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What is one important reason why the bed should remain wrinkle-free?
What is one important reason why the bed should remain wrinkle-free?
to help keep the skin healthy and prevent pressure sores
What is the term for a device that replaces a missing body part?
What is the term for a device that replaces a missing body part?
prosthesis
To convert four ounces of water to milliliters (ml or mL), the nurse assistant should multiply four by:
To convert four ounces of water to milliliters (ml or mL), the nurse assistant should multiply four by:
30
Which healthcare setting is for people who will die in six months?
Which healthcare setting is for people who will die in six months?
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Which of the following abbreviations means 'nothing by mouth'?
Which of the following abbreviations means 'nothing by mouth'?
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Exercises that put each joint through its full arc of motion are called:
Exercises that put each joint through its full arc of motion are called:
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What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
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What is a task that is outside the scope of practice for a nursing assistant?
What is a task that is outside the scope of practice for a nursing assistant?
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Standard Precautions should be practiced
Standard Precautions should be practiced
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Which kind of care helps restore a resident to the highest level of functioning possible?
Which kind of care helps restore a resident to the highest level of functioning possible?
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If an activity is not listed on the care plan, what is the responsibility of a nursing assistant?
If an activity is not listed on the care plan, what is the responsibility of a nursing assistant?
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Restraints can be applied:
Restraints can be applied:
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Generally, the last sense to leave a dying person is the sense of
Generally, the last sense to leave a dying person is the sense of
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What is a normal range of blood pressure?
What is a normal range of blood pressure?
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Incontinence may be caused by:
Incontinence may be caused by:
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Standing with the legs shoulder-width apart is using
Standing with the legs shoulder-width apart is using
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After an amputation, a resident may experience phantom sensation. Phantom sensation is
After an amputation, a resident may experience phantom sensation. Phantom sensation is
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How should a fracture pan be positioned?
How should a fracture pan be positioned?
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What does palliative care involve?
What does palliative care involve?
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Nursing assistants do not usually perform procedures that require
Nursing assistants do not usually perform procedures that require
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Insulin reaction can be caused by
Insulin reaction can be caused by
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Which of the following is a requirement of OBRA?
Which of the following is a requirement of OBRA?
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What is a good way for a nursing assistant to care for a mentally ill resident?
What is a good way for a nursing assistant to care for a mentally ill resident?
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When should sheets be changed?
When should sheets be changed?
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What does the chain of command do?
What does the chain of command do?
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What is a good way for a nursing assistant to respond to inappropriate sexual behavior?
What is a good way for a nursing assistant to respond to inappropriate sexual behavior?
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What should a nursing assistant do if she suspects a resident is being abused?
What should a nursing assistant do if she suspects a resident is being abused?
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What is one good way a nursing assistant can assist residents with normal changes of aging related to the urinary system?
What is one good way a nursing assistant can assist residents with normal changes of aging related to the urinary system?
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Transmission-Based Precautions are practiced in addition to Standard Precautions.
Transmission-Based Precautions are practiced in addition to Standard Precautions.
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What can nursing assistants do in regards to IVs?
What can nursing assistants do in regards to IVs?
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Passive range of motion exercises are done
Passive range of motion exercises are done
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Which of the following is used when documenting the amount of fluid a resident drinks?
Which of the following is used when documenting the amount of fluid a resident drinks?
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When encountering a fire, a nursing assistant should first
When encountering a fire, a nursing assistant should first
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What is a common cliche?
What is a common cliche?
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What member of the care team might help a resident learn to use adaptive devices for eating or dressing?
What member of the care team might help a resident learn to use adaptive devices for eating or dressing?
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A way to prevent aspiration during oral care of unconscious residents include:
A way to prevent aspiration during oral care of unconscious residents include:
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Providing privacy while giving care is a patient's
Providing privacy while giving care is a patient's
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What is something a nursing assistant needs to observe and report regarding the musculoskeletal system?
What is something a nursing assistant needs to observe and report regarding the musculoskeletal system?
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What is one way a nursing assistant can promote a resident's independence?
What is one way a nursing assistant can promote a resident's independence?
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To treat a minor burn, a nursing assistant should
To treat a minor burn, a nursing assistant should
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For a nursing assistant, confidentiality means
For a nursing assistant, confidentiality means
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When leaving a resident's room, a nursing assistant should
When leaving a resident's room, a nursing assistant should
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What should a nursing assistant do each time a patient is repositioned?
What should a nursing assistant do each time a patient is repositioned?
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Which is the most essential nutrient for life?
Which is the most essential nutrient for life?
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Which sense is usually last to leave the body when a person is dying?
Which sense is usually last to leave the body when a person is dying?
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What is a function of the nervous system?
What is a function of the nervous system?
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During a seizure an NA should
During a seizure an NA should
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The ability to think logically and quickly is called
The ability to think logically and quickly is called
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How can a nursing assistant help residents with their spiritual needs?
How can a nursing assistant help residents with their spiritual needs?
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If a resident with Alzheimer's disease has problems with dressing, the nursing assistant should:
If a resident with Alzheimer's disease has problems with dressing, the nursing assistant should:
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What is a type of advance directive?
What is a type of advance directive?
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Which type of urine specimen does not include the first and last urine in the sample?
Which type of urine specimen does not include the first and last urine in the sample?
