Study Tips for Passing Your STNA Test
Posted on February, 24, 2016 by admin
You’ve been working hard and taking classes to get your State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certificate and now it’s time to take your test. While taking tests can be nerve wracking, if you’re well prepared they won’t seem as intimidating.
Part of being prepared means that you know how to study effectively. We’re going to discuss some practical study tips that will help you be prepared for your STNA exam.
- Give Yourself Plenty of Time
There is no point and also no benefit in cramming all of your studying into one session. In order to get the most out of your studying, you should plan out and schedule your study times over a week or two. Make sure you give yourself enough time to cover everything. Really work hard to understand the concepts and not just memorize the questions and answers.
- Find Your Learning Style
We all learn differently taking STNA classes. Find out what works best for you and then apply those methods to how you study. Are you a visual person? Try sketching diagrams or pictures. Do you learn best through hearing things? Have a friend or classmate read questions and answers out loud. Whatever your learning style, adapt your studying habits to reflect it.
- Set Up Your Space
Typically it is easiest for people to study in quiet, comfortable spaces. Find a place you can study without distraction, and also a place that is comfortable. However, a word of caution; don’t get too comfortable or you might fall asleep! Some people like to play classical music while they study so that there is some level of outside noise to help keep them alert. Play around with it and see what works best for you.
- Find Your Weak Points
Once you have studied your material for a while, ask a friend, relative or classmate to test you. This gives you a chance to practice answering the questions and also gives you a gauge of where you stand. If there are certain areas that you missed many questions in, then you will know where you need to spend more time.
- Make Sure to Take Breaks
It is not productive to study for long periods of time without a break. Your mind simply cannot retain all the information coming in. Try setting a timer for yourself when sitting down to study. For every 45 minutes of concentration, take a 15 minute break. Get up and walk around, stretch, and give your mind a break.
Practice these tips when studying for your STNA exam and it will help make the process a little easier. Do you have any study tips that have worked well for you? Please feel free to share your tips for success and help others pass their STNA test with flying colors.
We know that studying for any test can seem overwhelming. That’s why at Premier Choice Health Services we offer unlimited free reviews for the skills you’ve learned, free sample state written tests on our computers, and unlimited access to the facility to practice your skills and written exams. As a result of our thoroughness, PCHS has the highest pass rate in the state of Ohio.
Contact us today at 614-896-6420 to sign up for classes and start your journey towards becoming an STNA!
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Who Can Benefit From Home Health Care?
Posted on February, 18, 2016 by admin
Home health care refers to a wide range of services performed by licensed and trained State Nursing Assistants and other health care professionals. There are a variety of people who benefit every day from home health care services.
If you’re wondering if home health care is the right option for yourself or your loved one, see the list below to learn who can benefit most from home health care.
- Aging individuals who wish to maintain their sense of independence and stay in their homes as long as possible
- Persons of all ages who need care or special assistance upon returning home from the hospital after surgery or illness
- Those struggling with mental illness who need daily support and monitoring
- Adults who want their aging or ill parents to receive quality care in the comfort of their home
- And many other individuals with chronic diseases and disabilities, who need continued observation but do not want or need to enter a nursing home or other assisted living type facility
As you can see, there are many reasons for an individual to request home health care beyond what most people would think. Home health care covers a variety of conditions and situations, so if you’re uncertain whether or not it’s the right choice for yourself or your loved one, you can always call us to find out more 614-896-6420.
So, what can home health aides assist with? There are many tasks that can be performed by home health aides. Some of the basic and most common tasks include:
- Meal preparation and meal time assistance
- Laundry
- Hygiene tasks such as bathing, oral care, and grooming
- Light house keeping
- General health supervision
- Companionship and conversation
This list only touches on the basic of what our home health aides can do through our premier choice health services. Each client’s needs are unique and therefore what one person needs, another may not. The great benefit of home health care is that it can be customized to what the individual needs most.
As you can see, home health care offers many benefits to the recipients as well as their family and friends. It is personalized, in-home service that allows people to thrive and heal while finding comfort in being in their own home and with their usual surroundings.
Do you have additional questions about home health care and what it can provide you or your loved one? If so, please call us today.
We are happy to tell you about our services in more depth and answer any questions you might have! You can reach us at 614-896-6420.
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