what should he/she do?
If a nursing assistant encounters a resident being sexually abused, what should he/she do?
A loss of independence is...
A loss of independence is...
A nursing assistant should allow a resident to do a task...
A nursing assistant should allow a resident to do a task...
Activities of daily living (ADLs) are...
Activities of daily living (ADLs) are...
NAs should encourage...
NAs should encourage...
A loss of independence can cause...
A loss of independence can cause...
One type of cancer that regular physical activity lessens the risk of is...
One type of cancer that regular physical activity lessens the risk of is...
Inactivity can result in a type of infection called...
Inactivity can result in a type of infection called...
The ability to cope with stress is one benefit of regular activity. True or False?
The ability to cope with stress is one benefit of regular activity. True or False?
Nursing assistants can help residents with grooming as needed and requested before scheduled activities. True or False?
Nursing assistants can help residents with grooming as needed and requested before scheduled activities. True or False?
The abbreviation OBRA stands for...
The abbreviation OBRA stands for...
Regular activity increases appetite. True or False?
Regular activity increases appetite. True or False?
How is the family of today defined?
How is the family of today defined?
A child takes three years from birth to be able to...
A child takes three years from birth to be able to...
Tantrums are common among...
Tantrums are common among...
Children learn language skills between the ages of 3 to 6. From the ages of 6 to 10, children learn to...
Children learn language skills between the ages of 3 to 6. From the ages of 6 to 10, children learn to...
Three abilities that may be affected by developmental disabilities include...
Three abilities that may be affected by developmental disabilities include...
Four guidelines for caring for a resident who has an intellectual disability include...
Four guidelines for caring for a resident who has an intellectual disability include...
Uneasiness or fear, often about a situation or condition, is called...
Uneasiness or fear, often about a situation or condition, is called...
An intense form of anxiety or fear is called a(n)...
An intense form of anxiety or fear is called a(n)...
Which of the following means a lack of interest in activities?
Which of the following means a lack of interest in activities?
A false sensory perception, such as a person seeing her mother who has been dead for many years in front of her, is a(n)...
A false sensory perception, such as a person seeing her mother who has been dead for many years in front of her, is a(n)...
A persistent false belief, such as a person believing that a resident in the next room can read his thoughts, is a(n)...
A persistent false belief, such as a person believing that a resident in the next room can read his thoughts, is a(n)...
Which of the following types of mental illness is characterized by changing moods, high energy, and big speeches?
Which of the following types of mental illness is characterized by changing moods, high energy, and big speeches?
A method of treating mental illness that involves talking about one's problems with mental health professionals is called...
A method of treating mental illness that involves talking about one's problems with mental health professionals is called...
People in the denial stage may refuse to believe they are...
People in the denial stage may refuse to believe they are...
Once they start to face the possibility of their death, people may become...
Once they start to face the possibility of their death, people may become...
Once people have begun to believe that they are dying, they may make promises to God, caregivers, or others in a process called...
Once people have begun to believe that they are dying, they may make promises to God, caregivers, or others in a process called...
As dying people get weaker and symptoms get worse, they may become deeply sad or...
As dying people get weaker and symptoms get worse, they may become deeply sad or...
Many people who are dying are eventually able to accept...
Many people who are dying are eventually able to accept...
Legal documents that allow people to choose what medical care they wish to have if they are unable to make those decisions themselves are called...
Legal documents that allow people to choose what medical care they wish to have if they are unable to make those decisions themselves are called...
A living will outlines the medical care a person wants, or does not want, in case he or she becomes...
A living will outlines the medical care a person wants, or does not want, in case he or she becomes...
A signed, dated, and witnessed legal document that appoints someone else to make medical decisions for a person in the event he or she becomes unable to do so is called...
A signed, dated, and witnessed legal document that appoints someone else to make medical decisions for a person in the event he or she becomes unable to do so is called...
Nursing assistants should bathe perspiring residents often; skin should be...
Nursing assistants should bathe perspiring residents often; skin should be...
Residents may not be able to communicate that they are in...
