TITLE 77: PUBLIC HEALTH
CHAPTER I: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
SUBCHAPTER c: LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES
PART 395 LONG-TERM CARE ASSISTANTS AND AIDES TRAINING PROGRAMS CODE
SECTION 395.305 ADVANCED NURSING ASSISTANT TRAINING PROGRAM


 

Section 395.305   Advanced Nursing Assistant Training Program

 

The ANATP shall obtain the model program curriculum from the Department.  The ANATP curriculum shall include, at a minimum, the following:

 

a)         Module I – Introduction to the CNA II Role

 

1)         History of CNA Education.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Discuss the progression of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) education in Illinois; and

 

B)        Differentiate the current CNA practice levels.

 

2)         Purpose of CNA II.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Discuss the role of the CNA II as an agent of change; and

 

B)        Describe the various responsibilities of a CNA II in Illinois.

 

3)         CNA II Requirements.  Objective:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to identify the current requirements to practice as a CNA II in Illinois, including:

 

A)        Education;

 

B)        Experience;

 

C)        Criminal Background Check;

 

D)        Competency Testing;

 

E)        Registry;

 

F)         Renewal; and

 

G)        Recertification.

 

b)         Module II – Rules and Regulations Overview

 

1)         Rules and Regulations.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Define the purpose of administrative rules;

 

B)        Discuss the impact of standards of care on CNA II practice;

 

C)        Discuss the impact of practice Acts on CNA II practice; and

 

D)        Examine the expanded role of the CNA II pertaining to administrative rules.

 

2)         Governmental Regulatory Agencies.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Identify pertinent regulatory agencies; and

 

B)        Discuss the purpose of the regulating governmental agencies.

 

3)         Current Regulations.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Locate sources for current regulations;

 

B)        Review information related to abuse, neglect and theft;

 

C)        Examine the expanded role of the CNA II regarding abuse, neglect and theft; and

 

D)        Discuss the impact of current regulations.

 

4)         Facility Policies and Procedures.  Objective:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to analyze policies and procedures found in various health care settings.

 

5)         Compliance Issues.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Investigate compliance issues identified in various health care settings by regulatory agencies;

 

B)        Discuss the connection between regulatory requirements and policies and procedures in various health care settings; and

 

C)        Describe the accreditation options in various health care settings, including type and purpose.

 

c)         Module III – Person-Directed Care

 

1)         Respect of the Individual

 

A)        Culture.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Define culture as it relates to healthcare; and

 

ii)         Compare and contrast the previous and current perceptions of healthcare and culture.

 

B)        Philosophy.  Objective:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to discuss the philosophy of person-directed care.

 

2)         Advocate for the Individual.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Review appropriate methods used to deliver person-directed care;

 

B)        Examine methods to support the CNA II in his or her role as an advocate; and

 

C)        Examine the expanded advocacy role of the CNA II in person-directed care.

 

3)         Continuity of Individualized Care.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Recognize the importance of maintaining individualized care across various health care settings; and

 

B)        Model ways that continuity of care can be supported by the CNA II.

 

d)         Module IV – Professional Relationships

 

1)         Attitude.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Identify various types of attitudes in the workplace;

 

B)        Discuss the impact of attitudes on professional relationships; and

 

C)        Examine various influences affecting one's professional attitude.

 

2)         Communication

 

A)        Personal.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Distinguish between various styles of personal communication;

 

ii)         Identify one's own personal style of communication; and

 

iii)        Demonstrate effective communication utilizing his or her personal style.

 

B)        Organizational.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Examine the expanded role of the CNA II regarding documentation;

 

ii)         Discuss factors affecting staff scheduling;

 

iii)        Develop a sample staff schedule;

 

iv)        Discuss factors affecting care assignments;

 

v)         Develop a sample care assignment;

 

vi)        Identify skills required to be an effective committee member;

 

vii)       Examine the expanded role of the CNA II regarding organizational evaluation; and

 

viii)      Examine the role of the CNA II regarding the utilization of technology in the workplace.

 

3)         Motivations.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Compare and contrast various motivational theories;

 

B)        Discuss various external motivators; and

 

C)        Discuss various internal motivators.

 

4)         Team Building.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Discuss the concepts of team building;

 

B)        Examine the role of a leader in team building;

 

C)        Identify effective team building techniques utilized by leaders;

 

D)        Examine various roles in which team members may serve; and

 

E)        Identify various responsibilities of effective team members.

