Measure and Record Respirations
Why can’t you tell the patient you are counting their respirations? When you tell someone...
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Measure and Record Radial Pulse CNA Skill
Count the pulse for a full 60 seconds! This care plan instructs us to count for one full minute,...
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Empty Urinary Drainage Bag CNA Skill
Check the Position of the Drainage Bag! The drainage bag should be positioned so that it is...
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Provide Partial Bedbath and Backrub CNA Skill
Partial Bedbath You may be assigned to give a partial bedbath during the exam. The care plan will...
Read MoreDress Resident with a Weak Arm CNA Skill
Dressing with a Weak Arm When a patient has a weak arm, or limited mobility in one shoulder,...
Read MoreHandwashing CNA Skill
Do you know how to wash your hands the right way? You will be graded on Handwashing at the...
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When Do I Put On Gloves?
A lot of students think that you should put your gloves on immediately after washing your hands....
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Skills Timing
Skills timing is a complex subject. A question I often hear is….how much time do I have to...
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When do you wash your hands?
Skill: All Question: Are you supposed to wash your hands before touching ANYTHING in the...
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Do You Need a Barrier to Turn the Faucet On?
Skill: All Question: Do you need a barrier to turn the faucet on? Answer: It depends…are...
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What if the Resident Can’t Scoot to the Middle?
Skill: Making an Occupied Bed Question: What if the resident can’t scoot to the middle of...
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What if I have a Criminal Background?
Background Screening I am often asked, “What if I have a criminal background? Can I still be a...
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