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CNA
Certified Nursing Assistant Exam Cram
Linda Whitenton
Marty Walker
Succeed with topical reviews, practice exams, and preparation tools
· Covers exactly what you need to know to score higher on your CNA exam
· More than 150 sample test questions help you gain confidence and decide when you’re ready to take the actual exam
· Simplifies key nursing assistant concepts and techniques for easy learning
· Includes popular Cram Sheet tearcard to help you remember key concepts and do extra last-minute studying
· Exam Alerts identify important information found on the exam
Written by Leading Experts!
Score Higher on the CNA Exam!
The CD features an adaptive test engine, giving you an effective tool to assess your readiness for the CNA exam. Key features include
· Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers
· Multiple test modes
· Random questions and order of answers
· Coverage of all CNA topic categories
CNA Certified Nursing Assistant Exam Cram: Promotion of Function and Health of Residents
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Chapter 1: What You Need to Know to Prepare for the Exam
Taking the Written Examination
Testing Readiness
Testing Strategies
Answering the Questions
Taking the Clinical Skills Test
Self-Assessment
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Chapter 2: The Roles and Responsibilities of the Nursing Assistant
Your Role and Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
Other Tasks and Duties
Job Limitations
Personal Qualities
The Nursing Assistant as a Member of the Health-Care Team
Being a Team Player
Communication and Interpersonal Skills Needed for Effective CNA Practice
Legal and Ethical Considerations in Practice
Resident Rights
Ethics
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Chapter 3: Promotion of Health and Safety
Review of Body Systems Affected by Aging
Communicable Diseases and Their Effect on Health
Role of the Nursing Assistant to Prevent the Spread of Communicable
Diseases
Medical Asepsis
Mask, Eye Protection, Face Shield, Gowns
Sharp Objects
Resident Care Equipment
Environment
Linens
Surgical Asepsis
Resident Safety
Reporting Accidents or Incidents
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Chapter 4: Promotion of Function and Health of Residents
Personal Care Skills
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Restorative Skills
Self-Care and Independence
Mobility/Immobility
Health Maintenance and Restoration
Psychosocial Care Skills
Emotional and Mental Health Needs
Cultural Needs
Spiritual Needs
Sexual Needs
Data Collection and Reporting
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Chapter 5: Specialized Care
Physical Problems
Vision Impairment
Hearing Impairments
Speech Impairment
Respiratory Problems
Cardiovascular Problems
Paralysis
Digestive and Elimination Problems
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
Psychological Problems
Confusion
Aggressive Residents
Dementias
The Depressed Resident
The Terminally Ill Resident
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Chapter 6: Clinical Skills Performance Checklists
Handwashing
Measuring Body Temperature
Oral Temperature Measurement with Electronic Monitor
Rectal Temperature Measurement with Electronic Thermometer
Axillary Temperature with Electronic Thermometer
Tympanic Membrane Temperature with Electronic Thermometer
Measuring the Radial and Apical Pulse
Radial Pulse
Apical Pulse
Measuring the Respirations
Blood Pressure
Partial Bedbath
Perineal Care of the Female Resident
Nail Care (Fingers and Toes)
Mouth (Oral) Care
Mouth (Oral) Care: Care of Dentures
Dressing
Applying Elastic Support Hose
Making an Occupied Bed
Moving the Resident to the Side of the Bed
Supine Position
Fowler’s Position
Lateral (Side-Lying) Position
Sim’s Position
Prone Position
Orthopneic Position
Logrolling the Resident
Assisting the Resident to Sit on the Side of the Bed
Assisting the Resident to Transfer from the Bed to a Chair or Wheelchair
Transferring the Resident from a Bed with a Mechanical Lift
Moving the Resident from a Bed to a Stretcher (Gurney)
Using a Gait-Transfer Belt to Assist the Resident to Ambulate
Passive Range of Motion Exercises
Applying Restraints
Feeding
Offering the Bedpan
Performing Ostomy Care
Administering a Cleansing Enema
Recording Intake and Output (I & O)
Measuring and Recording Output from a Urinary Drainage Bag
Indwelling Catheter Care
Applying a Condom Catheter
Collecting Specimens
Routine Urine Specimen
Clean Catch Urine Specimen
Urine Specimen from an Indwelling Catheter
Stool Specimen
Heimlich Maneuver
Isolation Procedures
Putting on Disposable Gown, Gloves, Goggles, and Mask
Removing Disposable Gown, Gloves, Goggles, and Mask
Practice Exam I
Answers to Practice Exam I
Practice Exam II
Answers to Practice Exam II
Appendix A Nursing Assistant Test Cross-Reference
Appendix B Nurse Aide Registries
Glossary
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