Where can a CNA find out what type of lift a resident uses?

A CNA can find out what type of lift a resident uses primarily through the resident’s care plan or by consulting with the nurse. The care plan is specifically designed to detail individualized instructions for each resident, including the equipment required for safe mobility and transfers, which would encompass details about lifts. This ensures that the CNA has the proper guidelines tailored to the resident's specific needs and health conditions.

Additionally, asking the nurse is a practical approach since nurses are knowledgeable about the residents’ care and can provide immediate guidance on using the correct type of lift. They hold crucial information about the care standards set for the resident's safety, comfort, and health.

While the other options may contain relevant information, they are not as direct or comprehensive as consulting the care plan or nursing staff. Evaluation notes might document aspects of the resident’s condition but would not necessarily specify the type of lift to be used. Instructions from a shift report may reference the lift but could lack the detailed context found in a care plan. The manufacturer's manual is designed to provide guidance on the lift operation rather than resident-specific instructions, making it less relevant in this scenario.