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When you are communicating with residents, you need to remember to:
When you are communicating with residents, you need to remember to:
You are measuring Mrs. Clark's pulse and it is 98 beats per minute, which is significantly different than her normal pulse. You should:
You are measuring Mrs. Clark's pulse and it is 98 beats per minute, which is significantly different than her normal pulse. You should:
All of these devices can be used to help a person to use regular toileting facilities with more ease EXCEPT:
All of these devices can be used to help a person to use regular toileting facilities with more ease EXCEPT:
Mr. Russell keeps getting up from his wheelchair. Instead of using a restraint you should ask him if:
Mr. Russell keeps getting up from his wheelchair. Instead of using a restraint you should ask him if:
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All of the following are in the Resident Bill of Rights EXCEPT:
All of the following are in the Resident Bill of Rights EXCEPT:
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Increased respiratory rate is:
Increased respiratory rate is:
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A male staff member is overheard telling Mary, 'What a sexy top you have on today.' Mary walks away red-faced. This could be considered:
A male staff member is overheard telling Mary, 'What a sexy top you have on today.' Mary walks away red-faced. This could be considered:
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Mrs. White has turned on her call light four times in the last hour. When the nursing assistant goes to her room she should say, 'Mrs. White,'
Mrs. White has turned on her call light four times in the last hour. When the nursing assistant goes to her room she should say, 'Mrs. White,'
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A nursing assistant is allowed to:
A nursing assistant is allowed to:
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When nursing assistants complain of frequent back aches, the most likely factor contributing to their back problem would be:
When nursing assistants complain of frequent back aches, the most likely factor contributing to their back problem would be:
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You walk into the dining room. The conscious resident has his hands to his throat and is making no sounds. The first thing you will do is:
You walk into the dining room. The conscious resident has his hands to his throat and is making no sounds. The first thing you will do is:
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The nursing assistant is transferring a resident from the bed to the chair. The nursing assistant should:
The nursing assistant is transferring a resident from the bed to the chair. The nursing assistant should:
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Casually sharing personal information about a resident with co-workers outside the workplace is considered:
Casually sharing personal information about a resident with co-workers outside the workplace is considered:
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All behavior has meaning to the:
All behavior has meaning to the:
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A prerequisite for becoming a successful nursing assistant will include:
A prerequisite for becoming a successful nursing assistant will include:
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A contracture is the lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle. This causes the muscle to be:
A contracture is the lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle. This causes the muscle to be:
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Before trimming a resident's fingernails or toenails, the nursing assistant soaks them in warm water. How many minutes should you soak the resident's hands and/or feet?
Before trimming a resident's fingernails or toenails, the nursing assistant soaks them in warm water. How many minutes should you soak the resident's hands and/or feet?
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Care that is focused on comfort and symptom relief rather than cure is:
Care that is focused on comfort and symptom relief rather than cure is:
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You are caring for a resident who has a diagnosis of Clostridium difficile. You understand:
You are caring for a resident who has a diagnosis of Clostridium difficile. You understand:
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The organ that pumps the blood around the body is:
The organ that pumps the blood around the body is:
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A type of card file that summarizes information found in a medical record, includes drugs, treatment, diagnosis, and routine cares is:
A type of card file that summarizes information found in a medical record, includes drugs, treatment, diagnosis, and routine cares is:
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A resident with a diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Disorder may breathe best when in:
A resident with a diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Disorder may breathe best when in:
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Libel is:
Libel is:
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Which of the following is a Federal and State funded health care reimbursement program?
Which of the following is a Federal and State funded health care reimbursement program?
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List the order in which these body parts are washed during bathing:
List the order in which these body parts are washed during bathing:
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A male resident who is on bed rest after having surgery for a broken hip tells the nursing assistant he needs to void. The nursing assistant would:
A male resident who is on bed rest after having surgery for a broken hip tells the nursing assistant he needs to void. The nursing assistant would:
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Residents are often admitted to long term care facilities because they:
Residents are often admitted to long term care facilities because they:
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To help a resident who has insomnia, you should:
To help a resident who has insomnia, you should:
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Mrs. Grunder has her hearing aid in, yet she does not respond when you talk to her. Which one of the following actions should you take?
