In this post, We will demonstrate another important CNA clinical skill which is counting and recording respiration rate. Respiration count should be taken for exactly sixty seconds. Notice your watch carefully while taking the count. You must support the patient by holding the arm on the mattress while you take the count and make a … Read more
In this post, We are going to explain an important CNA clinical skill which is measuring and recording blood pressure. Find the brachial pulse before you place the cuff on the arm and once again before you place the stethoscope on the arm. While inflating the cuff carefully listen to the heartbeat. The cuff inflation … Read more
In this post, we are going to explain an important CNA clinical skill which is how to ambulation using a gait belt. Before starting the ambulating procedure the CNA must explain all the procedures to the patients and clear any doubts they may have. Position the gait belt before making the patient stand and snug … Read more
Measuring and recording weight is another important skill of a nursing assistant. In this post, we are going to show you the right procedure for this skill test. You must ensure that the weighing equipment is in proper working condition before starting the procedure. Set both the scales on zero before you tell the client … Read more
Hand washing is one very important aspect of CNA skills, as it helps in controlling and spreading any infection to the resident as well as the nurse aide. Below is the procedure of handwashing for the CNA skills test. Before applying soap you must get your hands and wrists wet and provide proper friction of … Read more
