If a resident with a chronic disease is having difficulty communication with visitors, the NA can help by providing an update about the resident’s recent changes in condition. True or False

Which vital sign(s) are abnormal and should be reported to the nurse?: T 100.1 Oral, P 62, R 13

Which of the following is a symptom of  Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

What is difficult for residents with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Residents with swallowing problems may be restricted to consuming only thickened liquids. Thickening liquids increases the resident’s ability to control fluid while it is in their mouth and throat. If thickening is ordered, it is used with all liquids. Match the thickening definition to the correct term.

Residents with swallowing problems may be restricted to consuming only thickened liquids. Thickening liquids increases the resident’s ability to control fluid while it is in their mouth and throat. If thickening is ordered, it is used with all liquids. Match the thickening definition to the correct term.

The resident has “NPO” as one item in their care plan. What does this mean?

Which would be the best statement for the nursing assistant to make to the resident who is pacing around a group of residents during an activity?