advice please any nurses.
2006-11-02 12:37:34 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
My sister in law is a cna and she is due November 10th and just stopped working last Friday, I know she had some restrictions, but it is against the law for your employer to fire you because of this, ask your doctor to write an excuse about what your restrictions are, that way you won't do anything to harm your baby...good luck
2006-11-02 12:41:58 · answer #1 · answered by - 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are otherwise healthy then yes. My bestfriend worked at a long term care facility the whole way through her pregnancy and didn't have not one problem. You must use your legs for lifting and keep an extra eye out for those swinging fist and flying trays. Hahahahaha. No really you should be fine just make sure your ob knows what kind of work you are doing so they can give you some suggestions. If you work during the day try to switch to thir dshift if possible. That way you are not constantly lifting and tugging and pulling. All you have to do at night is change their briefts and maybe ge some people up towards the end of your shift. Make sure that your employer knows as well this way they can maybe give you an assignment that will be slightly lighter then teh others. GOOD LUCK!!!
2006-11-02 20:45:18 · answer #2 · answered by mommy of two 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
U can work but very light lifting. No more than 20 lbs at the most. U should not be bending over as this could cause the cord to get tangles around babys neck *happened to me and a coworker* instead u should be squatting down to pick things up and such. U can stand but u may get tired and will need to sit down every once in a while. Be careful with the lifting and bending. Good Luck!
2006-11-02 20:46:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
ask your physician. I am a nurse, and when I was pregnant I worked as a CNA in a nursing home. I was placed on a 10 pound lift restriction. On the other hand, I have worked with many assistants who are pregnant in the hospitals.
2006-11-02 20:42:16 · answer #4 · answered by Jenni 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on your health condition you can go about your normal routine of working. Your body will tell on you when you do work that is to strenuous. You see when you lift something to heavy your side will hurt. As a nurse you must communicate with your coworkers to help you lift patients in your later months if the work gets to hectic. As long as you are doing your work properly such as bending in the knees you should not have any major problems. Now when you get in your last trimester that is the time to be cautious of lifting things to heavy; It is usually nothing over 30 to 40lbs.
2006-11-02 20:55:05 · answer #5 · answered by Still_21_nheart 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, as long as you do not have a high risk pregnancy. I worked as a labor and delivery nurse up until the end, and that definitely involves a lot of lifting, bending and standing on your feet for hours at a time. It may not be very comfortable at times, and your legs may be swollen by the time you go home, but it is doable. Just check with your OB for any limitations.
2006-11-02 20:49:03 · answer #6 · answered by DXW 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OH YES you can. I took CNA clinicals while I was 7 months pregnant, AND worked at a nursing home until 2 weeks before I delivered. It can be done.
2006-11-02 20:42:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I worked as a CNA until I was eight months along(not on ight duty). If it's something you enjoy, and don't want to quit, my suggestion is don't. You have to be more careful than usual, and I worked with a great Aide who help with things I couldn't do (like pick things up off the floor LOL). But you should consult your doctor to see what he thinks. There are also diseases some residents may have that could be dangerous to your baby, so that's something to consider as well.
2006-11-02 20:50:23 · answer #8 · answered by Amanda D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, my best friend is a CNA and worked through both of her pregnancies. Another good friend of mine is currently pregnant, and working as a CNA as well. As long as you don't have any complications with your pregnancy, and take precaution against injuring yourself, it should not be a problem. In fact, it helped my best friend in the weight gain department, she was so busy she only put on about 20 lbs! :) Congratulations to you.
2006-11-02 20:46:35 · answer #9 · answered by chelle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not a nurse, but I'm also pregnant and what I know is that the first 3 months or 13 weeks you have to have extreme precaution. Like not lifting heavy objects.
Good luck and congratulations on your baby!!
2006-11-03 00:51:45 · answer #10 · answered by pregnant 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