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Can CNAs monitor?
As part of their patient care, certified nursing assistants constantly monitor the physical and emotional health of a patient and either troubleshoot issues or report problems to the supervising nurse or doctor.
Whats the meaning of CNA?
A certified nursing assistant helps patients with direct health care needs, often under the supervision of a nurse. Certified nursing assistants may also be called a nursing assistant, a nurse's aid, or a patient care assistant.
Can CNAs monitor intake and output?
Certified Nursing Assistants are required to observe residents who may have fluid imbalances or those who are at higher risk of dehydration by calculating intake and output (I&O) during each shift. I&O monitoring should be taken seriously.
Can a nursing assistant weigh a patient?
The Nurse Assistant should assist with or perform personal care only when patients/residents are unable to perform a skill for themselves. Other activities included in this module are use of prosthetic devices, bowel and bladder retraining, and weighing and measuring height of the patient/resident.