Infection Control
Hand hygeiene is:
washing hands with soap & water or an alcohol based solution
What is the difference between objective & subjective information ( signs/symptoms )
Objective: signs, what someone sees, hears touches or smells
Subjective: symptom, patient reports
Which position should the resident be in for eating
sitting up as straight as possible, high fowlers
speech, facial droop etc.
What is the proper order of donning PPE?
gown, mask, goggles & gloves
If a resident is hard of hearing or does not understand how should the NA respond?
speak slow and clear
Name one way to prevent falls in a residents room
brighten lights, clear clutter
RACE stands for what
Remove, activate/ alert, confine, extinguish
how are bloodborne pathogens transmitted?
infected blood by entering the blood stream
name two types of communication, give an example of each
verbal & non verbal
How to respond to a combative patient
remain calm, lower voice tone
To control bleeding a CNA should?
hold pressure on the wound
how do you prevent the spread of c diff
hand washing with soap and water NO purell
True or false: Medical terminology is a barrier to communication between the CNA and resident
true
When is indication to give abdominal thrusts?
the resident cannot speak breath or cough
if a resident is in shock the CNA should
elevate residents legs unless they have a head or abd injury
What is the best way for the CNA to prevent the spread of infection?
follow standard precautions when caring for residents
Why should the CNA consider cultural background when communicating ?
helps determine how people may communicate and better
When helping a resident sit up, stand or walk you as the CNA should use proper body mechanics how?
bend at the knees
what are the first two steps when approaching emergency care?
assess the situation and the victim