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Is a pt more suceptible of getting contractures or bed sores if they lie on the bed for a long period of time?

When you measure the urine output on the graduated cylinder...do you have to describe the color and texture of the urine?

On my clinical skills sheet, it states that the cna must clean the face, neck, arms, hands, chest and back for the partial bed bath. Would that include the ears and axillary aswell? Also, when...

I got some iffy answers from the cna forum,so I thought Id ask some experienced nurses on what do with partial bed bath. Is it wrong to dip the soapy washcloth in the basin of water? How about a...

Yes, We were given a book and we received a hand out for the skills test. The hand out for the skills instructions are vague.

For the partial bed bath, is wrong to dip the soapy washcloth in the basin of water? How about a washcloth that's just wet with no soap, can you dip that in the basin? My instructor didn't do a...

If a dementia pt attempts to escape through the exit doors...what should the CNA do?

When performing a partial bed bath, which of these are correct in terms of order? A) clean arm first, hand second and clean the axillary(armpit) last B) arm first, axillary (armpit) second and...

Is post operative room the same as recovery room? Any help would be great, thnx

I thought it was wierd that my classmate who graduated from a lpn school, couldn't convert 6 mm to cm. Is there a lot of math involved in lpn school? Is there a math test that's required to get in or...

To be a certified phlebotomist, do you have to take a practical exam or written exam? What are the requirements for EKG exam?

According to the pt's bill of rights, can a PT refuse a restraint device? Does a nursing home pt have the right to have guests stay overnight? When cleaning the perineal area is back to front...

I want to clarify what steps are needed for the hand/foot care. How long do you have to soak the pt's hand/foot? Also, for partial bed bath,m is it necessary to put deodorant on the pt's axillary?...

What are the most common skills tested on the cna exam?

Do you have to provide privacy when your doing the following procedures: pulse & respiration, mouth care, removing waist restraint, and transferring pt to wheel chair?

Can I apply to a different school, if I failed the nursing program at my college? Would they prefer if I withdrew instead of fail? I'm gonna sell my ati books, if anyone is interested let me know.

Does failing nursing school look bad, when your applying to another nursing program? Also..I'm gonna sell my ati books, if anyone is interested let me know.

ON the cna test there were 3 questions that were kinda iffy for me. Any help is appreciated. 1) If a patient's urinary bag has no signs of urine, should you a) check for kinks b) inform the nurse...

Should the buttocks be cleaned first and then the rectal? I think it starts from dirty to clean, and the rectal is the most dirtiest, so i suppose i would start from there and then cleanse the butt?

It's irritating when older students act arrogantly to the younger generation. Dont do that, and you 'll be fine.

If i have a B.A in sociology do you think i'm overqualified for a CNA job?

I really think the majority of nurses on this forum are trying to blow steam out of your pathetic lives, and trying to use me as your scapegoat. I can't blame you all for being upset, who would...

I might apply to another nursing program, it's not uncommon for students to do that.

I really think my professor is racist or has some type of bias towards me. She doesn't seem to have much patience for me during the 1st or 2nd day of class. I'm somewhat of a spastic goofball, but...

Why does everyone think i'm not pulling my own weight? I've devoted most of my energy and time on reading the books, and as a result i don't get enough sleep. Nursing school is fast paced, the...