Title: Demonstrate the appropriate response to a conscious or unconscious resident in an emergency situation.
Course: Nurse Aide (14051) > Section: Unit V: Emergency Measures

Demonstration should include

- differentiating between being conscious, confused, and unconscious
- responding to a conscious resident
  - checking vital signs, pulse, and breathing
  - observing skin color, warmth, and moisture
  - asking them to describe pain, illnesses, and/or current medical issues they are experiencing
  - documenting what occurred
- responding to an unconscious resident
  - calling for help
  - following facility policy/procedure for calling Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or 911
  - knowing a resident’s DNR status
  - initiating cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), if facility policy permits, or first aid until EMS or medical personnel arrive.