Mrs. Grunder has her hearing aid in, yet she does not respond when you talk to her. Which one of the following actions should you take?
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All of the following are signs of clinical depression EXCEPT:
All of the following are signs of clinical depression EXCEPT:
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A shortened form of a word or phrase is called?
A shortened form of a word or phrase is called?
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Moving a body part away from the mid-line of the body is called?
Moving a body part away from the mid-line of the body is called?
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The willful infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or punishment that results in physical harm is known as?
The willful infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or punishment that results in physical harm is known as?
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Moving a body part toward the mid-line of the body is called?
Moving a body part toward the mid-line of the body is called?
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The activities usually done during a normal day in a person's life are known as?
The activities usually done during a normal day in a person's life are known as?
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The act of walking is referred to as?
The act of walking is referred to as?
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The loss of appetite is called?
The loss of appetite is called?
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At or toward the front of the body or body part; ventral is referred to as?
At or toward the front of the body or body part; ventral is referred to as?
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A drug that kills certain microbes that cause infection is called?
A drug that kills certain microbes that cause infection is called?
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A vague, uneasy feeling in response to stress is known as?
A vague, uneasy feeling in response to stress is known as?
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The total or partial loss of the ability to use or understand language is called?
The total or partial loss of the ability to use or understand language is called?
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Joint inflammation is referred to as?
Joint inflammation is referred to as?
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Breathing fluid, food, vomitus, or an object into the lungs is known as?
Breathing fluid, food, vomitus, or an object into the lungs is known as?
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The shrinkage or decrease in size or wasting away of tissue is called?
The shrinkage or decrease in size or wasting away of tissue is called?
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Items contaminated with blood, body fluids, secretions, or excretions are referred to as?
Items contaminated with blood, body fluids, secretions, or excretions are referred to as?
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The amount of force exerted against the walls of an artery by the blood is known as?
The amount of force exerted against the walls of an artery by the blood is known as?
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The way the head, trunk, arms, and legs are aligned with one another; posture is known as?
The way the head, trunk, arms, and legs are aligned with one another; posture is known as?
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Messages sent through facial expressions, gestures, posture, hand and body movements, gait, eye contact, and appearance are collectively known as?
Messages sent through facial expressions, gestures, posture, hand and body movements, gait, eye contact, and appearance are collectively known as?
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Using the body in an efficient and careful way is referred to as?
Using the body in an efficient and careful way is referred to as?
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The amount of heat in the body that is a balance between the amount of heat produced and the amount lost by the body is called?
The amount of heat in the body that is a balance between the amount of heat produced and the amount lost by the body is called?
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A job stress resulting in being physically or mentally exhausted, having doubts about your abilities is known as?
A job stress resulting in being physically or mentally exhausted, having doubts about your abilities is known as?
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A tumor that invades and destroys nearby tissues and can spread to other body parts is known as?
A tumor that invades and destroys nearby tissues and can spread to other body parts is known as?
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The heart stops suddenly and without warning is referred to as?
The heart stops suddenly and without warning is referred to as?
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A surgically created opening between the colon and the body's surface is called?
A surgically created opening between the colon and the body's surface is called?
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The exchange of information -- a message sent is received and correctly interpreted by the intended person is known as?
The exchange of information -- a message sent is received and correctly interpreted by the intended person is known as?
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Trusting others with personal and private information is referred to as?
Trusting others with personal and private information is referred to as?
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The passage of a hard, dry stool is called?
The passage of a hard, dry stool is called?
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The process of becoming unclean is referred to as?
The process of becoming unclean is referred to as?
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The lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle is called?
The lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle is called?
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Passing microbes from one person to another by contaminated hands, equipment, or supplies is known as?
