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  1. Note taking tips/help??

    tomc5555 replied to mrskrobbins's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    First: Take the tests at each chapter end. STUDY what you answered incorrectly. The book will be BIG, and you won't be able to read EVERYTHING, study what you don't know. Good

  2. PRN CNA the worst?

    tomc5555 replied to peachescna's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Bump

  3. Flat Rate Pay For Sleepovers Question

    tomc5555 replied to Skayda's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would look into why she is having this change in bladder elimination. It sounds likes UTI. It is not normal to need the toilet that

  4. What should I do now?

    tomc5555 replied to kaidagirl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think you should post this thread on the nursing forum. Good

  5. Peri care steps for ambulatory female using toilet

    tomc5555 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Peri care during toileting. For female residents who are ambulatory and using a toilet I need to confirm the steps. I assist the resident to the toilet and safely get them on the toilet. I always...

  6. Gay male nurse concern about male patient care

    tomc5555 replied to Devon Rex's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Be professional and do a great job. Thats all anyone can expect or want from a nurse. The rest is none of the patients

  7. Do not bother with CNA programs unless you have experience in the field.

    tomc5555 replied to realitycheck2013's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try home

  8. My client is now unconscious/how to be effective

    tomc5555 replied to Jessicainsantafe's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Been there a number if times. I take the lead from the RN. When I'm doing cares or talking to the person, I tell them everything is alright, their family is alright and safe and happy. I tell them all...

  9. Emotional disorders

    tomc5555 replied to rivershark2005's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Contact an attorney. This is a situation worth the time and energy to pursue

  10. i start class today!

    tomc5555 replied to nurse_tobe's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congratulations and good luck. The best time saver for me was to take the tests at end of chapters, first, then study what I didn't know. The text books tend to be large and in my class we went...

  11. Home health aide

    tomc5555 replied to LJohnson11213's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It can be good experience for a new CNA/HHA. I always got cases that allowed me to use my skills, not jut companionship or cooking. A lot of my cases were hospice or transitioned to hospice so I did a...

  12. New aide in distress..seeking advice?

    tomc5555 replied to Cbrez's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    WOW. Having a bad night, are

  13. Bad Practice

    tomc5555 replied to englishgeek's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Someone on this board once wrote about a similar situation and was advised to say, 'oh, let me wash my hands first'. This also served as a reminder for the trainer to practice hand

  14. New job

    tomc5555 replied to Lame's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Keep notes on the residents, including who needs ambulation assist, stand by assist. Whether they have bladder or bowel incontinence. Memory loss, confusion. Dietary, fluid restrictions. Most...

  15. Burnout: getting through the shift

    tomc5555 replied to jrgcna's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Can you talk about this with your supervisor? There may be advice they can offer, or changes. You seem like such an asset to LTC, I would hope you are valued enough to be counseled by an appreciative...

  16. Help w/ Scrubs

    tomc5555 replied to ehess20's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Have you checked

  17. Working in a christian place while being an atheist?

    tomc5555 replied to mls4455's topic in Spirituality, Religion

  18. Working in a christian place while being an atheist?

    tomc5555 replied to mls4455's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    You've gotten some great comments. It reminds me of my last assignment husband and wife were staunch in support of their political party. I never took offense to their praise of the party and...

  19. CHHA looking to become a CNA

    tomc5555 replied to nelle1021's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What state do you live

  20. how to get paid more as CNA when you HAVE the experience

    tomc5555 replied to hopeful7's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    As a CNA your degrees aren't relevant, which I'm sure you know. A lot of home clients want companionship and intellectual stimulation and seek caregivers with some education. I would look into...

  21. I think I got fired before I even got to start my new job.

    tomc5555 replied to SlaveHeart's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    So sorry that happened to you and the kids. Hang in

  22. Home Health Aide Requires You to Know How to Drive

    tomc5555 replied to sebig001's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Most of my clients preferred we use their car, they liked the familiarity and to run the car periodically. HH agencies advertise for CNA's because the training is beneficial. When a CNA is working...

  23. Rude ED Doctors

    tomc5555 replied to Skayda's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am curious, did the resident come home or get

  24. CNA frustrated with co-workers!!!

    tomc5555 replied to tenn_bsnstudent's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Many thanks to you and all LTC workers who want to make a difference. I'm sure you have a positive impact on the residents. Whether you stay or leave keep your values

  25. Homework

    tomc5555 replied to Momuv6's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Take test at end of chapter first. Study/read what you don't know. Your text will be big, learn what you don't know first and read everything else as time allows. I'm sure you'll do