What Does Integument Mean?

When you are helping a resident with a warm bath or checking their heels during a round, you are doing more than just cleaning; you...

What is Log Rolling in CNA Care?

You’re caring for a resident recovering from back surgery, and it’s time for a linen change. You can’t just ask them to roll over—their spine...

What is Meatus? Understanding the Term

You are in the middle of providing morning peri-care for Mr. Henderson when you pause to ensure you are cleaning gently but effectively. You are...

What is Medical Asepsis?

You walk into a room to perform morning care, and the first thing you do is head straight to the sink. That simple act of...

What is Metastasis?

You’re caring for a resident with a history of breast cancer, and suddenly she reports severe pain in her lower back. The nurse mentions checking...

What is a Nephron?

You’re carefully emptying Mr. Henderson’s urinary drainage bag at the end of your shift, noting the amount and color on his intake and output (I&O)...

What is Peristalsis?

You’re walking down the hall and hear Mr. Henderson’s stomach rumbling loud enough to turn heads. That sound is actually peristalsis in action, and while...

What is Sputum?

You’re helping Mrs. Lopez with her morning routine when she has a coughing fit. She hands you a tissue, and you notice the substance inside...

What is a Thrombus?

You’re helping Mr. Henderson with his morning care when you notice his left calf looks swollen and feels warm to the touch. He mentions it...

What is a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)?

You walk into Mr. Henderson’s room to find him confused and struggling to speak, but by the time you return with the nurse five minutes...