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What should the nurse aide do FIRST if the electric shaver begins to spark and smoke?

  • Place it back on the counter
  • Continue using it
  • Unplug the shaver (correct)
  • Report to a supervisor
  • Physical restraints are used MOST often for?

    To prevent client injury

    What does NPO stand for?

    Nothing by mouth

    When taking a client's radial pulse, where should the nurse aide's fingertips be placed?

    <p>Wrist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse aide do if they spot a broken side rail while making an empty bed?

    <p>Report the broken side rail immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse aide do for safety when leaving a client alone in a room?

    <p>Leave the call light in the patient's hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When lifting an object, what should the nurse aide remember about good body mechanics?

    <p>Bend knees and keep back straight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action would make assisting a client out of bed to sit in a wheelchair safe?

    <p>Place the bed in its lowest position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best way to keep a skilled nursing facility from having an unpleasant odor?

    <p>Empty bedpans and change linens in a timely manner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a client is heavy and needs repositioning, what should the nurse aide do?

    <p>Ask another aide to help</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is the most comfortable position for a client with a respiratory problem?

    <p>Fowler's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse aide remember when operating a manual bed?

    <p>Fold the cranks under the bed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a client's weight be measured for accuracy?

    <p>At the same time of day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When caring for a client who uses a protective device (restraint), what should the nurse aide do?

    <p>Check the client's body alignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse aide do if the nursing care plan states, 'Transfer with mechanical lift' but the client is very agitated?

    <p>Get assistance to move the client</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What helps reduce pressure on bony prominences?

    <p>Floatation mattress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nurse aide is responsible for the following fire prevention measures except?

    <p>Taking cigarettes and matches away from all clients and visitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fire can be put out with water?

    <p>Paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What equipment is needed for oral care of an unconscious client?

    <p>Toothette/mouth swab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To lift an object using good body mechanics, what should the nurse aide do?

    <p>Bend the knees and keep the back straight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should communication be conducted with a resident who has late-stage Dementia or Alzheimer's?

    <p>Speaking in one- or two-word sentences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of combative behavior in a resident with dementia?

    <p>Confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do residents with dementia commonly experience toward the end of the day?

    <p>Sundown syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Electric Shaver Safety

    • Unplug a shaver immediately if it sparks or smokes during use.

    Physical Restraints

    • Commonly used to prevent client injuries.

    Medical Terminology

    • NPO indicates "nothing by mouth."

    Radial Pulse Measurement

    • Place fingertips on the client's wrist for pulse checks.

    Equipment Safety

    • Report any broken side rails to ensure client safety.

    Client Independence

    • Leave the call light within reach when a client is left alone.

    Proper Lifting Techniques

    • Use good body mechanics: bend knees and keep the back straight.

    Safe Transfer Practices

    • Always set the bed to its lowest position when transferring a client to a wheelchair.

    Facility Hygiene

    • To prevent unpleasant odors in nursing facilities, empty bedpans and change linens promptly.

    Client Assistance

    • If unsure about moving a heavy client alone, seek help from another aide.

    Comfortable Positions

    • Fowler's position is most comfortable for clients with respiratory issues.

    Manual Bed Operation

    • Remember to fold cranks under the bed for safety.

    Accurate Weight Measurement

    • Weigh clients at the same time each day for consistency.

    Protective Device Protocol

    • Regularly check a client's body alignment when using restraints.

    Mechanical Lift Transfer

    • Always get assistance when transferring an agitated client using a mechanical lift.

    Pressure Relief

    • Use a flotation mattress to reduce pressure on bony prominences.

    Fire Prevention Responsibilities

    • Awareness of fire extinguisher locations is essential; however, do not take away clients' smoking materials.

    Fire Types

    • Water can extinguish paper fires; other types require different methods.

    Oral Care for Unconscious Clients

    • A toothette/mouth swab is needed for oral care; a toothbrush is not suitable.

    Effective Body Mechanics

    • Always bend knees and keep the back straight while lifting.

    Dementia Communication

    • Use one- or two-word sentences when communicating with residents in late-stage dementia.

    Combative Behavior Causes

    • Confusion is a primary cause of combative behavior in dementia patients.

    Evening Behavior Changes

    • Many residents with dementia experience "sundown syndrome" towards the end of the day.

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    Test your knowledge with these practice questions for the CNA Plus class. This quiz covers essential nursing assistant concepts, including safety protocols, patient care, and terminology. Perfect for preparing for exams or reviewing key topics in the course.

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