What Kind of Responsibilities Do Certified Nursing Assistants have?

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Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA's) are a very important component in the health care delivery system.  The ability to recognize signs and symptoms, and monitor the patient's status is an important task.  Certified Nursing Assistants have many responsibilities, and help assist nurses in the care of their patients.  

 

Here are some of the responsibilities associated with Certified Nursing Assistants here in Chicago, Illinois.

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What is the Certified Nursing Assistant CNA's Role in Diabetes Patients

 

CNA's play an important role when it comes to patient's who have Diabetes.

The amount of time that they spend with their patients, in addition to the education they receive, provides a resource to patients who have this disease.

 

CNA's can help their patients can stay on the path towards living a healthy lifestyle.

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What Exactly is Diabetes?

 

Diabetes is a Disease in which the sugar in your blood is too high.

Blood Sugar (Glucose) comes from the foods that you eat on a daily basis.

Too much sugar in your blood can lead to serious problems.

 

What Problems Can Come From Diabetes?

 

Diabetes can damage the following:

- EYES

- KIDNEYS

- NERVES

- HEART

- LIMBS

 

What Are the Symptoms?

 

Symptoms of Diabetes include:

1. Increased Thirst and Urination

- Are you going to the bathroom all the time?

 

2.  Constant Hungry

- Have you been feeling that are hungry all the time?  More than normal?

 

3.  Blurred Vision

- Has your vision been blurry lately?

 

What Can I Do to Prevent Diabetes?

 

You can do the following things to help prevent Diabetes.

1.  Lose Weight and Keep it Off

2.  Make sure You Have a Healthy Eating Plan

3.  Exercise Regularly

4.  Stop Smoking

5. Make Sure You talk To Your Health Care Provider

 

CNA Patient Monitoring | Responsibilities

 

CNA's Will:

 

- Make sure diabetic patient receives their tray in a timely manner, and the appropriate diet is delivered to patient.

 

- Will monitor patient for signs and symptoms that are associated with hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia.

 

- Will ensure proper monitoring and implementation of foot care.

 

- Proper education prevention techniques associated with mobility and foot care.

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