This comprehensive review, based upon the latest OBRA standards, exams the practice of the nursing assistant in preparation for certification testing.
It also serves as a readily available resource to check information and techniques on the go in daily practice. The material discussed serves as a guideline only, while every attempt was made to ensure that the material provided is up to date, it is important to remember that each state and facility/agency has specific requirements.
There are 10 units of review material with audio-lectures, over 300 vocabulary words/definitions, 300 test questions and rationales:
1. Role and Responsibility of the CNA
2. Communication & Documentation
3. Legal & Ethical Behaviors
4. Basic Nursing Skills
5. Body Systems, Common Disorders and Related Care Expectations
6. Admissions & Discharges
7. Nutritional Requirements and Techniques
8. Elimination Procedures
9. Restorative Care
10. Palliative/Hospice Care
Author Biography:
Margaret Travis-Dinkins, MSN, RN, BC, PLNC has been a full time board certified psychiatric and mental health nurse since 1982. She has been a nurse educator since 2002 at Westchester Community College, Pace University (Pleasantville Campus) and Mount Saint Mary College, and provides online tutoring for a RN bridge program.
JoAnn Duquesnay, APRN, BC, PLNC is a board certified New York State licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience in oncology/palliative care, med-surg, and various psychiatric practice areas. She has enjoyed the role of a nurse educator for undergraduate and graduate nursing students, and has developed and presented several staff education programs.
Willie J. Dinkins, Sr. has been involved in various roles within the healthcare system over the past 25 years. His experiences include nursing assistant, CASAC Adolescent Division, and adult substance abuse. Additionally, his knowledge of computer programs and general operational techniques greatly facilitated the completion of this app.