ADLs
A patient who is able to ambulate in the hallway, eat, and bathe without assistance.
Independent/Up Ad Lib
Where do you take a temporal temp?
Forehead
If a patient is lying in bed; at what height do you hang the catheter bag?
Below the bladder
Which type of disinfectant wipe should be used on the Accuchek machines?
Clorox bleach wipes only!
How do you transport an oxygen tank?
In a carrier; always
Why is it important to let a patient dress themselves when able?
Promotes independence.
For how many seconds should you count respirations?
What is the proper procedure for emptying a catheter bag?
Wash hands, put on gloves, unclamp, empty into receptacle, DO NOT touch tip to any other objects, close clamp, dispose of urine, dispose of gloves, wash hands, chart volume.
When do you dispose of PPE worn in a patient's room?
Upon exiting the room.
NEVER wear PPE into the hallway.
True or False: More layers are better when it comes to incontinence pads.
False
What are important things to remember about denture care?
Wash with lukewarm water
Put a towel in the sink
Keep dentures in water in container when not using
*If fitting poorly, tell the nurse
What is a normal blood pressure?
120/80
How often should catheter care be provided?
At least once per shift (and as needed)
Which type of isolation requires hand hygiene to be performed using SOAP and WATER?
C. diff (or any GI contact isolation)
What number should you call for a rapid response?
88
How often do you reposition a bed-bound patient and why?
Every 2 hours; to prevent pressure injuries
Name one site, other than a finger, that you can get a pulse ox reading.
Earlobe, toe, etc. (as directed by nurse)
A confused patient removes his Stat Lock (catheter securement device). Is it ok for the NA to apply a new Stat Lock?
Yes. This is within the NA's scope of practice.
What should you do with equipment after each use?
Clean it and disinfect it with the appropriate sani-wipes for the FULL dwell time.
What are the steps you would take if a patient reports difficulty breathing?
Take VS, check O2 tubing/connection (if on O2), reposition the patient if necessary, alert nurse and communicate abnormal findings.
A patient has left-sided weakness from a stroke. Which side should you help dress first?
Dress the unaffected side first.
Name 3 things you would do if a blood pressure is too high or too low.
1) Make sure patient and cuff are in appropriate positions
2) Take the blood pressure again
3) Tell the nurse
True or False: If you notice a catheter leaking, it can be fixed by placing an incontinent pad or towels over the area.
FALSE. Alert the nurse.
What should you do before/upon entering a patient's room?
Hand hygiene!
(and knock)
What is the first sign of skin breakdown?
Skin that is pale, white, purple, or red, and non-blanchable.
Communicate this finding to the nurse.