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Personal care and comfort. The CNA must be proficient in the completion and documentation of the following tasks:
a. Bathes patient in the bed, chair, tub or shower providing for patient’s privacy, comfort and safety while doing so
b. Assists /provides mouth care
c. Shampoos, styles and/or combs patient’s hair
d. Performs basic nail care and foot care
f. Assists patient to dress
g. Assists with ambulation, transfer, use of assistive devices
h. Turns and positions patient
i. Assists patient to perform range of motion exercises
j. Facilitates elimination, assisting patient to use BSC, diapers, bedpan, urinal or to care for indwelling catheter or ostomy appliance
k. Facilitates nutrition, assists by preparing meal, feeding patient and/or by offering fluids
l. Models competent personal care techniques and communication skills for the caregiver
m. Performs all of the above tasks for all ages/developmental stages
n. Participates in bereavement care by attending visitations/funerals - 30%