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Nail Care
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Soak nails in warm water before cleaning and trimming.
Never cut the nails of a diabetic resident; only file as per facility policy.
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CNA Exam Prep - 50 Essential Skills
Pass your CNA certification exam with 50 flashcards covering patient care, vital signs, safety, and communication.
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Dressing a Resident with a Weak Side
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Dress the weak side first (POW: Put On Weak).
When undressing, remove clothing from the strong side first.
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Transfer from Bed to Wheelchair
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Place the wheelchair on the resident's stronger side.
Ensure wheels are locked and use a gait belt for safety.
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Range of Motion (ROM) Exercises
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Support the joint above and below the area being exercised.
Stop immediately if the resident complains of pain or if resistance is met.
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Feeding a Resident
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Alternate between liquids and solids.
Sit at eye level and ensure the resident has swallowed before offering the next bite.
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Assisting with a Bedpan
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The wider end of a standard bedpan should be toward the resident's buttocks.
A fracture pan is used for residents with hip fractures or limited mobility.
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Logrolling
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Turning a resident as a unit without twisting the spinal column.
Requires at least two staff members and is used for spinal cord injuries.
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Handwashing Duration
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Lather and friction should be applied for at least 20 seconds.
Keep hands lower than elbows to prevent contaminated water from flowing up arms.
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PPE Doffing Sequence
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Gloves, Goggles/Shield, Gown, Mask.
Remove PPE at the doorway or in the anteroom before exiting the room.
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Standard Precautions
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Treating all blood and body fluids as if they are infectious.
Used for every resident regardless of their diagnosis.
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