 

5)         Conflict Resolution.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Identify common causes of conflict in the workplace;

 

B)        Analyze possible effects of workplace conflict; and

 

C)        Identify steps of a resolution process, including:

 

i)          Discussing appropriate informal conflict resolution strategies, including assertiveness and negotiation; and

 

ii)         Discussing appropriate formal conflict resolution strategies, including chain of command and grievance policy.

 

6)         Critical Thinking.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Differentiate between critical thinking and problem-solving;

 

B)        Identify steps of the critical thinking process, including:

 

i)          Interpretation;

 

ii)         Analysis;

 

iii)        Evaluation;

 

iv)        Inference;

 

v)         Explanation; and

 

vi)        Self-regulation; and

 

C)        Integrate critical thinking strategies into the CNA II role.

 

e)         Module V – Mentoring

 

1)         Peer Mentor.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Examine the role of a peer mentor;

 

B)        Differentiate peer mentor, preceptor, and trainer roles; and

 

C)        Identify qualities and characteristics of an effective peer mentor.

 

2)         Peer Mentor Program.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Discuss the purpose of a peer mentor program;

 

B)        Discuss the role of the CNA II regarding program planning;

 

C)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding program implementation; and

 

D)        Examine the role of the CNA II in the evaluative process of the mentee and the program.

 

3)         Education 

 

A)        Learning Styles.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Identify various learning styles; and

 

ii)         Discuss the importance of recognizing various learning styles.

 

B)        Learning Theories.  Objective:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to compare and contrast various learning theories, including Knowles Theory of Adult Learning.

 

C)        Influences on Learning.  Objective:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to examine various influences affecting one's ability to learn.

 

D)        Teaching Methods.  Objective:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to recognize the importance of matching teaching methods to learning styles.

 

4)         Mentor-Mentee Relationship

 

A)        Recognition.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Examine the role of the CNA II in welcoming the mentee;

 

ii)         Examine the role of the CNA II in appreciating the value of the mentee, including prior experiences and individualism; and

 

iii)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding inclusion of the mentee in the workplace culture.

 

B)        Motivation.  Objective:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to examine the role of the CNA II in selecting appropriate motivational methods.

 

C)        Communication.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Examine the role of the CNA II in serving as an appropriate role-model;

 

ii)         Examine the role of the CNA II in providing appropriate clinical guidance; and

 

iii)        Examine the role of the CNA II in providing appropriate feedback to the mentee in a timely, constructive, and respectful manner.

 

f)         Module VI – Common Health Concerns

 

1)         Neurological System

 

A)        Parkinson's Disease.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Parkinson's disease;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Parkinson's Disease;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Parkinson's Disease on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Parkinson's Disease.

 

B)        Multiple Sclerosis.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Multiple Sclerosis;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Multiple Sclerosis on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Multiple Sclerosis.

 

C)        Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias.

 

D)        Cerebrovascular Accident.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Cerebrovascular Accident;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Cerebrovascular Accident;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Cerebrovascular Accident on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Cerebrovascular Accident.

 

2)         Cardiovascular System

 

A)        Congestive Heart Failure.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Congestive Heart Failure;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Congestive Heart Failure on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Congestive Heart Failure.

 

B)        Peripheral Vascular Disease.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Peripheral Vascular Disease;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Peripheral Vascular Disease;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Peripheral Vascular Disease on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Peripheral Vascular Disease.

 

C)        Coronary Artery Disease.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Coronary Artery Disease;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Coronary Artery Disease;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Coronary Artery Disease on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Coronary Artery Disease.

 

3)         Respiratory System

 

A)        Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of various Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases.

 

B)        Pneumonia.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Pneumonia;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Pneumonia;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Pneumonia on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Pneumonia.

 

4)         Gastrointestinal System

 

A)        Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disorder.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disorder;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disorder;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disorder on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disorder.

 

B)        Gastrointestinal Ulcers.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Gastrointestinal Ulcers;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of various Gastrointestinal Ulcers;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Gastrointestinal Ulcers on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Gastrointestinal Ulcers.

 

C)        Gallstones.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Gallstones;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Gallstones;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Gallstones on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Gallstones.

 

D)        Diverticulitis.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Diverticulitis;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Diverticulitis;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Diverticulitis on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Diverticulitis.

 

5)         Urinary System

 

A)        Incontinence.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Identify various types of Incontinence;

 

ii)         Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Incontinence;

 

iii)        Recognize signs and symptoms of various types of Incontinence;

 

iv)        Discuss the impact of Incontinence on a person; and

 

v)         Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Incontinence.

 

B)        Urinary Tract Infections.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Urinary Tract Infections;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Urinary Tract Infections;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Urinary Tract Infections on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Urinary Tract Infections.

