They tend to walk quickly.
They tend to lean back when walking.
They walk normally but with some shakiness.
They shuffle their feet while taking small steps.
D. They shuffle their feet while taking small steps.
being consistent with carrying out the toileting schedule.
notifying the family that the resident has been placed on the program.
determining the type of program best suited for the resident.
checking the resident every four hours for incontinence.
On the floor directly next to the wheelchair, positioned well below the residents bladder
Tucked at the residents side on the seat of the chair to keep the drainage bag level with the residents bladder
Hung from back of the wheelchair so that it is out of the residents view and above the bladder
Attached to the seat of the wheelchair, positioned below the level of the residents bladder
Begin offering the resident fluids to drink every 15 minutes.
Report the observation to the charge nurse immediately.
Ask if the resident is having any pain when urinating.
Check to see if the tubing is kinked or bent.
ask the nurse if the resident should have a urinary catheter.
turn the resident onto one side to place the bedpan under the residents hips.
place an under pad on incontinent brief under the resident to collect the urine.
have another nurse aide assist to lift the resident onto the bedpan.
any important information about a residents condition.
the color, condition, and appearance of the skin.
fluid intake and output, as well as bowel movements.
temperature, pulse, and respirations.
Increase the residents fluids since dehydration causes confusion.
Consider that some memory loss is a normal part of aging.
Ask where the resident believes he is.
Report the change to the charge nurse.
Take the resident back to the residents room.
Distract the resident by asking about the residents family.
Invite the resident to sit down at the piano with the nurse aide.
Ask the activity director to find something for the resident to do.
Report this to the charge nurse.
Ask if this is a normal pattern for the residents body.
Suggest the resident drink more water and increase foods with fiber.
Check if the resident is getting a medication to help with bowel movements.
Pasta and rice
Meat and eggs
Fruits and vegetables
Whole grains and milk products
ask the resident when he had his last bowel movement.
check if the resident is hungry or needs to go to the bathroom.
try to keep the resident close to observe the resident throughout the shift.
allow the resident to move around as long he does not harm other residents.
Correct residents posture
Improve the residents breathing
Promote circulation at pressure points
Provide an opportunity for incontinent care
Speak loudly and directly into the hearing aid.
Check that the hearing aid is in the correct ear.
Ask when the hearing aid battery was replaced.
Make sure the hearing aid is turned on.
decide break times with other nurse aides.
review assignments with others to check if residents are divided evenly.
check all assigned residents to see if anyone has immediate needs.
check what the activity department has scheduled for residents during the shift.
Assist the resident and report the change to the charge nurse.
Understand that these changes are just a normal part of aging.
Update the residents care plan and explain the change to the charge nurse.
Encourage independence and suggest that the resident try going to the bathroom on her own.
Clean the catheter, starting at the meatus and moving downward.
Clean the catheter, starting at the end and moving towards the genitalia.
Disconnect the drainage bag from the catheter to empty the bag fully.
Cleanse around the meatus with alcohol swabs, wiping front to back.
Wear gloves, a mask and a gown when providing care.
Use strict isolation precautions throughout care.
Wash hands and wear gloves throughout care.
Double bag all items removed from the room.
Ask if the resident has been eating salty foods lately.
Elevate the residents legs and check again later.
Report the swelling to the charge nurse.
Avoid bathing the residents lower legs.
Washing a residents hands after toileting
Using a wipe to clean around a residents stoma
Cleaning a shower chair with a chemical cleanser
Cleaning a residents bath basin with soap after use
At the nurses station.
On the isolation cart outside the residents room.
In the dirty utility room.
In the residents room.
set out clothing that the resident can dress in more quickly.
dress the resident to make sure the resident gets to breakfast earlier.
ask if there is any help the resident would like in the morning.
remind the resident that the friends will also be at activities later.
Disconnect the feeding tube temporarily to give the shower.
Protect the pump with a plastic bag before bringing into the shower room.
Ask the charge nurse for assistance with the feeding pump.
Give the resident a bed bath since the resident has a feeding tube.
Fever
Weakness
Sour breath
Frequent urination
Try to get the resident to take a few sips of water through a straw.
Reach around from behind the resident to provide abdominal thrusts.
Pat the residents back and then reach in his mouth to remove the blockage.
Ask the resident to take a deep breath and cough.
telling the resident that it is not time.
decreasing the residents fluid intake.
asking the resident to follow the schedule.
taking the resident to the bathroom as needed.
massage the beard area of the face gently.
rub the beard in the direction of the hair growth.
hold a warm, wet wash cloth against the face first.
lather the face with soap instead of shaving cream.
atrophy.
shearing.
infections.
contractures.
The resident states, I do not like this thing.
The residents position needs to be adjusted.
The resident has suddenly become very agitated.
The restraint was removed according to the care plan schedule.
Partial assistance with range of motion exercises
Full assistance with the nurse aide taking the joints through exercises
Minimal assistance to just remind the resident when it is time to exercise.
Minimal assistance to provide extremity support while the resident moves joints
go find the charge nurse.
get the suction machine.
call emergency services (911).
begin abdominal thrusts.
Dress the resident quickly.
Check the residents vital signs.
Stop the dressing to let the resident rest.
Go to find a nurse to check the resident.