Passing microbes from one person to another by contaminated hands, equipment, or supplies is known as?
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Bluish color to the skin, lips, mucous membranes, and nail beds is referred to as?
Bluish color to the skin, lips, mucous membranes, and nail beds is referred to as?
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The excessive loss of water from tissues is known as?
The excessive loss of water from tissues is known as?
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The loss of cognitive and social function caused by changes in the brain is called?
The loss of cognitive and social function caused by changes in the brain is called?
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An artificial tooth or a set of artificial teeth is referred to as?
An artificial tooth or a set of artificial teeth is referred to as?
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A group of conditions caused by physical, learning, language, or behavior impairments is known as?
A group of conditions caused by physical, learning, language, or behavior impairments is known as?
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A skill that must be completed during a stage of development is referred to as?
A skill that must be completed during a stage of development is referred to as?
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The process of removing waste products from the blood is known as?
The process of removing waste products from the blood is known as?
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The frequent passage of liquid stools is referred to as?
The frequent passage of liquid stools is referred to as?
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The process that breaks down food physically and chemically so it can be absorbed by the cells is called?
The process that breaks down food physically and chemically so it can be absorbed by the cells is called?
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The process of killing pathogens is referred to as?
The process of killing pathogens is referred to as?
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Difficulty swallowing is known as?
Difficulty swallowing is known as?
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Difficult, labored, or painful breathing is referred to as?
Difficult, labored, or painful breathing is referred to as?
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Painful or difficult urination is known as?
Painful or difficult urination is known as?
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The swelling of body tissues with water is referred to as?
The swelling of body tissues with water is referred to as?
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Food and fluids expelled from the stomach through the mouth are called?
Food and fluids expelled from the stomach through the mouth are called?
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The support and care given during the time surrounding death is known as?
The support and care given during the time surrounding death is known as?
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The introduction of fluid into the rectum and lower colon is referred to as?
The introduction of fluid into the rectum and lower colon is referred to as?
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Straightening a body part is known as?
Straightening a body part is known as?
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Normal vital signs include which of the following?
Normal vital signs include which of the following?
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Normal urine color is:
Normal urine color is:
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Study Notes
Communication with Residents
- Always face the resident and maintain eye contact to foster effective communication.
Pulse Monitoring
- Report significant changes in pulse rates; for instance, if Mrs. Clark's pulse is unusually low or high, notify the charge nurse.
Toileting Aids
- Devices that assist with regular toileting include elevated toilet seats, bedside commodes, and grab bars. Eggcrate mattresses do not fit this purpose.
Resident Mobility
- If a resident frequently attempts to leave their wheelchair, inquire about their needs (e.g., bathroom use) rather than using restraints.
Resident Bill of Rights
- Residents have rights, including freedom from abuse but not the right to form militant groups in facilities.
Respiratory Rate Terminology
- Increased respiratory rate is termed tachypnea.
Workplace Conduct
- Comments such as "What a sexy top you have on today" can be classified as sexual harassment, not a compliment.
Responding to Call Lights
- When responding to a resident's repeated call lights, ask calmly how you can assist, rather than expressing frustration.
Nursing Assistant Duties
- Nursing assistants are authorized to empty Foley catheter bags but not to administer medications or accept physician orders over the phone.
Back Safety
- Frequent back pain in nursing assistants is often due to bending over rather than using proper lifting techniques.
Choking Response
- Upon observing a resident clutching their throat, first ask if they are choking before taking further action.
Safe Transfer Techniques
- When transferring a resident, maintain a wide stance for stability and balance.
Confidentiality
- Sharing personal information about a resident outside of work is deemed inappropriate.
Understanding Behavior
- All behavior has meaning to the individual performing it, impacting how their actions should be interpreted.
Essential Qualities of Nursing Assistants
- Successful nursing assistants must demonstrate maturity and sensitivity toward residents.
