Re: CNA's and prescription Treatments
I have no problem with CNAs on my floor putting on zinc, A&D, antifungal cream/powder. eucerin etc. I let them know in report who gets what kind of cream & whose butt I need to see when they get into bed/who has dressings on their wherever so they can come get me if they are falling off and need changed. Of course, they are all fantastic on my floor and always report changes to me.
However, I also do not hesitate to help the CNAs change people when I have the time so that I can be sure to see everyone's skin.
I would certainly not have them putting Xenaderm, Santyl, or doing dressings etc...things like that need to be done by a nurse.
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