CNA TMU Practice Test 1 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

When transferring a resident, what should you ensure?

Provide safety at all times (correct)

Minimize the time taken

Ensure comfort only

Avoid speaking to the resident

What do we call an infection acquired after admission to the hospital?

Nosocomial infection

What is medical asepsis?

The practice used to remove or destroy the spread of pathogens

When performing patient care, you must wash your hands ____.

before and after patient care Signup and view all the answers

Who should universal precautions be used for?

All people Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after drying your hands?

Turn off the faucet with the paper towel and throw it away Signup and view all the answers

What is the process called when all microorganisms are destroyed?

Surgical asepsis Signup and view all the answers

What do good body mechanics require?

A good base of support, good posture, and using the largest and strongest muscles Signup and view all the answers

To protect a person's skin when moving him/her up in bed, what should you use?

A draw sheet or lift sheet Signup and view all the answers

How should Mrs. Jackson be positioned in a prone position?

Lying on her stomach with her head turned to the side Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the bed position where the head of the bed is elevated?

Fowler's position Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of noise in healthcare facilities?

Talking and laughing in the hallways and nurses' stations Signup and view all the answers

A person's call light should always be _____.

within reach Signup and view all the answers

You can reduce odors in a person's room by practicing your own personal hygiene.

False Signup and view all the answers

When making a bed, you should bring more than enough linens into the room.

False Signup and view all the answers

When making a bed, what should you do to have good body mechanics?

Raise the bed to an appropriate level Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with Mr. Dill's damp sheets?

They must be changed right away Signup and view all the answers

Where can dirty linens be placed?

In a linen bag or a hamper Signup and view all the answers

When making an occupied bed, how should you remove the bottom linens?

Tuck the bottom linens under the resident Signup and view all the answers

Why should you tell an unconscious person what you are going to do?

He/she still may be able to hear you Signup and view all the answers

In which position should an unconscious resident be during mouth care?

The side laying position Signup and view all the answers

When cleaning dentures, how should you hold them?

Over a basin of water lined with a towel Signup and view all the answers

Which area should be bathed last when giving a complete bed bath?

Peri-area Signup and view all the answers

Before shaving Mr. Wood's face, what should you do?

Apply a warm wash cloth or face towel to the face for a few minutes Signup and view all the answers

What should you report about urine when a person voids 400mL of cloudy yellow urine?

Color, clarity, amount, odor, and dysuria Signup and view all the answers

What is dysuria?

Painful or difficult urination Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Transferring Residents

Ensure safety during resident transfers at all times.

Nosocomial Infections

Infections acquired during hospital stay are referred to as nosocomial or hospital-acquired infections.

Medical Asepsis

Medical asepsis involves practices that remove or destroy pathogens to prevent their spread.

Hand Washing

Always wash hands before and after providing patient care.

Universal Precautions

Universal precautions are applied universally to all patients, regardless of their status.

Hand Drying

After drying hands, use a paper towel to turn off the faucet and dispose of it properly.

Surgical Asepsis

The complete destruction of all microorganisms is termed surgical asepsis.

Body Mechanics

Good body mechanics require a strong base of support, maintaining good posture, and utilizing large, strong muscles.

Skin Protection

Use a draw sheet or lift sheet to protect a person's skin when moving them up in bed.

Prone Position

A prone position means the patient lies on their stomach with their head turned to the side.

Fowler's Position

Fowler's position refers to having the head of the bed elevated to a semi-sitting angle.

Common Noise Sources

The most common source of noise in healthcare facilities arises from conversations and laughter in hallways and nurse stations.

Call Light Accessibility

Always ensure a person's call light is within easy reach.

Odor Reduction

You can reduce odors in a room through various methods, but personal hygiene practice cannot be neglected.

Bed Making Rules

Avoid bringing in more linens than necessary when making a bed.

Bed Height for Making

Raise the bed to an appropriate height to ensure proper body mechanics while making it.

Changing Damp Linens

Change damp sheets immediately to maintain patient comfort and hygiene.

Disposal of Dirty Linens

Dirty linens must be placed in a linen bag or hamper only.

Making an Occupied Bed

When changing linens on an occupied bed, tuck the old linens under the resident before removing them.

Communication with Unconscious Patients

Always communicate with unconscious patients as they may still be able to hear.

Mouth Care for Unconscious Residents

Position unconscious residents on their side for safe mouth care.

Cleaning Dentures

Hold dentures over a basin of water lined with a towel to prevent damage in case they drop.

Complete Bed Bath Order

The peri-area should be the last region cleaned during a complete bed bath.

Shaving Preparation

Before shaving, apply a warm washcloth to the face for a few minutes to prepare the skin.

Reporting Urinary Symptoms

Report observations such as color, clarity, amount, odor, and pain (dysuria) for urinary output.

Dysuria Definition

Dysuria is characterized by painful or difficult urination.

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Test your knowledge with these CNA TMU practice flashcards covering essential concepts such as patient safety, infection control, and medical asepsis. Each card presents key definitions and practices crucial for effective patient care in the healthcare setting.