continue exercises but move onto another joint.
continue since stiff joints are a normal part of aging.
apply very gentle pressure to try to bend the elbow slightly.
suggest the resident see a physical therapist for the elbow.
A. continue exercises but move onto another joint.
Record the residents height as 5 feet 4 inches.
Record the residents height as 5 feet 6 inches.
Explain that older people shrink with aging.
Measure the resident again.
hold the gait belt tighter and ask the resident to rest for a minute.
suggest the resident lean on the nurse aide for more support.
guide the resident over to the handrail and ask to hold.
ease the resident to the floor if a chair is not available.
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.
quickly move the resident to the nurses station.
ask the resident how badly the burned area hurts.
wet a towel or napkin with cool water and place against the injured area.
apply antibiotic ointment to the burned area and then cover with a bandage.
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.
The aging process can be reversed with good health care.
Bladder incontinence is a normal part of aging.
Joints tend to be less flexible as a person ages.
Sensitivity to pain increases with age.
atrophy.
shearing.
infections.
contractures.
after taking a nap.
after eating a meal.
just before bedtime.
during the shift change.
find out what the resident plans to do for the day.
make sure a walker is available for support in case it is needed.
ask if the resident has taken any medication recently.
allow time for the resident to adjust to sitting at the edge of the bed.
explain that the shower is required to keep clean and healthy.
try to motivate the resident by collecting clothing and supplies.
ask if the resident has another preference for bathing today.
remind the resident, You do have the right to refuse care.
limit physical contact with ill residents who are transferred or walked.
protect the nurse aides back when walking or transferring a resident.
help steady and support a resident when transferring or walking.
allow residents to transfer or walk independently.
Protect the toe by putting on an extra sock.
Report the observation to the charge nurse.
Apply an antibiotic ointment to prevent infection.
Soak the foot in very warm water and dry gently.
make sure the tubing is free of kinks.
remove oxygen when the resident is eating.
place a NO VISITORS sign on the residents door.
limit how often mouth care is provided to the resident.
Call for help while keeping the resident calm.
Check for injuries while asking how the resident fell.
Place a pillow under the residents head and cover with a blanket.
Consider if the resident is trying to get attention.
In the morning and at bedtime
At the beginning and near the end of a shift
Whenever the resident is soiled with urine or stool
Every two hours when the nurse aide checks on the resident
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.
Explain that the next shift will assist the resident in a short time.
Remove any wet clothing and place the resident on a dry under pad.
Ask if the resident feels very uncomfortable.
Provide incontinent care to the resident.
Ensure the resident can return home
Provide meaningful activities for the resident
Help the resident improve his/her level of functioning
Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
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.
resident neglect.
resident abuse.
nurse aide carelessness.
nurse aide noncompliance.
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.
Keep the bed in the lowest position throughout bathing.
Keep the residents body covered during the bath.
Open the window for fresh air during the bath.
Add a lot of soap to the water in the basin.
Orient the resident to person, place and time.
Review how to use the call light with the resident.
Tell the resident to never get out of bed without help.
Try to find out if there is something the resident needs.
Leave the room and close the door to allow privacy.
Consider if this is normal behavior for this couple.
Report the observation to the charge nurse immediately.
Tell the wife that she must leave the facility for the day.
clear.
cloudy.
dark yellow.
strong smelling.
remind the resident how much the resident enjoys parties.
encourage the resident to go since so many other residents are attending.
respect the residents decision and ask what the resident would like to do.
ask if the resident participated in any activities for the Jewish Hanukah holiday.
massage the area using lotion.
apply a dry protective dressing over the area.
keep the resident positioned to avoid pressure on the hip.
cleanse the hip using extra soap, then rinse and dry thoroughly.
block exit doors.
restrain residents.
place large stop signs on doors.
keep confused residents in their rooms.
Check to see if the tubing is kinked and draining properly.
Report to the charge nurse that the resident is very confused.
Remind the resident this is impossible since a catheter is in place.
Tell the resident to try to urinate since the urine will collect in the bag.
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.