I can do it!
What focuses on the physical and emotional care of a person?
Holistic care approach
People need healthcare because.
illness, injury
Age a geriatric patient begins at
65+
Who does the healthcare team focus on?
the patient/resident
What is made up of many people with different types of knowledge/skills?
Healthcare team
What is Medicare
Government insurance for pts 65+ or disabled patients
Prior to leaving a job what should you do
turn in a 2 week notice
What is the main goal of a managed healthcare system?
to reduce the cost of healthcare services.
Body language plays an imp role in communication because
It shows interest, receptiveness, openness
State ins-Disabled or low income patients
Sender to receiver
Process of communication
I did not have a patient use their walker to walk(ambulate) and they have fallen. I am responsible for being what?
negligent
HIPAA is
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a United States federal law passed in 1996 that protects the privacy and security of sensitive patient health information
OBRA does what?
Set minimum care standards and resident rights in nursing homes, protecting people from abuse and unwanted
What are 3 types of abuse?
Mental, physical, emotional
Who is an Ombudsman?
An independent official who investigates, mediates, and helps resolve complaints between individuals and organizations, government agencies, or businesses
Examples of subjective data
dizziness, pain, nausea
What is not within a CNA scope of practice?
Assessment, passing meds, taking a telephone order
No control, dependent on others, child like behaviors
what it feels like to be a patient/resident
Examples of objective data
I&O, temperature, amount of meal eaten, vitals
Empathy is
putting yourself in someone elses shoes
Benefit of Electronic Medical Records (EHR)
quick to access, easy to document
Report questions to supervisor, does the facility survey, set standards od all types of heathcare organizations
The Joint Commission
How to remain neutral and un-opinionated in care
check your own feelings and beliefs
Staying healthy is important because
you can not take adequate care of patients if you don't take care of yourself.