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Heart Failure Knowledge Among Cnas In A Skilled Nursing Facility: A Pilot Project, Amanda Mcdannald
Heart Failure Knowledge Among Cnas In A Skilled Nursing Facility: A Pilot Project, Amanda Mcdannald
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Heart failure (HF) is one of the leading causes of hospitalization among patients over the age of 65 years. Many are transitioned to skilled nursing facilities (SNF) following hospital discharge. HF-specific SNF staff education was designed for early detection of changes and improved management of this patient population. Computer-based education modules and hands on skill demonstration stations were created to provide basic HF knowledge and specific guideline recommended care measures for the SNF environment. A pretest, post-test, and skill demonstration were implemented and included weight assessment, application of compression stockings, volume status monitoring, and low sodium diet recommendations. Pretest scores …