Positioning, Transfers,
and Ambulation
and Ambulation
What position is it when a resident is lying flat on their back?
Supine.
What is one thing the NA can do for the resident before the resident arrives to help them feel expected and welcome?
Prepare the room
NA's should always do what before entering a resident's room?
Knock and wait for permission to enter
Residents should be repositioned every ___ hours.
2
Tympanic means?
Ear
What does dangle mean?
Sit up on side of bed with legs hanging over the side.
How can the NA help before a physical exam is done?
May need to place residents in the correct position and drape them
Sleep deprivation can cause what kind of problems?
Decreased mental function, irritability, decreased reaction time
When should the NA perform perineal care?
Every day
The normal range for an oral temperature is?
97.6-99.6
What two things are important to remember when using proper body mechanics?
Push or pull when available and lift with your legs.
What is the term for the initial value that can be compared to future measurements?
Baseline signs
What is the circadian rhythm?
The 24-hour day-night cycle?
What is the purpose of bed cradles/foot cradles?
Used to keep the bed covers from resting on residents' legs and feet
When applying heat to the resident, what should you watch out for?
Blisters
What side should the resident's cane be on and how many inches in front should the cane be?
Stronger leg; 6 inches
How will you measure the height of a bedridden resident?
Tape measure
When removing linen, which way should you fold it?
Away from the body; so that the dirty area is inside
The NA should do nail care when?
What do you record after checking someone's pulse?
Rate and method
In order to use the toilet, the resident must be able to do what?
Bear some weight on their legs
This position is used to examine the breasts, chest, abdomen, and perineal area.
Dorsal recumbent
This is a bed that is completely made with the bedspread and blankets in place.
Closed bed
When shaving a resident, the NA should put on what?
Gloves
Nonsterile dressings can be applied to what?
Dry, closed wounds that have less chance of infection