Regulatory
How is Medicaid eligibility determined?
Income or special circumstances.
Which member of the team diagnoses disease and prescribes treatment?
Physician
Which is outside the scope of practice for an NA?
A. ADLs, B. Enema, C. Injections, D. Back rubs
C. Injections
Changes in residents should be reported to the:
Charge nurse
Mouth care for an unconscious resident should be done:
Every 2 hours
What is the term for the person assigned by law to be the legal advocate for residents?
Ombudsman
The most important member of the team.
The Resident
A resident has purchased a gift for the NA. How should she respond?
Refuse, but thank the resident for thinking of them.
Once a resident is pronounced dead, the responsibility of the NA is to:
Make sure the body is clean.
To find out what a client's diet is the NA should check:
The care plan
A resident's PHI (personal health information) may be shared with:
Only those who need the information for care or processing records.
Helps resident get support services such as counseling.
MSW (medical social worker)
When should care be documented?
Immediately after care is given
The NA should understand that a back massage:
Promotes circulation.
What should the nurse aide do when a client with Alzheimer's seems depressed and quiet?
Observe for nonverbal cues
Independent, non-profit that evaluates and accredits health care organizations.
The Joint Commission
Teaches exercises to improve swallowing or speech problems.
SLP (speech language pathologist/speech therapy)
Incidents should be reported to:
The charge nurse
How can the NA BEST promote active listening skills?
Responding when appropriate.
The NA can help prevent pressure injuries by doing what with the linens?
Keeping the linens clean, dry and wrinkle free.
Regulatory body that Oversees long term care
CMS-Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Care given by specialists to restore or improve function.
Rehabilitation
Incident reports should be objective or subjective?
Objective (factual)
A resident drinks 240ml of soup, 120ml of coffee, and 90ml of juice. How many oz. did they consume?
15oz
When providing care for a client with O2, the nurse aide should:
Check the ears for pressure points