Diagnosed by swelling and pain when the patella doesn't slide smoothly within
alignment, patellar injuries can be healed with rest, ice, elevation, and
physical therapy to
correct muscle imbalances that may have caused the injury.
• Taught 3 groups of CNAs in handling
correct body
alignment of patients and assisting them with range - of - motion exercises • Administered douches and enemas • Prepared sterile dressings • Assisted patients with ambulation and encourage them to take part in
physical activities • Proficient in taking and recording patients» vitals such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure readings in an accurate fashion • Provided support to
physical therapists in carrying out
physical therapy exercises • Took blood and urine samples, transport them to laboratories and follow up on results