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When giving a partial bed bath, the nursing assistant should prioritize safety, privacy, and hygiene.

According to numerous CNA training resources, proper technique for a partial bed bath is a fundamental skill for maintaining patient dignity and preventing infection. When giving a partial bed bath, the nursing assistant should focus on key areas that require daily washing, all while ensuring the patient's comfort, safety, and privacy throughout the procedure. This process is vital for immobilized or weak individuals who cannot tolerate a full bath.

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What is essential for the CNA to provide when assisting with elimination?

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), proper elimination assistance has significant psychosocial effects on a client's quality of life. The most essential factors for the CNA to provide when assisting with elimination are preserving patient dignity, ensuring safety, maintaining hygiene, using proper technique, and accurate documentation. Without these, a patient's comfort and well-being are at risk.

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How many residents should a CNA have in PA? A guide to Pennsylvania staffing ratios

Effective July 1, 2024, new regulations were implemented in Pennsylvania to increase the minimum staffing ratios in long-term care facilities. This change, the first in over two decades, is a significant step toward improving resident care and directly answers the question of **how many residents should a CNA have in PA**. These minimums vary by shift to ensure adequate supervision and support around the clock.

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