CNA initial & final steps Latest updated version with expert curated questions and answers (GUARANTEED SUCCESS)

step 1: initial steps

ask nurse about resident needs, abilities, limitations & if necessary, got their necessary supplies

step 2: initial steps

knock & identify yourself before entering the residents room. wait for permission before entering.

step 3: initial steps

greet resident by resident preference

step 4: initial steps

identify yourself by name & title

step 5: initial steps

explain what you will be doing; encourage resident to help as able

step 6: initial steps

gather supplies & check equipment

step 7: initial steps

close curtains, drapes, or doors. keep resident covered, expose only area of residents body necessary to complete procedure

step 8: initial steps

wash your hands

step 9: initial steps

wear gloves as indicated by standard precautions

step 10: initial steps

use proper body mechanics. raise bed to appropriate height and lower side rails

step 11: final steps

remove gloves, if applicable, and wash your hands

step 12: final steps

be certain resident is comfortable and in good body alignment. use problem proper body mechanics

step 13: final steps

lower bed height and position side rails (if used) as appropriate

step 14: final steps

place call light and water within resident's reach

step 15: final steps

ask resident if anything else is needed

step 16: final steps

thank resident

step 17: final steps

remove supplies and clean equipment according to facility procedure

step 18: final steps

open curtains, drapes and door according to residents wishes

step 19: final steps

perform a visual safety check of resident and environment

step 20: final steps

report unexpected findings to a nurse

step 21: final steps

document prosecuted according to facility procedure