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Which anatomical term means toward the midline of the body?
Which anatomical term means toward the midline of the body?
A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should eat
A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should eat
Which anatomical term means the front of the body?
Which anatomical term means the front of the body?
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune illness. With an autoimmune illness, the body's ______ system attacks normal tissue
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune illness. With an autoimmune illness, the body's ______ system attacks normal tissue
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Which of the following statements is true of skin?
Which of the following statements is true of skin?
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What should an NA do when providing oral care for a resident with cancer?
What should an NA do when providing oral care for a resident with cancer?
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A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be repositioned at least every [blank] hours
A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be repositioned at least every [blank] hours
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One way a nursing assistant can help with normal changes of aging related to the integumentary system is to
One way a nursing assistant can help with normal changes of aging related to the integumentary system is to
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Which of the following is true of muscles?
Which of the following is true of muscles?
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How many bones are in the human body?
How many bones are in the human body?
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Guidelines for caring for a resident with multiple sclerosis include which of the following?
Guidelines for caring for a resident with multiple sclerosis include which of the following?
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The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best - Homeostasis is
The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best - Homeostasis is
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When atrophy occurs
When atrophy occurs
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Which of the following is a function of the nervous system?
Which of the following is a function of the nervous system?
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Which of the following statements is true of how an NA should assist a resident with one-sided weakness after a stroke?
Which of the following statements is true of how an NA should assist a resident with one-sided weakness after a stroke?
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Is a consistent measurement of 130/80 or higher - High blood pressure
Is a consistent measurement of 130/80 or higher - High blood pressure
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Residents with spinal cord injuries will not be able to perform any self-care
Residents with spinal cord injuries will not be able to perform any self-care
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The yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells is called
The yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells is called
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How should a resident with COPD be positioned?
How should a resident with COPD be positioned?
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How does the immune system protect body from disease?
How does the immune system protect body from disease?
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Where should the NA stand when helping ambulation for a resident who is recovering from a stroke?
Where should the NA stand when helping ambulation for a resident who is recovering from a stroke?
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Parkinson’s disease typically causes
Parkinson’s disease typically causes
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The medical term for high blood pressure is
The medical term for high blood pressure is
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Which of the following statements is true of congestive heart failure (CHF)?
Which of the following statements is true of congestive heart failure (CHF)?
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What can a nursing assistant do to help prevent urinary tract infections?
What can a nursing assistant do to help prevent urinary tract infections?
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Which of the following would best help a resident who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
Which of the following would best help a resident who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
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What happens when a cataract develops?
What happens when a cataract develops?
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They prevent contractures from occurring
They prevent contractures from occurring
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A(n) ______ stocking is a special stocking that can help with circulation after a knee replacement
A(n) ______ stocking is a special stocking that can help with circulation after a knee replacement
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Homeostasis is
Homeostasis is
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High blood pressure
High blood pressure
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The eye and ear are part of
The eye and ear are part of
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Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with
Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with
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Osteoporosis causes
Osteoporosis causes
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Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system?
Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system?
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Respiration consists of
Respiration consists of
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Which of the following is helpful for a resident who has had a heart attack?
Which of the following is helpful for a resident who has had a heart attack?
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The respiratory system is made up of
The respiratory system is made up of
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When helping a resident who has had a hip replacement get dressed, how should the nursing assistant (NA) begin?
When helping a resident who has had a hip replacement get dressed, how should the nursing assistant (NA) begin?
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The best way for an NA to provide foot care for a diabetic resident is to observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation.
The best way for an NA to provide foot care for a diabetic resident is to observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation.
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What does the abbreviation PWB stand for?
What does the abbreviation PWB stand for?
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Which of the following are symptoms commonly experienced by people who have diabetes?
Which of the following are symptoms commonly experienced by people who have diabetes?
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What is one reason why females are more likely to have urinary tract infections than males?
What is one reason why females are more likely to have urinary tract infections than males?
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A normal change of aging for the female reproductive system is
A normal change of aging for the female reproductive system is
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The higher the injury, the greater the loss of function.
The higher the injury, the greater the loss of function.
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How is glaucoma often treated?