Residents may not be able to communicate that they are in...
Changes of position, back massage, skin care, mouth care, and __________ can help relieve pain.
Changes of position, back massage, skin care, mouth care, and __________ can help relieve pain.
___________ may be one of the most important things a nursing assistant can do for a resident who is dying. He should pay attention to these conversations.
___________ may be one of the most important things a nursing assistant can do for a resident who is dying. He should pay attention to these conversations.
_________ can be very important. Holding a dying resident's hand can be very comforting.
_________ can be very important. Holding a dying resident's hand can be very comforting.
Do not ______ the dying person or his family.
Do not ______ the dying person or his family.
_______ is usually the last sense to leave the body.
_______ is usually the last sense to leave the body.
Give _______ for visits from clergy, family, and friends.
Give _______ for visits from clergy, family, and friends.
NAs should not discuss their personal ____________ with residents or their families.
NAs should not discuss their personal ____________ with residents or their families.
What are four legal rights to remember when working with residents who are dying?
What are four legal rights to remember when working with residents who are dying?
After death, the muscles in the body become...
After death, the muscles in the body become...
Caring for a body after death is called...
Caring for a body after death is called...
After death, the nursing assistant should place drainage pads under the body. These pads are most often needed...
After death, the nursing assistant should place drainage pads under the body. These pads are most often needed...
If family members would like to remain with their loved one's body after death, the NA should...
If family members would like to remain with their loved one's body after death, the NA should...
Hospice is the term for compassionate care given to...
Hospice is the term for compassionate care given to...
Hospice care encourages residents to...
Hospice care encourages residents to...
Hospice goals focus on...
Hospice goals focus on...
Focusing on pain relief, comfort, and dignity is called __________ care.
Focusing on pain relief, comfort, and dignity is called __________ care.
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Study Notes
Basic Human and Psychosocial Needs
- Six basic human needs include food, water, sleep, comfort, activity, and protection/shelter.
- Six psychosocial needs involve love/affection, acceptance, safety/security, independence, social contact, and self-esteem.
Residents' Rights and Independence
- Residents have the right to express their sexuality and maintain their sexual orientation.
- Nursing assistants must respect residents' legal rights and ensure privacy when entering their rooms.
- A loss of independence can significantly affect a person's emotional well-being and may lead to increased dependence.
- Encouraging residents to perform tasks independently promotes self-reliance and enhances self-care.
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- ADLs are essential personal care tasks necessary for daily self-care, including grooming and hygiene.
- Nursing assistants should support residents in their self-care, regardless of their proficiency or the time it takes.
Health Impacts of Activity
- Regular physical activity reduces the risk of certain cancers, such as colon cancer.
- Inactivity can lead to urinary tract infections, underscoring the importance of regular movement.
- Engaging in activities can alleviate stress and contribute to overall well-being.
Family Dynamics and Child Development
- Today's family structure is characterized by mutual support among family members.
- Children generally develop crucial skills by certain ages, such as moving and feeding themselves by three years and language skills between three to six years.
Mental Health and Emotional Well-being
- Common psychological issues include anxiety, phobias, apathy, hallucinations, delusions, and bipolar disorder.
- Stages of dealing with death include denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, each reflecting different emotional responses.
Legal and Ethical Considerations in Care
- Advance directives, like living wills and durable powers of attorney for health care, empower individuals to dictate their medical treatment preferences.
- Nursing assistants should avoid expressing personal religious or spiritual beliefs when caring for residents.
Dying Process and Postmortem Care
- Key rights for dying residents include refusing treatment, honesty about their condition, freedom from pain, and not facing death alone.
- Postmortem care involves procedures after death, including placing drainage pads under the body and allowing family members to stay with the deceased.
- Hospice care focuses on creating comfort and dignity for dying individuals while encouraging their active participation in care decisions.
Communication and Emotional Support
- Attentive listening and physical touch, such as holding hands, are vital forms of emotional support for dying residents.
- Respecting the dying person's need for privacy and comfort is crucial in providing compassionate care.
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