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55 Cards in this Set
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Communication |
The process of exchanging information with others. It is a process of sending and receiving messages. People communicate with signs and symbols, such as words, drawings, and pictures. They also communicate through their behavior. |
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Verbal Communication |
Uses spoken or written words. Oral reports are an example of verbal communication. |
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Nonverbal Communication |
Is communicating without using words. An example is a person shrugging his shoulders. Nonverbal communication also includes how a person says something. Body language is another form of nonverbal communication. Movements, facial expressions, and posture can express different attitudes or emotions. |
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Objective information |
Is what a person sees, hears, touches, or smells. Objective information is collected by using the senses. It is also called signs. |
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Subjective information |
Is something a person cannot or did not observe. It is based on something that the resident reported that may or may not be true. It is also called symptoms. |
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Oral reports |
Sometimes the nurse or another member of The Care team will give a nursing assistant A brief oral report on one or more of her residents. The NA should listen carefully and take notes. She should ask about anything she does not understand. At the end of the report, the NA can restate what she has been told to make sure she understands. |
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Call lights |
Long-term care facilities are required to have a call system, often called call lights, So that residents can call for help whenever they need it. They are in Resident rooms and bathrooms. Some have strings for residents to pull, and others have buttons to push. The signal is usually both a light outside the room and a sound that can be heard in the nurse's station. This is the primary way resident can call for help. Nursing assistants must always respond immediately when they see the light or hear the sound. They should do. So even if the resident who needs help is not on their assignment sheet. All residents are the responsibilities of each NA. NAs should respond to call lights in a courteous and respectful manner. They must check each time before leaving the room to make sure that the call light is Within Reach of the residents stronger hand and that the resident knows how to use it. |
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Resident identification |
Residents must always be identified before giving care or serving food. Failure to identify residents can cause serious problems, even death. NAs must identify residents before placing meal trays or helping with eating. The diet card should be checked against the resident's identification to make sure they match. The resident should be called by name and asked to state her name if able. |
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Impairment |
Is a loss of function or ability. |
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Explain the guidelines for vision impairment |
- Encourage the use of eyeglasses or contact lenses. - If the resident has eyeglasses, make sure they are clean, In good condition, and fit well. Report to the nurse that they do not. - Contact lenses are made of many types of plastic. Some can be worn in disposed of daily; Others are worn for longer periods. If the resident is able, it is best to leave contact lens care to him or her. - Knock on the door and identify yourself as soon as you enter the room. Do not touch the resident. So you have said your name. Explain why you were there and what you would like to do. Let the resident know when you are leaving the room. - Make sure there is proper Lighting in the room. Face the resident when speaking. - When you enter a new room with the resident, Orient him to where things are. Describe the things you see around you. - Always tell the resident what you are doing while caring for him. Give specific directions such as "on your right" or "in front of you." Talk directly to the resident whom you are assisting. Do not talk to other residents or staff members. - Use the face of an imaginary clock as a guide to explain the position of objects there in front of the resident. An example is "There is a sofa at 7 o'clock." - Do not move personal items, furniture, or other objects. Put everything back where you found it. - Tell the resident where the call light is. Make sure it is within the residents reach. - Leave door is completely open or completely closed, never partly open. - If the resident needs guidance and getting around, walk slightly ahead. Let the resident touch across your arm lately. Walk at the residence face, Not yours. - Encourage the use of other senses, such as hearing, touch, and smell. Encourage the resident to feel and touch things, such as clothing, furniture, or other items in the room. |
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Explain the guidelines for hearing impairment. |
- If the person has a hearing aid, make sure he or she is wearing it and that it is turned on. The hearing aids should be cleaned daily. Wipe it with special cleaning solution and a soft cloth. Do not put the hearing aid in water. Handle it carefully. Turn it off when it is not in used. Always store it inside its case when it is not being worn. Remove it before bathing. Some hearing aids have rechargeable batteries and need to be recharged nightly. - Reduce or remove noise. Close doors if needed. - Get the residents attention before speaking. Do not startle the resident by approaching from behind. Walk in front or touch them lightly on the arm to let me know you are near. - Speak clearly, slowly, and in good lighting. Directly face the person. The light should be on your face, not on the residence. Ask if she can hear what you are saying. Do not shout. Do not mouth the words in an exaggerated way. Keep the pitch of your voice low. - Use picture cards or a notepad as needed. |
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Explain the guidelines for mental health disorders |
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Explain the guidelines for combative Behavior. |
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Explain the guidelines for angry behavior. |
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Explain the guidelines for inappropriate behavior |
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Explain the four point safety check. |
All staff members, including nursing assistants, are responsible for safety in a facility. It is very important to try to prevent accidents before they occur. Before leaving the residence room, The nursing assistant should do a final check and ask him/herself: - Is the call Light Within Reach of the resident stronger hand? - Is the room tidy? Are the resident's items in their proper places? Is the furniture in the same place as I found it? - Is the bed in its lowest position? - Does the residents have a clear walkway around the room and into the bathroom? |
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The occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) |
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Safety data sheet (SDS) |
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Disaster Guidelines |
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Medical Emergencies |
1. Assess the situation 2. Assess the victim |
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First Aid and CPR |
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Fire |
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Burns/Scalds |
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Choking |
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Poisoning |
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Falls |
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Cuts/Abrasions/Bleeding |
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Shock |
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Myocardial infarction (heart attack) |
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Fainting |
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Insulin reaction in diabetic ketoacidosis |
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Seizures |
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CVA and TIA |
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Vomiting |
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Infection prevention |
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Microorganism (MO) |
A microorganism MO Is a living thing that is so small that it can be seen only under a microscope. A microbe is another name for a microorganism. Microorganisms are always present in the environment. Infections occur when harmful microorganisms, called pathogens, invade the body and multiply. |
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Localized infection |
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Systemic infection |
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Healthcare-associated infection (HAI) |
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Chain of Infection |
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Medical and Surgical asepsis |
Medical asepsis refers to measures used to reduce and prevent the spread of pathogens. Hand-washing is a part of medical asepsis. Medical asepsis is used in all Healthcare settings. Surgical asepsis, also known as sterile technique, makes an object or area free of all microorganisms not just pathogens. Surgical asepsis is used for many types of procedures, such as changing catheters. |
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Standard precautions |
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Hand Hygiene |
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Personal protective equipment PPE |
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Sterilization |
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Disinfection |
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Disposable |
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Transmission based precautions |
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Explain the guidelines for isolation |
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Bloodborne pathogens |
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Hepatitis |
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Tuberculosis |
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MRSA |
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Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE) |
Enterococci are bacteria that live in the digestive and genital tracts. Although they normally do not cause problems in healthy people, They can sometimes cause infection. Vancomycin is a powerful antibiotic used to treat infections caused by enterococci. If the enterococci become resistant to Vancomycin, then they are called Vancomycin resistant enterococcus. Or VRE. VRE is spread through direct and indirect contact. VRE infections are often difficult to treat and may require several medications. VRE infections can cause life-threatening infections and those with weak immune systems. Preventing VRE is much easier than trying to treat it. Proper hand hygiene can help prevent the spread of VRE. NAs should wash their hands often and wear PPE as directed. NAs should always follow standard precautions, along with transmission based precautions as ordered. Items may need to be disinfected. |
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Clostridium difficile |
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