How is glaucoma often treated?
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What kind of shoes are best for residents with diabetes to wear?
What kind of shoes are best for residents with diabetes to wear?
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Which of the following is helpful when an NA is providing skin care for a resident who has cancer?
Which of the following is helpful when an NA is providing skin care for a resident who has cancer?
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Which of the following is helpful for a resident who has AIDS and has numbness, tingling, and pain in his feet?
Which of the following is helpful for a resident who has AIDS and has numbness, tingling, and pain in his feet?
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A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be repositioned at least every 2 hours.
A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be repositioned at least every 2 hours.
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The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best - [blank] is
The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best - [blank] is
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When atrophy occurs, the muscle [blank] in size.
When atrophy occurs, the muscle [blank] in size.
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High blood pressure [blank]
High blood pressure [blank]
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The eye and ear are part of the [blank] system.
The eye and ear are part of the [blank] system.
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Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with [blank]?
Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with [blank]?
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Osteoporosis causes [blank].
Osteoporosis causes [blank].
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Flashcards
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
The system that includes skin and its functions.
Muscle Function
Muscle Function
Muscles enable movement of body parts.
206 Bones
206 Bones
The total number of bones in the adult human body.
COPD Positioning
COPD Positioning
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Preventing Falls
Preventing Falls
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Homeostasis
Homeostasis
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Atrophy
Atrophy
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Nervous System Role
Nervous System Role
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Standing Assistance
Standing Assistance
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Parkinson's Disease Symptoms
Parkinson's Disease Symptoms
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Hypertension
Hypertension
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Congestive Heart Failure
Congestive Heart Failure
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Glaucoma Treatment
Glaucoma Treatment
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Breathable Shoes
Breathable Shoes
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Skin Sensation
Skin Sensation
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Lymph Function
Lymph Function
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Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
Urinary Tract Infection Prevention
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Symptoms of Diabetes
Symptoms of Diabetes
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PWB
PWB
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Respiratory System Parts
Respiratory System Parts
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Heart Attack Recovery
Heart Attack Recovery
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Feeding for Residents with AIDS
Feeding for Residents with AIDS
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Avoiding Lotion in Radiation Care
Avoiding Lotion in Radiation Care
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Medication Effects in CHF
Medication Effects in CHF
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Positioning for Breathing Issues
Positioning for Breathing Issues
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Managing Anxiety in Cancer Care
Managing Anxiety in Cancer Care
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Nutrition Importance
Nutrition Importance
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Role of Repositioning
Role of Repositioning
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Posture After Stroke
Posture After Stroke
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Insulin and Glucose
Insulin and Glucose
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Aging and Bathing Needs
Aging and Bathing Needs
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Elasticity of Skin
Elasticity of Skin
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Oral Care for Cancer Patients
Oral Care for Cancer Patients
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Repositioning Frequency
Repositioning Frequency
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Skin Care for Aging
Skin Care for Aging
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Bones in Human Body
Bones in Human Body
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Fall Prevention
Fall Prevention
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Spinal Cord Injury Function Loss
Spinal Cord Injury Function Loss
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Immune System Protection
Immune System Protection
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Stroke Recovery Assistance
Stroke Recovery Assistance
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Hypertension Definition
Hypertension Definition
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Shoe Choice for Diabetics
Shoe Choice for Diabetics
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Diabetes Symptoms
Diabetes Symptoms
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PWB Meaning
PWB Meaning
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Respiratory System Structure
Respiratory System Structure
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Post-Heart Attack Recovery
Post-Heart Attack Recovery
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Nausea Relief for AIDS Patients
Nausea Relief for AIDS Patients
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Skin Care for Cancer Patients
Skin Care for Cancer Patients
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Medication Monitoring in CHF
Medication Monitoring in CHF
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Pressure Sore Prevention
Pressure Sore Prevention
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Diabetic Foot Care
Diabetic Foot Care
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Normal Aging for Women
Normal Aging for Women
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Female UTI Risk
