Register your product to gain access to bonus material or receive a coupon.
This eBook includes the following formats, accessible from your Account page after purchase:
EPUB The open industry format known for its reflowable content and usability on supported mobile devices.
PDF The popular standard, used most often with the free Acrobat® Reader® software.
This eBook requires no passwords or activation to read. We customize your eBook by discreetly watermarking it with your name, making it uniquely yours.
CNA Certified Nursing Assistant Exam Cram, Second Edition is the perfect study guide to help you prepare for success on the CNA Certified Nursing Assistant exam. It provides coverage and practice questions for every current exam topic and is fully revised to reflect the latest NNAAP test plan. The book presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam Alerts, sidebars, and notes interspersed throughout the text keep you focused on what you need to know. Exam prep questions help you assess your knowledge, and the Cram Sheet tear card is the perfect last-minute review.
Covers the critical information you’ll need to know to score higher on your CNA Certified Nursing Assistant exam!
· Discover the roles and responsibilities of the nursing assistant to promote health and safety of residents
· Review specialized care
· Rely on new clinical skills performance checklist
Companion Website
The companion website provides access to the Cram Sheet and the Pearson Test Prep practice test software featuring three practice tests, giving you an effective tool to assess your readiness for the CNA exam. The Pearson Test Prep Practice test software is available in both an online application and a Windows desktop offline application in multiple test modes.
Pearson Test Prep online system requirements:
Browsers: Chrome version 40 and above; Firefox version 35 and above; Safari version 7; Internet Explorer 10, 11; Microsoft Edge; Opera. Devices: Desktop and laptop computers, tablets running on Android and iOS, smartphones with a minimum screen size of 4.7". Internet access required.
Pearson Test Prep offline system requirements:
Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, or Vista (SP2); Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 Client; Pentium-class 1 GHz processor (or equivalent); 512 MB RAM; 650 MB disk space plus 50 MB for each downloaded practice exam; access to the Internet to register and download exam databases
Download the sample pages (includes Chapter 4 and index)
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
Other Team Members
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 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
Shaving
Nail Care
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 Checklist
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
Monitoring Resident in 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
Isolation Procedures
Choking Relief
Putting on Disposable Gown, Gloves, Goggles, and Mask
Removing Disposable Gown, Gloves, Goggles, and Mask
Assisting with Post-Mortem Care
Practice Exam I
Answers to Practice Exam I
Practice Exam II
Answers to Practice Exam II
Practice Exam III
Answers to Practice Exam III
Appendix A: Nursing Assistant Test Cross-Reference
Glossary
9780789758866 TOC 5/16/2017