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How long does a NA have to take their exams?
1 year
Provides insurance for those aged 65 or older
Medicare
Identifying with the feelings of others
Empathy
Who delegates to a CNA?
RN or LPN
Maintains the state abuse registry
UNAR
How many hours must a CNA work to renew their license?
200 hours
Negligence of those who hold licenses is called what?
Malpractice
Who gathers information and try's to resolve a problem or give suggestions on how to resolve a problem?
Ombudsman
Helps keep health information private and secure
HIPAA
Resident vs Client
Resident: Resides in a long term care facility
Client: You enter their home to provide care
What year was OBRA passed?
1987
What is it called to behave properly when on the job?
Professionalism
When was HIPAA passed?
1996
Psychological abuse
Physical Abuse
What does OBRA stand for?
Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
Who is assigned by las as the legal advocate for residents?
Ombudsman
What is the definition / difference of Assault & Battery?
Assault: Threat to harm a person, resulting in the person feeling fearful that they will be harmed.
Battery: Intentional touching of a person without their consent (may or may not cause harm)
List 3 things that a Recreational Therapist assists with
Stretching exercises
Relaxation techniques
Arts & Crafts
Animal Therapy
Dancing
Music and group activities
List 8 members of the healthcare team
CNA, RN, LPN, MD, PA, PT, OT, RD, SPL, MSW, activities director
What are 5 signs of abuse
Threatening, isolation, intimidating, humiliation, insulting
OT - Occupational Therapy
List 5 common CNA tasks
Assisting with dressing / undressing
Assisting with meals
Oral care
Bathing residents
Assisting with elimination needs
Assisting with transfers
Who plays a part on the rehabilitation team? (6)
PT - Physical Therapy
OT - Occupational Therapy
SLP - Speech Language Pathologist
RT - Respiratory Therapy
Recreational Therapy
SW - Social Worker
Critical criteria (5)
Safety
Infection Control
Communication
Recognizing & reporting changes
Resident rights