Observations
What are 3 things a nurse aide can observe on the skin that should be reported?
Rash, skin color, bruising
What is the definition of reporting?
The verbal sharing of resident information
What is the definition of recording?
The writing of resident information also known as documenting or charting.
How can you help someone get more oxygen?
Elevate head of bed, sit up in chair, assist with breathing exercises
How can you help a resident reduce fear and anxiety?
What are 3 things a nurse aide can hear that should recorded or reported?
Wheezing, moans, and words spoken by the resident
What are 2 things that must be done immediately with abnormal observations
Abnormal observations must be reported immediately to the nurse in addition to being recorded/documented.
When should someone record something? Why?
Someone should report AFTER care is given. You record after giving them a bath incase you didn't have time to actually give them one.
What are 2 things you should check before feeding a resident?
Make sure dentures are in place, food is a good temperature, pleasant environment, appropriate amounts
What should you avoid when taking care of a resident?
Avoid rushing and assist in a gentle manner
What are 3 things that a nurse aide can touch that should be recorded/reported?
A lump, temperature of skin, change in pulse
What are 3 special events that should be reported?
incident report, resident abuse, resident grievances
Fill in the blank. You should only report ____ not ____.
You should only report FACTS not OPINIONS.
What are 2 things you should do to help a resident sleep?
Minimize noise and lights when trying to sleep, leave night light on in resident's room if requested, give back rubs, listen to concerns or worries the resident may wish to express.
How can you show some interest in the resident's?
Sit with them for a few minutes, take time to greet resident's when you see them, display human warmth with a gentle touch
What are 3 things a nurse aide can smell that should be recorded/reported?
Odor of breath or body, odor of urine or feces, trash cans with soiled under pads
When reporting after a treatment name 3 things you should consider.
Resident's response to care, the care or treatment given, anything unusual about the resident, time of treatment
What are 3 things you know about charting and how it should be done?
Charting should be accurate and easy to read, abbreviations that are accepted by the facility, spelling is correct, record in chronological manner, use resident's exact words in quotation marks
What are 2 things you can do to assist in the elimination process?
Provide bedpan and or urinal, change soiled linen immediately, assist them in going to the bathroom
What are 2 guidelines for a nurse aide to follow when a resident has spiritual needs?
Respect their belief's, respect their religious objects, assist resident to attend religious services, provide privacy for members of the clergy and residents and welcome them
What kind of data is observed by using your senses?
Objective data is observed by using your senses.
What is subjective data?
Information that is told to the nurse aide by the resident
What are abbreviations and why are they used?
Abbreviations are shorted forms of words. They are used because it reduces time, conserve space, and are quick and effective.
What are 2 things you should do to help the resident move?
Turn and reposition every 2 hours, Range of Movement exercises, encourage movement, encourage interesting recreational activities
What need is rarely met? How can you help to meet this need for resident's?
The need for Self Actualization is rarely met. You can assist to participate in meaningful activities, assist to dress/help with grooming, encourage socialization, praise a resident's success/accomplishments