DHS 129.07(1)(a)5.5. Demonstrate an ability to promote the independence of clients within the limitations of their physical, mental and intellectual impairments by fostering self-help skills through appropriate responses to clients’ attempts to provide self care, including recognizing clients’ level of ability in self care activities. DHS 129.07(1)(a)6.6. Identify the role of the family and other persons of importance to the client in the client’s care and as resources for client emotional support. DHS 129.07(1)(b)(b) Basic nursing skills. The program shall include the theory of and practice in basic nursing skills, including bed making, taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, caring for the client’s environment, measuring fluid and nutrient intake and output, assisting in the provision of proper nutritional care, walking or transferring the client using body mechanics and appropriately selected equipment with regard to principles of client care ergonomics, and maintaining infection control and safety standards. A nurse aide shall do all of the following: DHS 129.07(1)(b)3.3. Identify how and when to seek guidance, using the supervisory channels of communication within the facility or agency. DHS 129.07(1)(b)5.5. Demonstrate an understanding of the meaning of common medical terms and abbreviations. DHS 129.07(1)(b)6.6. Observe and report changes in client behavior and physical status, including signs and symptoms of common diseases and conditions. DHS 129.07(1)(b)8.8. Recognize the normal physical and psychological changes associated with aging. DHS 129.07(1)(b)10.10. Recognize and report deviations from a client’s normal food and fluid intake and output. DHS 129.07(1)(b)11.11. Recognize the basic requirements of commonly prescribed therapeutic diets. DHS 129.07(1)(b)12.12. Use common measures to promote a client’s skin integrity, considering the client’s ethnicity, race and age. DHS 129.07(1)(b)13.13. Demonstrate appropriate techniques in walking, transferring, positioning and transporting clients. DHS 129.07(1)(b)14.14. Recognize and respond appropriately to unsafe environmental conditions, including damp floors, frayed electrical cords and loose hand rails. DHS 129.07(1)(b)15.15. Recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations including following emergency evacuation procedures. DHS 129.07(1)(b)17.17. Understand and use commonly used alternatives to restraints in accordance with current professional standards. DHS 129.07(1)(b)20.20. Perform commonly accepted infection control practices, including proper gloving technique and proper disposal of blood and body fluids and secretions.