Supervisions
Wounds
100

How often does a HHA need to be supervised?

Every 2 weeks (Every other week)

100

The purpose of a wound measurement buddy code

To remind you that a wound needs to be measured

200

How do you know if a client is currently receiving HHA services with Bayada?

Ask the patient, verify by reviewing visit notes.

200

How often does a wound or incision need to be measured

Weekly - preferred by RN but also can be completed by LPN... if nursing is not in then should be by PT. 

300

True or False: LPNs can supervise HHA. 

False

300

a patient with a wound needs visits 2x weekly, what visits do you plot?

rn10 with rnwm buddy cpde 1x per week

sn11 1x per week

400

Where do you document the supervision of a HHA?

Within a subsequent visit note when it asks if the client is receiving HHA services. 
400
True or False: the following surgical incision pathway is complete.


Skilled nurse or physical therapist to monitor and teach client/caregiver to monitor right hip surgical incision for s/s infection. remove surgical dressing per discharge paperwork instructions. if client has sutures may be removed by skilled nurse or physical therapist.

False

500

Active disciplines are responsible for supervision of HHA in the following order:

1. ___

2. ___

3. ___

1. Nursing

2. Physical Therapy

3. Occupational Therapy 

500

What are the 7 components that create a complete wound care order?

  1. Frequency of dressing change;
  2. Location of wound;
  3. Solution and procedure for cleansing/irrigation, as applicable;
  4. Specific medication/treatment to be applied;
  5. Type of dressing; and 
  6. Who should perform the care.

Note: use clean technique, unless sterile technique is specified by the physician.