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How should a resident with COPD be positioned?
How should a resident with COPD be positioned?
- Lying on his stomach
- Sitting upright (correct)
- Flat on his back
- Lying on his side
The respiratory system is made up of:
The respiratory system is made up of:
- Kidneys, ureters, urethra
- Brain, spinal cord, nerves
- Atria, ventricles, aorta
- Trachea, bronchi, lungs (correct)
Homeostasis is:
Homeostasis is:
- A group of cells that perform a similar task
- The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best (correct)
- The building block of the body
- Abnormal changes in the body systems
How is glaucoma often treated?
How is glaucoma often treated?
Which anatomical term means toward the midline of the body?
Which anatomical term means toward the midline of the body?
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.
Respiration consists of:
Respiration consists of:
The eye and ear are part of:
The eye and ear are part of:
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?
Osteoporosis causes:
Osteoporosis causes:
Parkinson's disease typically causes:
Parkinson's disease typically causes:
A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should eat:
A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should eat:
The yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells is called:
The yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells is called:
Which of the following statements is true of the skin?
Which of the following statements is true of the skin?
The medical term for high blood pressure is:
The medical term for high blood pressure is:
What kind of shoes are best for residents with diabetes to wear?
What kind of shoes are best for residents with diabetes to wear?
High blood pressure:
High blood pressure:
How many bones are in the human body?
How many bones are in the human body?
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?
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?
What is one way a nursing assistant can assist residents with normal changes of aging related to the urinary system?
What is one way a nursing assistant can assist residents with normal changes of aging related to the urinary system?
Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with:
Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with:
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?
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?
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?
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?
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)?
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.
What does the abbreviation PWB stand for?
What does the abbreviation PWB stand for?
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?
Which of the following is a function of the nervous system?
Which of the following is a function of the nervous system?
What happens when a cataract develops?
What happens when a cataract develops?
A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be re-positioned at least every __________ hours.
A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be re-positioned at least every __________ hours.
What can a nursing assistant do to help prevent urinary tract infections?
What can a nursing assistant do to help prevent urinary tract infections?
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:
Withhold fluids so a resident will not go to the bathroom often.
Withhold fluids so a resident will not go to the bathroom often.
A normal change of aging for the female reproductive system is:
A normal change of aging for the female reproductive system is:
Where should the NA stand when helping with ambulation for a resident who is recovering from a stroke?
Where should the NA stand when helping with ambulation for a resident who is recovering from a stroke?
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?
Which of the following is true of muscles?
Which of the following is true of muscles?
Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system?
Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system?
When atrophy occurs:
When atrophy occurs:
Which of the following statements is true of congestive heart failure (CHF)?
Which of the following statements is true of congestive heart failure (CHF)?
How does the immune system protect the body from disease?
How does the immune system protect the body from disease?
Which of the following is true of spinal cord injuries?
Which of the following is true of spinal cord injuries?
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Positioning and Conditions
- Residents with COPD should be positioned sitting upright to facilitate easier breathing.
- Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) primarily experience difficulty with breathing.
Respiratory System Components
- The respiratory system comprises the trachea, bronchi, and lungs.
Homeostasis
- Homeostasis refers to the optimal functioning condition of all body systems.
Common Medical Treatments
- Glaucoma is typically treated using eye drops.
Anatomical Terms
- Medial refers to a position towards the midline of the body.
Circulatory Aids
- Anti-embolic stockings aid circulation post knee replacement surgery.
Respiration
- Respiration involves the processes of inspiration (inhaling) and expiration (exhaling).
Senses and Systems
- The eye and ear are components of the nervous system.
Care Guidelines
- Care for residents with multiple sclerosis includes preventing falls.
Osteoporosis Effects
- Osteoporosis leads to bones that are fragile and prone to breakage.
Parkinson's Disease Symptoms
- Parkinson's disease commonly manifests as a shuffling gait.
Nutritional Recommendations for AIDS
- Residents with AIDS experiencing nausea should eat small, frequent meals.
Lymphatic System
- Lymph is the yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells.
Skin Functionality
- The skin is capable of sensing heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure.
High Blood Pressure
- The medical term for high blood pressure is hypertension, defined as a consistent measurement of 130/80 or higher.
Diabetes Footwear
- Residents with diabetes should wear breathable shoes made of leather, cotton, or canvas.
Urinary Tract Infections
- Females are more susceptible to urinary tract infections due to a shorter urethra.
Post-Heart Attack Care
- Regular exercise is beneficial for residents recovering from a heart attack.
Diabetes Symptoms
- Common symptoms of diabetes include excessive thirst, extreme hunger, and frequent urination.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- To manage GERD, residents should not lie down for two to three hours after eating.
Autoimmune Disorders
- Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune illness where the immune system attacks normal tissue.
Mobility Assistance
- Nursing assistants should stand on the weaker side when assisting a resident who has had a stroke.
Skin Care in Cancer Patients
- Avoid applying lotion to areas receiving radiation therapy to prevent irritation.
Functions of the Nervous System
- The nervous system senses and interprets information from the environment.
Eye Conditions
- Cataracts develop when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy.
Movement and Muscle Function
- Muscles enable movement of body parts and decrease in size when atrophy occurs.
Circulatory System Role
- The circulatory system is responsible for supplying food, oxygen, and hormones to cells.
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Residents with CHF may be prescribed medications that increase urination; a diet low in sodium is often recommended.
Immune System Protection
- The immune system defends against disease through nonspecific and specific immunity.
Spinal Cord Injury Outcomes
- The higher the spinal cord injury, the greater the loss of function experienced by the resident.
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