CNA Exam Review Lecture

Introduction

• Presenter: Nurse Eunice from Florida Training Academy
• Focus: Review of 76 practice CNA exam questions
• Resources: Website - fltraining.com for free study guides and practice tests
• Format: Written (multiple-choice) and skills demonstration

Key Topics on the CNA Exam

1. Basic Nursing Skills
   • Vital signs
   • Mobility assistance
   • Personal hygiene and patient care (feeding, toileting)
   • Infection control: Handwashing, PPE, biohazard handling
2. Safety and Emergency Procedures
   • Patient safety, fall prevention
   • Emergency response (choking, cardiac arrest)
3. Personal Care Skills
   • Bathing, dressing, grooming, ADLs
4. Communication Skills
   • Effective communication, nonverbal cues
   • Patient rights: privacy, confidentiality, informed consent
5. Mental Health and Social Needs
   • Care for cognitive impairments (dementia, Alzheimer's)
   • Restorative services for independence
6. CNA Roles and Responsibilities
   • Ethical care, understanding scope of practice

CNA Exam Components

• Written Section: Multiple-choice questions
• Skills Demonstration: Perform tasks in clinical setting

Study Tips

• Watch videos in distraction-free environment
• Take notes and revisit videos

Practice Questions Overview

• Reporting Changes: Report to nurse immediately
• Personal Health & Safety: Use proper body mechanics
• Resident Rights: Encourage participation in care decisions
• Scope of Practice: Assist with ADLs, not medical procedures
• Care Planning: RN develops care plan, CNA provides input
• Communication: Speak clearly, avoid medical jargon
• Nonverbal Communication: Smiling, nodding
• Hazards: Wet floors common hazard
• Skin Tears: Rough handling during transfers
• Comfort in Bed Baths: Privacy, comfortable water temperature
• Feeding Assistance: Encourage independence
• Shower Assistance: Ensure supplies are within reach
• Routine Changes: Report decreased urine output
• Physical Changes: Report new bruises
• Mobility Assistance: Provide support and devices
• Psychological Support: Listen and validate feelings
• Grief Process: Offer empathetic listening

Ethical Behaviors

• Unethical: Accepting gifts from residents

Registry and Documentation

• Nurse Aid Registry: Keep info up to date for work eligibility

Teamwork and Communication

• Good Teamwork: Share information, collaborate
• Factors Affecting Communication: Noisy environment
• Therapeutic Techniques: Use open-ended questions

Care for Dying Residents

• Postmortem Care: Respect cultural and religious practices

Safety and Emergency Protocols

• Fire Safety: RACE protocol (Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish/Exit)
• Life Safety Techniques: CPR and emergency response

Special Considerations

• Foot and Nail Care: File, do not clip
• Mouth Care for Unconscious: Turn head to side
• Skin Care: Reposition every 2 hours
• Emotional Support: Spend time talking, listening
• Behavioral Changes: Report sudden withdrawal
• Choking Response: Perform Heimlich (abdominal thrust)
• Respiratory Distress: Raise head of the bed
• Parkinson’s Disease: Use adaptive utensils
• Dementia: Maintain routine and environment

Conclusion

• Encouragement: Study and practice questions, revisit resources
• Acknowledgment: Support and encouragement for test takers

This lecture provided a comprehensive review of key topics and strategies for the CNA exam, emphasizing the importance of understanding patient care, communication, and safety protocols in a healthcare setting.