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This bill amends regulations for certified nurse aide (CNA) training programs in Alaska, establishing comprehensive standards to ensure high-quality patient care. The bill requires training programs to teach CNAs how to provide holistic, compassionate care that goes beyond basic medical tasks, focusing on developing skills in client communication, emotional support, independence promotion, and respect for client dignity. Specifically, the training must cover essential competencies such as forming meaningful client relationships, observing and reporting client health conditions, understanding the unique needs of clients with cognitive impairments like Alzheimer's and dementia, and employing problem-solving techniques during caregiving. The bill mandates that CNAs learn to communicate effectively with clients who have various cognitive disabilities, support client rights, and demonstrate sensitivity to emotional and social needs. The training regulations aim to produce CNAs who can provide safe, competent, and empathetic care, with a particular emphasis on understanding and supporting clients with cognitive challenges. The new regulations will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving training programs time to adapt to the new requirements.

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