RCP Skills
how long should friction be for handwashing ?
at least 20 seconds
what is the first thing to do when a resident is found on the floor ?
call for nurse and stay w/ the resident.
define racef
remove the residents
activate the alarm
contain the fire
extinguish the fire
follow the facilities policies
how is wheelchair weight obtained ?
measure just the wheelchair, then measure the wheelchair with resident in it and then subtract wheelchair from weight of wheelchair and resident
what are checked for while performing oral care ?
mouth; lips; tongue; teeth
what temp of water should not be used and why ?
Hot and because it can cause little skin openings for bacteria to get in
what vital sign is checked for after a resident has fallen ?
pulse and respiration
define pass
pull the pin
aim at the base of the fire
squeeze the handle
sweep back n forth at base of the fire
how many pillows are needed for lateral position and where ?
4
under head; under back; under top arm' and between ankles.
when applying an incontinent brief, which side goes AWAY from the skin ?
the plastic side
what should be done after applying gloves, before performing a procedure ?
checking for rips or tears.
what are two questions you should ask to determine if the resident is choking ?
can you speak or cough ?
where is the thermometer placed for an ORAL temp ?
under the tongue
what position should be the bed be in for sit on the edge of the bed skill ?
fowler's position
after assisting resident to bathroom, what do you do next ?
assist them to wash their hands and then wash your hands
when donning a gown, what is put on first, gloves or gown ?
gown
if a resident is choking, where is the hand placement for the abdominal thrusts ?
below the rib cage and above the belly button.
where is the thermometer placed for an axillary temp ?
under the armpit
how many towels and washcloths are needed for a bed bath ?
4 towels & 6 washcloths
what position is the resident in while PUTTING THEM ON a bedpan ?
lateral
why and when is a mask changed ?
after 30 minutes and/or when it becomes moist or damp.
what three things should be done next when a resident is having a seizure after you've called for the nurse ? (these are bolded steps)
1. place padding under head and move furniture away from resident
2.do not restrain resident or place anything in their mouth, assist nurse with placing resident on their side.
3.loosen resident's clothing especially around the neck.
what is done before placing the thermometer under the armpit for a temp ?
wipe under armpit with towel
when can you not use electric razor ?
pacemaker, oxygen, and water
when dressing a dependent, which side gets dressed first and what piece of clothing goes on first ?
unaffected side and pants