 

C)        Kidney Stones.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Kidney Stones;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Kidney Stones;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Kidney Stones on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Kidney Stones.

 

6)         Reproductive System, Male: Prostate Enlargement. Objectives: upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Prostate Enlargement;

 

B)        Recognize signs and symptoms of Prostate Enlargement;

 

C)        Discuss the impact of Prostate Enlargement on a person; and

 

D)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Prostate Enlargement.

 

7)         Reproductive System, Female

 

A)        Endometriosis.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Endometriosis;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Endometriosis;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Endometriosis on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Endometriosis.

 

B)        Menopause.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Menopause;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Menopause;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Menopause on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Menopause.

 

C)        Hysterectomy.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of a Hysterectomy;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of problems experienced post-Hysterectomy;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of a Hysterectomy on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with a Hysterectomy.

 

8)         Musculoskeletal System

 

A)        Osteoporosis.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Osteoporosis;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Osteoporosis;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Osteoporosis on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Osteoporosis.

 

B)        Fractures.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Fractures;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of various Fractures;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of a Fracture on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with a Fracture.

 

C)        Osteoarthritis.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Osteoarthritis;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Osteoarthritis;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Osteoarthritis on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Osteoarthritis.

 

9)         Integumentary System

 

A)        Wounds.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of various Wound types;

 

ii)         Discuss measures commonly utilized for Wound prevention;

 

iii)        Recognize signs and symptoms of various Wounds;

 

iv)        Discuss the impact of Wounds on a person;

 

v)         Identify and demonstrate skills in non-sterile dressing changes:

 

vi)        Describe and demonstrate techniques for non-sterile dressing changes (e.g., adhesive bandages, non-sterile gauze and tape, and drain sponges/drainage gauze);

 

vii)       Describe and demonstrate application of triple antibiotic ointment (TAO) or other over-the-counter antimicrobial creams/ointments;

 

viii)      Describe and demonstrate other non-sterile dressing changes (e.g., removal of soiled, and application of new, non-sterile drain sponge/gauze at g-tube/j-tube site and removal of soiled, and application of new, non-sterile drain sponge/gauze at tracheostomy site); and

 

ix)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with a Wound.

 

B)        Pressure Ulcers.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Pressure Ulcers;

 

ii)         Discuss measures commonly utilized for Pressure Ulcer prevention; 

 

iii)        Recognize signs and symptoms of various Pressure Ulcers;

 

iv)        Discuss the impact of Pressure Ulcers on a person; and

 

v)         Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Pressure Ulcers.

 

C)        Circulatory Ulcers.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Circulatory Ulcers;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of Circulatory Ulcers;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Circulatory Ulcers on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with a Circulatory Ulcer.

 

D)        Dermal Anomalies.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Identify various types of Dermal Anomalies;

 

ii)         Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of various Dermal Anomalies;

 

iii)        Recognize signs and symptoms of various Dermal Anomalies;

 

iv)        Discuss the impact of Dermal Anomalies on a person; and

 

v)         Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with a Dermal Anomaly.

 

E)        Infestations.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Identify various types of Infestations;

 

ii)         Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of various Infestations;

 

iii)        Recognize signs and symptoms of various Infestations;

 

iv)        Discuss the impact of an Infestation on a person; and

 

v)         Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with an Infestation.

 

10)         Cancer.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of various Cancers;

 

B)        Recognize signs and symptoms of various Cancers;

 

C)        Discuss the impact of Cancer on a person; and

 

D)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Cancer.

 

11)         Infections.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Identify various types of Infections, including sepsis and septicemia;

 

B)        Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of various types of Infections, including sepsis and septicemia;

 

C)        Discuss measures commonly utilized to prevent Infections;

 

D)        Recognize signs and symptoms of Infections, including sepsis and septicemia;

 

E)        Discuss the impact of an Infection on a person; and

 

F)         Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with an Infection.

 

12)         Pain.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Identify various types of Pain;

 

B)        Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Pain;

 

C)        Identify methods of Pain recognition;

 

D)        Recognize signs and symptoms of Pain;

 

E)        Discuss the impact of Pain on a person; and

 

F)         Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person experiencing Pain.

 

13)         Mental Health 

 

A)        Anxiety Disorders.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Anxiety Disorders;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of various Anxiety Disorders;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of an Anxiety Disorder on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with an Anxiety Disorder.

 

B)        Mood Disorders.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Mood Disorders;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of various Mood Disorders;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of a Mood Disorder on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with a Mood Disorder.

 

C)        Mental Illness.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Mental Illness;

 

ii)         Recognize signs and symptoms of various Mental Illnesses;

 

iii)        Discuss the impact of Mental Illness on a person; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with a Mental Illness.

