CNA Nursing Assistant Certification Review

Flashcards for reviewing key concepts related to the CNA nursing assistant certification, focusing on special needs populations, dementia, holistic care, and disease management.

What is the definition of intellectual disability?

Problems with thinking, learning, and achieving developmental milestones, typically accompanied by a lower than normal IQ.

What condition is characterized by movement disorders caused by brain damage during birth or pregnancy?

Cerebral palsy.

What is epilepsy?

A seizure disorder where most seizures occur without a known cause.

What disease is characterized by the loss of dopamine-targeted cells and leads to chronic and progressive motor ability decrease?

Parkinson's disease.

What are the primary symptoms of Alzheimer's disease?

Memory loss, difficulties with decision-making, personality changes, and problems with normal everyday tasks.

What is the most common type of dementia?

Alzheimer's dementia.

What are some risk factors for dementia?

Age 65 or older, genetics, high cholesterol, uncontrolled diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, smoking, alcoholism.

What are the approved therapies for treating dementia?

Behavioral, reminiscence, validation, sensory stimulation, activity, and relaxation exercises.

What should be the approach to managing the behaviors associated with dementia?

Use positive attitudes, be kind and creative, and treat residents with respect.

What are common signs and symptoms associated with dementia?

Memory loss, agitation, mood swings, wandering, and difficulty performing activities of daily living (ADLs).

What is holistic care as it pertains to nursing assistants?

Caring for a resident's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.

What does Maslow's hierarchy of needs represent?

A model that categorizes human needs from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.

What are the effects of aging on the integumentary system?

Loss of elasticity, thinning of skin, and decreased sweat and oil gland production.

What is acute kidney failure?

Rapid onset of kidney failure typically caused by a traumatic event leading to a life-threatening situation.

What are the symptoms of hyperglycemia?

Increased thirst, weakness and fatigue, fruity breath, headache, increased urination, confusion.

What are some common side effects of cancer treatments?

Fatigue, nausea, pain, depression, hair loss, and increased risk of infection.

What is the purpose of palliative care?

To restore quality of life and relieve symptoms such as pain and fatigue.

What is HIV/AIDS?

HIV is a virus that targets T cells and progresses to AIDS, which severely damages the immune system.

What are common modes of HIV transmission?

Unprotected sex, sharing needles, and from mother to child during childbirth.