CNA COURSE

EXAM 1

what is true of long term care in the nursing home

chronic and terminal conditions

what is the def of acute care

short term immediate illness

medicare

retirement insurance 65 years or older

responsibilties of chain of command

maintain order and organization

care plan

a document that outlines a person’s specific health needs

ethics

what feels right or wrong

law

what is legally right and wrong

residents rights

to be treated with respect, dignity and consideration, visit with family, privacy, safety

HIPAA

privacy act that protects residents health info

ombudsman

person designated to advocate for resident rights

how should a NA speak with a resident

clearly, slowly, eye level, leaning forward

causes that may mimic inappropriate behaviour

rash, clothign too tight, hot, incontinence

infection control

policies and procedures to help prevent infection spread

why are the elderly at high infection risk

weakened immune system, chronic health conditions

standard precautions

wash hands and wear gloves

bodily fluid require standard precautions except for

sweat

tuberculosis

bacterial airborne disease

prevent MRSA

wash hands

proper body mechanics

upright posture, alignment, center of gravity, base of support