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CNAs spend the most time with residents and are critical observers of changes in condition. This lesson covers what to observe and report, recognizing changes in physical and mental status, skin observation during daily care, monitoring intake and output, bowel and bladder monitoring, pain observation in verbal and non-verbal residents, emotional and behavioral changes, the reporting chain of command, and documentation of observations. Emphasizes the CNA's vital role in early detection of problems.

Assisting residents with personal care while maintaining dignity and promoting independence is fundamental to the CNA role. This lesson covers bathing techniques (bed bath, shower, tub), oral care including denture care, hair care and grooming, nail care within CNA scope, shaving assistance, dressing and undressing techniques, perineal care, and managing residents who resist personal care. Emphasizes infection control, privacy, and resident preferences.

Range of motion exercises help maintain joint flexibility and prevent contractures in long-term care residents. This lesson covers the types of range of motion (active, passive, active-assistive), major joint movements, proper body positioning during exercises, contraindications and precautions, recognizing pain and resistance, documentation of range of motion activities, and incorporating ROM exercises into daily care routines. Includes demonstrations for all major joint groups.

CNAs play a key role in implementing restorative nursing programs that help residents maintain or improve function. This lesson covers the philosophy and goals of restorative nursing, ambulation programs, self-care training techniques, bladder and bowel retraining programs, splint and brace care, communication restoration programs, establishing individualized restorative goals, documenting restorative activities and outcomes, and the regulatory requirements for restorative nursing programs.

Safe patient handling protects both residents and caregivers from injury. This lesson covers body mechanics principles, proper use of gait belts, bed-to-wheelchair transfers, stand-pivot transfers, mechanical lift operation (Hoyer and sit-to-stand lifts), one and two-person assists, bed repositioning techniques, fall recovery procedures, and California safe patient handling regulations. Emphasizes assessing resident mobility level before choosing a transfer method.

Accurate vital sign measurement is a core CNA competency. This lesson covers proper techniques for measuring temperature (oral, tympanic, temporal, axillary), pulse (radial, apical), respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and pain level. Includes normal ranges for elderly residents, recognizing abnormal findings, when and how to report changes to the nurse, and documentation requirements. Emphasizes accuracy and the importance of trending vital sign data.

Nursing education on coagulation studies: pt/inr, including pathophysiology, assessment, nursing interventions, medication management, patient education, and evidence-based practice guidelines.

Nursing education on coagulation studies: ptt, including pathophysiology, assessment, nursing interventions, medication management, patient education, and evidence-based practice guidelines.

Healthcare professional training on cochlear implants, covering current standards, evidence-based practices, regulatory requirements, and practical application in clinical settings for all healthcare team members.

CNA-focused training on code blue awareness, covering essential knowledge, patient care skills, observation and reporting responsibilities, and evidence-based best practices for certified nursing assistants.

Nursing education on code blue management, including pathophysiology, assessment, nursing interventions, medication management, patient education, and evidence-based practice guidelines for registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses.

Nursing education on codeine, including pathophysiology, assessment, nursing interventions, medication management, patient education, and evidence-based practice guidelines for registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses.