What is our role as a CNA for Endocrine disorders - Answer>>> Identifying residents who are diabetic. Monitor meal consumption closely and letting the nurse know if residents consume less than 50% of a meal or snack
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What is our role as a CNA for Endocrine disorders - Answer>>> Identifying residents who are diabetic. Monitor meal consumption closely and letting the nurse know if residents consume less than 50% of a meal or snack
Notify the nurse if residents show signs of hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia
Notifying the nurse if residents are non-compliant with ordered diets
How do we (As CNAs) feed a resident (What we need to do to feed them) - Answer>>> Offer a sip of liquids between bites Encourage them to chew thoroughly and swallow Sit at eye-level
What is your role as a CNA for caring for a resident with Arthritis - Answer>>> Observing for and reporting any significant symptoms such as pain with movement, bruising, joint pain, swelling, tenderness, any changes in movement, activity, or range of motion.
Encourage activity and exercise, promote participation in ADL, follow procedures for positioning, and teach the proper use of assistive devices and/or ambulatory aids
Indiana State Survey Purpose: - Answer>>> Indiana State Survey Purpose:
To review care and safety of residents
How is tuberculosis transmitted? - Answer>>> Transmitted via the airborne route when an infected person coughs, sneezes, laughs, or sings.
Our role as a CNA when caring for a resident with GI problems - Answer>>> Observing and reporting any significant changes and symptoms such as:
Difficulty chewing and/or swallowing
Loss of appetite
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Nausea and vomiting
Constipation
What is the term for when stomach acid goes backward into the esophagus - Answer>>> GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
When to share health care information - Answer>>> Make sure the resident's right to privacy is respected.
What must we always do when moving a patient? - Answer>>> Lift smoothly, and use a "signal of 3" to make sure everyone is moving at the same time
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