Female UTI Risk
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Breathing Issues in COPD
Breathing Issues in COPD
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Partial Weight-Bearing
Partial Weight-Bearing
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High Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure
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Spinal Cord Injury Impact
Spinal Cord Injury Impact
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Congestive Heart Failure Meds
Congestive Heart Failure Meds
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Foot Care for Diabetics
Foot Care for Diabetics
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Anti-Embolic Stockings
Anti-Embolic Stockings
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Normal Aging Change for Women
Normal Aging Change for Women
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Urinary Tract Infection Risk
Urinary Tract Infection Risk
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Breast Cancer Care
Breast Cancer Care
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Cataract Development
Cataract Development
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GERD Management
GERD Management
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Trachea, Bronchi, Lungs
Trachea, Bronchi, Lungs
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Urinary System Aging
Urinary System Aging
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Nutrition for Recovery
Nutrition for Recovery
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Breathable Shoes for Diabetics
Breathable Shoes for Diabetics
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Regular Exercise After Heart Attack
Regular Exercise After Heart Attack
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Medial
Medial
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Anterior
Anterior
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Diminished Sense
Diminished Sense
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Palliative Care
Palliative Care
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Last Sense
Last Sense
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Advance Directives
Advance Directives
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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis
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Footwear for Diabetics
Footwear for Diabetics
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Signs of Approaching Death
Signs of Approaching Death
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Child Development - Language Skills
Child Development - Language Skills
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Caring for Residents with AIDS
Caring for Residents with AIDS
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Assisting After Stroke
Assisting After Stroke
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Bowel/Bladder Control
Bowel/Bladder Control
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Signs of Clinical Depression
Signs of Clinical Depression
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Phobia Definition
Phobia Definition
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Aging and Skin
Aging and Skin
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Independence Promotion
Independence Promotion
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Holistic Care Focus
Holistic Care Focus
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Importance of Nutrition
Importance of Nutrition
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Regular Activity Benefits
Regular Activity Benefits
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Cognitive Development in 6-10 year-olds
Cognitive Development in 6-10 year-olds
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Mental Health Support
Mental Health Support
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Calcium Loss with Aging
Calcium Loss with Aging
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Signs of Clinical Depression
Signs of Clinical Depression
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Reporting Abuse
Reporting Abuse
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Study Notes
Body Systems and Functions
- The human body has 206 bones
- The skin feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure
- As a person ages, skin becomes more elastic
- Chemical substance created by the body is called a chemical substance
- Muscles allow movement of body parts, muscles meet at a joint
- The nervous system senses and interprets information from outside the body
- The respiratory system takes in oxygen and removes carbon dioxide
- The circulatory system supplies food, oxygen, and hormones to cells
- The immune system protects the body from disease through nonspecific and specific immunity
- A resident with AIDS who has nausea and vomiting should eat small frequent meals
- Glaucoma is often treated with eye drops
Care for Residents
- Residents with spinal cord injuries may require repositioning every 2 hours
- Residents with multiple sclerosis need help with decision making, medication and preventing falls
- Residents with COPD should be positioned sitting upright
- Residents with a stroke should be positioned on the weaker side, but close to them for assistance
- Residents with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) should not lie down for at least two to three hours after eating
- One way to help residents with aging-related changes to the integumentary system is to keep sheets wrinkle-free
- Residents with head or spinal cord injuries should be repositioned at least every 2 hours
- The medical term for high blood pressure is hypertension
- The yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells is called lymph
- NAs should use a hard-bristled toothbrush and floss regularly when providing oral care for a resident with cancer
- An anti-embolic stocking is used for post-knee replacement, to assist with circulation.
- Wooden clogs or rubber shoes are helpful when treating a resident who has cancer or who has AIDS.
- Residents may take medication that makes them urinate more often.
- If a resident has a hip replacement, the NA should begin by starting with the feet and moving upward.
- The best way an NA can assist a diabetic resident with foot care is to routinely observe the feet regularly to prevent irritation.
- The best way an NA can assist a resident giving perineal care is to wipe from front to back to prevent urinary tract infections.
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This quiz covers the essential functions of human body systems such as the skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, circulatory, and immune systems. Additionally, it addresses care protocols for residents with specific health conditions, highlighting the importance of positioning and support. Test your knowledge on both anatomy and caregiving best practices.