Contractures
- A contracture signifies joint immobility resulting from muscle shortening, rendering the muscle fixed and difficult to stretch.
Nail Care Procedure
- Soaking a resident's nails before care should last 4-6 minutes for hands and 8-10 minutes for feet.
Palliative Care
- This type of care prioritizes comfort and relief from symptoms over seeking a cure.
Infection Control
- Residents diagnosed with Clostridium difficile require dedicated equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
Heart Function
- The heart functions as the organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.
Kardex Definition
- A Kardex is a card file summarizing significant medical information, such as treatments and medications for residents.
Breathing Positions
- Residents with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder often breathe easiest in an orthopneic position.
Libel Explanation
- Libel refers to written defamation that can harm a person's reputation.
Healthcare Programs
- Medicaid is a federal and state-funded health care reimbursement program.
Bathing Procedure
- The correct order for washing body parts during a bath is eyes, face, ears, neck, arms, chest.
Urination Assistance
- Support a resident on bed rest needing to void by assisting them to use a urinal.
Long-Term Care Admissions
- Residents often choose long-term care for the security of companionship rather than for lack of ability to perform daily activities.
Insomnia Assistance
- To aid a resident suffering from insomnia, offer a back rub and soft music.
Hearing Aid Check
- If a resident with a hearing aid does not respond, check if the device is functioning properly before assuming uncooperativeness.
Signs of Clinical Depression
- Signs include diminished interest in activities, feelings of worthlessness, and fatigue; increased decision-making ability is not a sign.
Medical Terms Explained
- Abbreviation: A shortened form of a word.
- Abduction: Moving a body part away from the midline.
- Abuse: Willful infliction of harm or injury.
- Adduction: Moving a body part toward the midline.
- ADL: Activities of Daily Living.
- Ambulation: The act of walking.
- Anorexia: Loss of appetite.
- Anterior: Toward the front of the body.
- Antibiotic: A drug killing microbes that cause infections.
- Anxiety: A vague feeling in response to stress.
- Aphasia: Loss of ability to use or understand language.
- Arthritis: Joint inflammation.
- Aspiration: Inhaling fluids or objects into the lungs.
- Atrophy: Decrease in tissue size or wasting away.
- Biohazardous waste: Contaminated items with bodily fluids.
- Blood pressure (BP): Force of blood against artery walls.
- Body alignment: Posture alignment of limbs.
- Body language: Communication through non-verbal cues.
- Body mechanics: Efficient and careful use of the body.
- Body temperature: Balance of heat produced and lost.
- Burnout: Physical or mental exhaustion due to job stress.
- Cancer/malignant tumor: Tumors that invade and destroy tissue.
- Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA): Heart stops unexpectedly.
- Colostomy: A surgically created opening from the colon.
- Communication: Exchange of information.
- Confidentiality: Trust in sharing personal information.
- Constipation: Hard, dry stools.
- Contamination: Becoming unclean.
- Contracture: Loss of joint mobility due to muscle shortening.
- Cross-contamination: Transfer of microbes between individuals.
- Cyanosis: Bluish discoloration of the skin.
- Dehydration: Excessive loss of water from tissues.
- Dementia: Cognitive and social function loss.
- Denture: Artificial teeth.
- Developmental disabilities: Conditions caused by various impairments.
- Developmental task: Skill needed at a specific growth stage.
- Dialysis: Removal of waste from the blood.
- Diarrhea: Frequent liquid stools.
- Digestion: Breakdown of food for cellular use.
- Disinfection: Killing pathogens.
- Dysphagia: Difficulty swallowing.
- Dyspnea: Difficulty or labored breathing.
- Dysuria: Painful urination.
- Edema: Swelling with fluid in tissues.
- Emesis/vomitus: Expulsion of stomach contents.
- End-of-life care: Support given during death.
- Enema: Fluid introduction into the rectum.
- Extension: Straightening a body part.
- Normal vital signs: Defined ranges for body temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Normal urine color: Typically yellow.
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