CNA LICENSE Flashcards
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1
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ADLs
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activities of daily living
2
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Simulate handwashing means
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say when you would wash your hands; wash before and after every procedure
3
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What happens during the opening?
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- Knock
- Identify patient
- Introduce yourself
- Describe skill
- Obtain permission
- Close curtain
- Wash hands
- Gather supplies
4
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When do you use gloves?
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when touching body fluids, a person’s non-intact skin
5
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Ombudsman
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a person who is assigned to each long-term care facility to monitor residents’ care, resolve complaints, and ensure fair and safe conditions
6
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Important things when transferring a patient to a wheelchair
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- shoes on/non-skid socks
- apply gait belt
- position the chair and lock it
- ensure knee touches the chair and lower pt
- remove belt, foot on rest
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important things to know when using a gait belt
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- shoes on/non-skid socks
- secure the gait belt (4 fingers to ensure tightness)
- ask if dizzy
8
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Active R.O.M
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range of motion done by the patient with direction
9
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Passive R.O.M
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range of motion done by a medical professional
10
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Flexion/extension
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up/down
ask a question
11
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abduction/adduction
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side/side
snow angel
12
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rotation
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around
roll cookie dough
13
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pulse
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60-100
14
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respiration
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12-20
15
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blood pressure
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systolic 100-119
distolic 60-79
16
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temperature
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97.6-99.6
17
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a mood disorder that may cause intense mental, emotional & physical symptoms and can lead to disability. It may even make other illnesses or conditions worse
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clinical depression
18
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ad lib
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as desired
19
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BRP
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bathroom privileges(independent at toileting)
20
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BSC
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Bedside commode(portable toilet)
21
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OOB
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out of bed
22
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NPO
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nothing by mouth
23
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I & 0
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intake and output
24
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cc
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cubic centimeter
25
mL
milliliter
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ROM
range of motion
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PPE
personal protective equipment
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CPR
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
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HH
home health care
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LTC
long term care
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A & O
alert & oriented
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HOB
head of bed
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VS
vital signs
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AD
Alzheimer's Disease
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IV
intravenous ( a catheter inserted into a vein to deliver fluids and medications
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DON
director of nursing
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COPD
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (difficulty breathing
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ALF
Assisted living facility
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CHF
Congestive heart failure
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CVA
Cerebro Vascular Accident (stroke)
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MI
myocardial infarction (heart attack)
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what age group generally learns to play in groups and develop social relationships, gaining independence and learning to care for themselves
pre-school (ages 3-6)
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what is a normal physical event after a patient has died
the eyelids may remain open with a fixed stare
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what arm gets undressed first
strong arm
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what arm gets dressed first
weak arm
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T in TEAMS
how they TOILET
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E in TEAMS
special things they EAT
48
A in TEAMS
any help with ADLs
49
M in TEAMS
how are they MOVING around
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S in TEAMS
SPECIAL request about a patient
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contracture
muscles are very stiff
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Parkinsons' Disease
a progressive disease where a section of the brain degenerates and cause muscle stiffness, mask-like facial expression, stooped posture, shuffling walk & tremor
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Diabetic patients require inspection of all skin surfaces especially this part of the body due to poor circulation
feet
54
sundowning
extreme agitation that occurs during the afternoon or night time hours in patients with dementia
55
trochanter roll
support proper alignment in bedbound patients who cannot move easily. This is a large towel or blanket rolled up and placed next to the patient so that the hips and legs don't turn outward
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Which type of razor does not require shaving cream or soap to be applied to the skin prior to shaving
an electric razor
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fracture bedpan
used when patients can't lift their hips on a regular bedpan
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pediculosis
an infestation of lice
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incontinence patients
can't hold their urine and/or bowel movements
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when to use the leaf method for washcloths
when washing personal/non-intact areas(face/peri-care)
61
texas catheter
a male external catheter
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color of mecury-free thermometer
blue or green case
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a restrained patient should be checked every
15 mins
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duration of a mercury-free thermometer
at least 3 mins
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fluid balance
a term for taking in and eliminating the same amount of fluids each day
66
Closed bed
a completely made unoccupied bed
67
a dressing where in some states, nursing assistants can assist with applying when wounds are closed
non-sterile dressing
68
Advance Directives
they are written, legal documents that indicate a patient's wishes or designates someone to speak for the patient, if the patient is unable to make his or her own decisions
69
living will
- created when healthy
- explains wishes for care
70
Durable power of attorney
- appoint someone to speak for them if unable for themselves
- also called a healthcare surrogate
- decisions are legally binding with the person
71
Do Not Resuscitate
- Only for the terminally ill
- all treatments have been tried
- CPR isn't effective
- doesn't affect tx
- must be followed and CNA should know
- just report to RN
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Delegation
allows nurses to assign additional tasks to unlicensed personnel
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fluid taken in vs fluids excreted
they both should be equal
74
Minerals
essential nutrient in forming cells, making blood, building bones, and producing hormones and include substances such as zinc & calcium
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what provide very little nutrional value
simple carbs
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A patient has a nasogastric tube inserted into the nose for feeding. What is an important consideration for the CNA when caring for this patient?
CNAs are not permitted to perform tube feedings
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Fat-soluble vitamins
vitamins A, D, E, and K
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fluid overload occurs when the body can't process the fluids consumed by the patient & sometimes occurs with/ these diseases
heart & kidney disease
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patients with gallbladder disease, high cholesterol levels and disease that interfere w/ fat digestion are generally placed on what diet
low fat/ cholesterol diet
80
mechanical soft diet
foods for patients w/ difficulty chewing or swallowing
81
vitamins that can't be stored in the body and must come from daily intake
B & C
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A patient is prescribed a low-salt diet. He complains that his food has no taste and his diet has been poor. What should you do?
offer him low-salt substitute
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A patient that can bear weight on both legs but needs help w/ balance may use
a cane
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Restorative Care
care that follows rehabilitation, which focuses on maintaining the level of ability achieved during rehabiliatation
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special items and equipment that are designed to assist residents with ADLs more independently are
assistive or adaptive devices
