This new, concise, streamlined textbook addresses all OBRA-mandated responsibilities for nursing assistants working in long-term care facilities. Written by the authors of Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Assistants, the new book includes only content mandated by OBRA or material that is essential to understanding OBRA content - making it ideal for shorter courses. The full-color, extensively illustrated presentation is designed to engage learners of all levels and help them quickly master over 60 procedures. Material is clearly written at a basic reading level that makes concepts easy to understand. * Written by well-known, trusted authors Sheila Sorrentino and Bernie Gorek. * The nursing assistant's responsibilities related to the care of residents in long-term care facilities are described, as identified in the OBRA regulations, both in scope and sequence. * Only OBRA-mandated content or material that is essential to understanding that content is included, making this the perfect textbook for courses with limited time and resources. * Written in an easy-to-understand style at a 7th-grade reading level. * Over 60 procedures stress quality of life and are divided into pre-procedure, procedure, and post-procedure sections for easier learning. * Hundreds of full-color photos and drawings engage students' interest and clearly show how to perform important tasks. * Caring About Culture boxes provide insight and awareness about the practices of various cultures to help students provide culturally sensitive care to residents.