The Nursing Assistant in Long-Term Care

These flashcards cover key concepts related to long-term care and the role of nursing assistants.

Long-term care (LTC)

Care given in facilities for people who need 24-hour skilled care.

Skilled care

Medically necessary care provided by a skilled nurse or therapist, available 24 hours a day.

Nursing homes

Facilities once widely used to refer to long-term care settings, now commonly referred to as LTCFs or SNFs.

Chronic conditions

Medical conditions that last a long period of time, often throughout a person's life.

Residents

People who live in long-term care facilities, as the facility is their home during their stay.

Terminal illness

An illness that will eventually cause death.

Length of stay

The number of days a person stays in a healthcare facility, which may vary from a few days to longer than six months.

Rehabilitation centers

Facilities that provide therapy and care to individuals recovering from illness or injury.

Diagnoses

Medical conditions determined by a doctor that affect the level and type of care a person requires.