Bathing/Dressing
What is the rule of thumb for bathing?
NPO
Nothing by mouth
Flat on back
Supine
Exercises performed by CNA to maintain mobility and circulation
PROM
Where do you stand when ambulating a resident with a weak side
slightly behind and on the weak side
perineal
PRN
As Needed
30-45 degrees elevated
semi-fowlers
If a CNA is asked to pronate and supinate the arm, what exercise will be completed
hold the arm straight and turn the hand so the palm is down, then turn the hand so the palm is up.
When a nurse assistant uses a standing pivot transfer to assist a resident with a left side weakness from the bed to a wheelchair, the best place for the nurse assistant to stand is
In front and to the left
POW put on weak side first
BID
twice a day
position used for enema
sims
What type of data is being reported by the nurse assistant when reporting a resident's complaint about abdominal pain when doing an exercise
subjective
When transferring a client, MOST of the client’s weight should be supported by the nurse aide’s
legs
What side of the body do you undress first if a person has a weak side
USA undress strong side first
CVA
cerebrovascular accident
position on back with knees bent-used for physical exams
dorsal recumbent
When a resident is trying to leave a facility
elopement
High high above the bed should a resident be when using a mechanical lift
2 inches
What temperature should bath water be at?
100-105 degrees fahrenheit
PVD
peripheral vascular disease
position used for eating
high fowlers
How often must a CNA check skin if applying cold for 20 minutes
every 5 minutes
Safety device used to transfer residents who are weak, unsteady or uncoordinated?
Gait/transfer belt