CNA Quiz 6 Study Guide

Questions and Answers

A sign of the onset of Diabetic Ketoacidosis is breath that smells?

Sweet (correct)

Garlicky

Sour

Oniony

A sign that a stroke is occurring is?

Low B/P

Gasping for air

Abdominal pain

The inability to speak or to speak clearly (correct)

Another name for insulin reaction is?

Hypoglycemia (correct)

Hyperglycemia

Diabetic coma

Pre-diabetic coma

If a resident is in shock, a NA should?

Elevate the legs unless the resident has a head or abdominal injury Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following situations should a NA give abdominal thrust to a resident?

The resident cannot speak, breathe, or cough Signup and view all the answers

Insulin reaction can be caused by?

Too little food Signup and view all the answers

The first 2 steps to take when approaching an emergency are?

Assess the situation and assess the victim Signup and view all the answers

To control bleeding, a NA should?

Hold a thick pad against the wound and press down hard Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?

Dyspnea Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical term for fainting?

Syncope Signup and view all the answers

When a resident is suspected of having a heart attack, a NA should?

Loosen clothing around the neck Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is best to use on a burn?

Cool water Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is information a NA should be prepared to give when calling emergency services?

The phone number and address where the emergency is happening Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should a NA do if he suspects poisoning?

The NA should look for a container that will help determine what the resident took or ate Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Breath smells sweet, indicating the onset of diabetic ketoacidosis.

Stroke Symptoms

Inability to speak or articulate clearly is a sign of an occurring stroke.

Insulin Reaction

Insulin reaction is also known as hypoglycemia.

Responding to Shock

Elevate the legs of the resident in shock, unless there is a head or abdominal injury.

Abdominal Thrusts

Administer abdominal thrusts when a resident cannot speak, breathe, or cough.

Causes of Insulin Reaction

Insulin reaction can be caused by consuming too little food.

Emergency Response Steps

The first two actions in an emergency are to assess the situation and assess the victim.

Controlling Bleeding

To control bleeding, apply a thick pad against the wound and press down hard.

Medical Terminology for Breathing Difficulty

Difficulty breathing is medically termed as dyspnea.

Medical Term for Fainting

Fainting is referred to as syncope.

Heart Attack Response

Loosen the clothing around the neck if a resident is suspected of having a heart attack.

Best Treatment for Burns

Cool water is the best immediate treatment for a burn.

Information for Emergency Services

When calling emergency services, be prepared to provide the phone number and address of the incident.

Suspected Poisoning Response

Look for a container to identify the substance if poisoning is suspected.

Description

Prepare for your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam with this quiz focusing on essential health signs and conditions. Questions cover Diabetes management, stroke recognition, and insulin reactions. Ideal for revision and review of key concepts in nursing care.