 

14)       Endocrine System.  Diabetes.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Demonstrate understanding of the incidence and prevalence of Diabetes;

 

B)        Recognize signs and symptoms of Diabetes;

 

C)        Discuss the impact of Diabetes on a person; and

 

D)        Demonstrate understanding of the role of the CNA II in supporting the care of a person with Diabetes.

 

g)         Module VII – Skills

 

1)         CNA II as a Procedural Assistant.  Objective:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to examine the role of the CNA II as a procedural assistant to health care practitioners.

 

2)         Sterile Technique.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Explain the purpose of sterile technique;

 

B)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding sterile technique;

 

C)        Demonstrate applying sterile gloves; and

 

D)        Demonstrate setting up the sterile field.

 

3)         Respiratory Procedures 

 

A)        Assisting with Oxygen Delivery.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Explain the purpose of oxygen delivery;

 

ii)         Review the responsibilities of the CNA II in oxygen therapy;

 

iii)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding oxygen delivery;

 

iv)        Demonstrate maintenance of correct placement of established oxygen delivery devices, including mask, cannula, and tent;

 

v)         Verify rate of oxygen administration ordered with supervisor;

 

vi)        Compare rate of administration ordered with rate being delivered;

 

vii)       Monitor the person with established oxygen therapy;

 

viii)      Review signs and symptoms of respiratory distress;

 

ix)        Review appropriate CNA actions utilized for the person experiencing respiratory distress; and

 

x)         Transfer oxygen delivery tubing from one oxygen delivery device to another.

 

B)        Pulse Oximetry.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Explain the purpose of pulse oximetry;

 

ii)         Examine the role of the CNA II regarding pulse oximetry; and

 

iii)        Demonstrate correct measurement of pulse oximetry.

 

4)         Urinary Catheters.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Review the purpose of urinary catheters;

 

B)        Review routine catheter care;

 

C)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding urinary catheters; and

 

D)        Demonstrate application of external urinary catheters.

 

5)         Ostomy Appliances.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Review the purpose of ostomies;

 

B)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding ostomies;

 

C)        Differentiate ostomy types;

 

D)        Demonstrate cleaning the stoma of an established ostomy; and

 

E)        Demonstrate changing an ostomy appliance of an established ostomy.

 

6)         Dressings.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Identify various types of dressings;

 

B)        Discuss the purpose of various types of dressings;

 

C)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding dressings;

 

D)        Describe observations made during care of a person with a dressing;

 

E)        Demonstrate various types of non-sterile dressing changes; and

 

F)         Demonstrate set-up assistance for sterile dressing changes.

 

7)         Drains.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Identify various types of drains;

 

B)        Discuss the purpose of drains;

 

C)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding drains; and

 

D)        Describe observations made during care of a person with a drain.

 

8)         Enteral Feedings.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

A)        Review enteral feedings;

 

B)        Discuss the purpose of enteral feedings;

 

C)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding enteral feedings;

 

D)        Describe observations made during care of a person with an enteral feeding; and

 

E)        Demonstrate care of an established enteral tube insertion site.

 

9)         Testing 

 

A)        Testing of Occult Blood.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Discuss the purpose of testing for occult blood;

 

ii)         Examine the role of the CNA II regarding testing for occult blood; and

 

iii)        Demonstrate testing for occult blood.

 

B)        Blood Glucose Testing.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Discuss the purpose of blood glucose testing;

 

ii)         Examine the role of the CNA II regarding blood glucose testing; and

 

iii)        Demonstrate blood glucose testing.

 

C)        Urine Testing.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Identify various types of urine tests;

 

ii)         Discuss the purpose of various types of urine tests;

 

iii)        Examine the role of the CNA II regarding urine testing; and

 

iv)        Demonstrate various methods of urine testing.

 

10)        Blood Pressure

 

A)        Measurements.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Discuss measurement of blood pressure; and

 

ii)         Examine the role of the CNA II regarding blood pressure measurements.

 

B)        Alternative Sites.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Discuss the purpose of using alternate sites when measuring blood pressure; and

 

ii)         Demonstrate measuring blood pressure utilizing alternative sites, such as, forearm, thigh and lower leg.

 

C)        Orthostatic Blood Pressure.  Objectives:  upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

 

i)          Discuss the purpose of orthostatic blood pressure measurements; and

 

ii)         Demonstrate measuring orthostatic blood pressure manually and electronically.

 

(Source:  Added at 44 Ill. Reg. 3455, effective February 21, 2020)