CNA Patient Interaction

Introduction

• CNA Patty introduces herself to Mr. Jonas, the patient.
• Establishes purpose: To take vital signs.

Patient Privacy and Preparation

• Closes the curtain for privacy.
• Washes hands and gathers supplies before starting.

Vital Signs Procedure

• Informs Mr. Jonas the process will take about a minute.
• Asks Mr. Jonas to remain quiet during the procedure.
• Places equipment, presumably a monitor, on Mr. Jonas’s stomach briefly.
• Completes the vital signs check.

Patient Assistance

• Asks Mr. Jonas if he needs anything else.
• Offers to get a magazine, which Mr. Jonas declines.

Post-Procedure

• Opens the curtain post-procedure.
• Washes hands again.
• Documents findings from the vital signs check.
• Reviews procedure steps and makes necessary corrections.
• Communicates completion of skill to an evaluator if present.

Key Points

• Emphasizes patient privacy and hygiene.
• Ensures clear communication and patient comfort.
• Completes documentation and procedural review.