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Give me an example of how the NA can have a positive relationship with the resident's family and friends
respond to the resident's call light
Who can the NA share the residents information with
others members of the care team
Convert 1330 to regular time
1:30pm
What would the NA do if the resident is difficult to understand
restate what the resident is saying in her own words to find out if she has understood
How can a NA communicate effectively with a visually impaired resident
use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of objects
use an interpreter to translate the message
Each time a NA greets a resident, he should do what
explain the procedure that is being done.
Why is accurate documentation important
it provides an up-to-date record of a resident's status and care.
The main part of the word that gives it meaning is called the what
root
Give me some ways that the NA can assist with a hearing impaired patient
make sure the light is on the NA face, not the resident.
Give me an example of Rationalization defense mechanism.
A elderly man failed his driving test and stated that the test was unfair
(this would be like giving an excuse)
After the NA has completed online documentation, he should do what
log off the computer
What are rounds
a method of reporting in which staff move from room to room to room
When is it appropriate to hit a resident
never
When communicating with a resident who has a functional barrier, what can the NA do to help
give the resident time to speak
When should a nursing assistant complete an incident report if he/she is injured on the job.
any time he is injured on the job
When should documenting be completed
immediately after care is given
Give me an example of active listening
NA focusing on the resident and providing feedback
This type of behavior can be caused by disease or medicaiton
combative behaviors
covert 7:45pm to military time
1945
What is the NA role in care planning
shares observations that may affect the care plan
If the NA sees a call light of a resident that is not assigned to them for the day, what should the NA do?
answer the call light
What does the NA do if the resident becomes combative
Try to find out what is triggering the combativeness
What is MDS and why is the NA documenting very important
it may trigger a needed assessment for a resident
What does a residents code status indicate
The type of care that should be provided in the event of a cardiac arrest or other catastrophic failure