CNA 1
When should peri care be performed
Every morning if continent, after every stool if incontinent
What should you always do when bathing the resident
Check the body for any skin conditions
What is the purpose of bathing
Promotes Cleanliness and comfort, stimulates circulation, relaxes the resident
What are the activities if personal care
bathing, bed making, shaving, skin care, hair care, nail care, dressing and undressing
Which side should the resident be dressed on first
Weak Side
Why should you start at the farthest extremity
To prevent water dripping across parts that you have already cleaned
What is the purpose of General Hygiene
helps maintain positive self image and supports good health
What days are linens usually made
Same days showers are done
Where should you place the dirty linens
Dirty linen closet
What is included in a complete dress for a resident
Briefs, t-shirt, pants, shoes and stockings, sweaters/jackets
Partial bed baths include what
What is the purpose of a backrub
Stimulates circulation, relaxes muscles and the resident, relives tension
What should you do before performing personal care
Check the care plan
How can you prevent pressure ulcers
Change the resident position every two hours
What are some observations to make during peri care
Odor, discharge, skin breakdown
What are some of the main areas where pressure ulcers occur
Back of the ear, elbow, knees, ankles, back, tailbone, heels
What are some related health problems related to male peri area
Difficulty urinating due to prostatic enlargement and prostate cancer
What are some things to look for while giving a back rub
Irritations, rashes, bruises, sores, cuts, etc
What are related health problems to female peri area
Uterine prolapse and a increased risk for osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease
What should you use while assisting a resident that is ambulatory
Gait belt
What is the purpose of peri care
Cleans the residents who are unable to do it themselves, prevents skin breakdown, prevents itching, burning and odor, prevents infections
Who is most likely to get pressure ulcers
Elderly, paralyzed, thin + malnourished, obese, incontinent residents and residents with chronic disease
What products could/should be used while performing peri care
soap, water, peri wash, skin-barrier creams, pre moistened wipes
What are some things to remember while giving peri care
Give the resident privacy, allow resident to help as much as possible, use residents personal care products, etc
What should you use on a resident that is unable to help themselves
Sit to Stand