Learn the answer to this CNA question.
1. Talk with residents and use active listening to understand. 2. Observe the residents for nonverbal cues. 3. Encourage residents to do as much independently as possible. 4. Allow residents to make as many decisions as possible. 5. Provide positive reinforcement, with comments such as "You did that very well." 6. Spend time with residents, especially if they don't have many visitors. 7. Listen and reassure residents who are anxious or express negative concerns. 8. Use eye contact and proper body language to communicate with residents.