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Nursing Assistant Basics - Chapter 1 (1)
Nursing Assistant Basics - Chapter 1 (1)
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Nursing Assistant Basics - Chapter 1Skilled care - CORRECT ANSWER-medically necessary care given by a skilled nurse or therapist
subacute care - CORRECT ANSWER-care given in a hospital or in a long-term care facility for
people who need less care than for an acute illness, but more care than for a chronic illness
Ombudsman - CORRECT ANSWER-someone who supports or promotes the needs and interests
of another person
Minimum Data Set (MDS) - CORRECT ANSWER-a detailed form with guidelines for assessing
residents in long-term care facilities; also details what to do if resident problems are identified
long term care - CORRECT ANSWER-24-hour care provided for people with ongoing conditions
who are generally unable to manage their ADLs
terminal illness - CORRECT ANSWER-a disease or condition that will eventually cause death
chronic - CORRECT ANSWER-continuing for a long time
home health care - CORRECT ANSWER-care that takes place in a person's home
assisted living - CORRECT ANSWER-residences for people who do not need skilled, 24-hour
care, but do require some help with daily care
Adult day services - CORRECT ANSWER-care for people who need some assistance or
supervision during certain hours, but who do not live in the facility where care is given
acute care - CORRECT ANSWER-24-hour skilled care for short-term illnesses or injuries;
generally given in hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers
outpatient care - CORRECT ANSWER-care given to people who have had treatments,
procedures, or surgery and do not require an overnight stay in a hospital or other care facility
Rehabilitation - CORRECT ANSWER-care given by specialists to help restore or improve function
after an illness or injury
hospice care - CORRECT ANSWER-treatment of the terminally ill in their own homes, or in special
hospital units or other facilities, with the goal of helping them to die comfortably, without pain
person-centered care - CORRECT ANSWER-a type of care that places the emphasis on the
person needing care and his or her individuality and capabilities
trauma informed care - CORRECT ANSWER-an approach to treatment that acknowledges the
role that trauma can have on the mental health of individuals
Medicare - CORRECT ANSWER-A federal program of health insurance for persons 65 years of
age and older or anyone with permanent kidney failure or certain disabilities
Medicare Part A - CORRECT ANSWER-The part of the Medicare program that pays for
hospitalization, care in a skilled nursing facility, home health care, and hospice care.
, Medicare Part B - CORRECT ANSWER-The part of the Medicare program that pays for physician
services, outpatient hospital services, durable medical equipment, and other services and
supplies.
Medicare Part C - CORRECT ANSWER-Allows private health insurance companies to provide
medicare benefits.
Medicare Part D - CORRECT ANSWER-Prescription drug coverage
Medicaid - CORRECT ANSWER-Federal program that provides medical benefits for low-income
persons.
Charting - CORRECT ANSWER-documenting important information and observations about
residents
Nursing assistant (NA) - CORRECT ANSWER-Works under the supervison of an RN or LPN;
provide patient care such as bedmaking, baths, and feeding; takes and records vital signs.
Registered Nurse (RN) - CORRECT ANSWER-a licensed nurse who assesses residents, creates
the care plan, monitors progress, provides skilled nursing care, gives treatments and medications,
and supervises the care given by nursing assistants and other members of the care team
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - CORRECT ANSWER-A
licensed nurse who can give medication and treatments. They have completed one or two years of
education and passed a licensure exam.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - CORRECT ANSWER-registered nurse educated
at the master's or post-master's level in a specific role and for a specific population; examples
include nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists, and nurse midwives
Physician (MD or DO) - CORRECT ANSWER-Leader of the team who often diagnoses and
prescribes treatment interventions for clients
Physician Assistant (PA) - CORRECT ANSWER-Works under the supervision of physicians; takes
medical histories, performs physcial exams, orders basic tests, makes preliminary diagnosis,
treats minor injuries, prescribes treatments.
Physical Therapist (PT) - CORRECT ANSWER-provides treatment to prevent disability or restore
function through the use of exercise, heat, massage, or other techniques
Occupational Therapist (OT) - CORRECT ANSWER-Helps residents learn to adapt to disability
speech-language pathologist (SLP) - CORRECT ANSWER-assesses and treats persons with
speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders
Registered Dietitian (RD) - CORRECT ANSWER-a professional who creates special diets for
residents with specific needs and plans menus to ensure residents' nutritional needs are met
Medical Social Worker (MSW) - CORRECT ANSWER-determines residents' needs and helps get
them support services, such as counseling or financial assistance
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