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___________ is maintaining equal intake and output.
___________ is maintaining equal intake and output.
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How should a resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) be positioned?
How should a resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) be positioned?
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The first sign of skin breakdown is
The first sign of skin breakdown is
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The single most important thing you can do to prevent the spread of disease is to
The single most important thing you can do to prevent the spread of disease is to
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Which temperature site is generally considered to be the most accurate?
Which temperature site is generally considered to be the most accurate?
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What may influence a food preference?
What may influence a food preference?
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A ___________ is the permanent and painful stiffening of a joint and muscle.
A ___________ is the permanent and painful stiffening of a joint and muscle.
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Diabetes can lead to what complications?
Diabetes can lead to what complications?
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Where should the call light be placed when a nursing assistant leaves a resident's room?
Where should the call light be placed when a nursing assistant leaves a resident's room?
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Why should a nursing assistant be concerned if he notices that areas of a resident's skin have become pale, white, or a reddened color?
Why should a nursing assistant be concerned if he notices that areas of a resident's skin have become pale, white, or a reddened color?
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What can an overbed table be used for?
What can an overbed table be used for?
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Pressure sores can lead to:
Pressure sores can lead to:
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If a resident starts to fall, the best thing an NA can do is to:
If a resident starts to fall, the best thing an NA can do is to:
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Ten ounces is equal to ____ milliliters (mL)
Ten ounces is equal to ____ milliliters (mL)
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An attitude that is helpful in hospice work is
An attitude that is helpful in hospice work is
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If a resident with Alzheimer's disease shows violent behavior, the nursing assistant should
If a resident with Alzheimer's disease shows violent behavior, the nursing assistant should
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In which of the following procedures must a nursing assistant always wear gloves?
In which of the following procedures must a nursing assistant always wear gloves?
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What thermometer is used to take a temperature from the ear?
What thermometer is used to take a temperature from the ear?
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HIV can be transmitted
HIV can be transmitted
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When assisting a resident with a standard bedpan, where should the wider end of the bedpan be placed?
When assisting a resident with a standard bedpan, where should the wider end of the bedpan be placed?
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The artificial opening in the abdomen of a resident with an ostomy is called a
The artificial opening in the abdomen of a resident with an ostomy is called a
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Nursing Assistants observe and report regarding catheters.
Nursing Assistants observe and report regarding catheters.
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Pain is a different experience for each person.
Pain is a different experience for each person.
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What is a guideline for good skin care?
What is a guideline for good skin care?
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When a resident has left-sided weakness, which sleeve should be put on first?
When a resident has left-sided weakness, which sleeve should be put on first?
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With whom may a nursing assistant share a resident's medical information?
With whom may a nursing assistant share a resident's medical information?
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How many rubber-tipped feet does a quad cane have?
How many rubber-tipped feet does a quad cane have?
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If a nursing assistant sees a letter for the resident at the front desk, she should
If a nursing assistant sees a letter for the resident at the front desk, she should
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Where should the nursing assistant stand when helping a resident who is recovering from a stroke to walk?
Where should the nursing assistant stand when helping a resident who is recovering from a stroke to walk?
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When communicating with a resident who is visually impaired, the nursing assistant should
When communicating with a resident who is visually impaired, the nursing assistant should
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A nursing assistant should wear gloves when
A nursing assistant should wear gloves when
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In order to communicate with a resident who is hearing-impaired, the nursing assistant should
In order to communicate with a resident who is hearing-impaired, the nursing assistant should
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Before helping a resident eat, how should the nursing assistant position the resident?
Before helping a resident eat, how should the nursing assistant position the resident?
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When speaking with residents, nursing assistants should
When speaking with residents, nursing assistants should
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To prevent falls, a nursing assistant should
To prevent falls, a nursing assistant should
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Which position is a resident in if he is lying on his stomach?
Which position is a resident in if he is lying on his stomach?
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When assisting a patient with dentures, a nursing assistant should
When assisting a patient with dentures, a nursing assistant should
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When providing perineal care for a female resident, the nursing assistant should
When providing perineal care for a female resident, the nursing assistant should
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When observing catheters, a nursing assistant should be sure that
When observing catheters, a nursing assistant should be sure that
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Which member of the care team diagnoses disease and prescribes treatment?
Which member of the care team diagnoses disease and prescribes treatment?
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A resident's protected health information (PHI) may be shared with:
A resident's protected health information (PHI) may be shared with:
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What is an example of physical abuse?
What is an example of physical abuse?
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What is the correct conversion of 4:10 p.m. to military time?
What is the correct conversion of 4:10 p.m. to military time?
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Joking with a resident's roommate about the resident's incontinence is what type of abuse?
Joking with a resident's roommate about the resident's incontinence is what type of abuse?
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What is the correct conversion of 1900 hours to standard time?
What is the correct conversion of 1900 hours to standard time?
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When should a nursing assistant identify a resident?
When should a nursing assistant identify a resident?
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What is an example of a normal change of aging?
What is an example of a normal change of aging?
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When using a transfer belt, the NA should:
When using a transfer belt, the NA should:
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Study Notes
Important Nursing Concepts
- Keeping beds wrinkle-free aids in maintaining skin health and prevents pressure sores.
- A prosthesis refers to a device used to replace a missing body part.
- Conversion from ounces to milliliters involves multiplying ounces by 30; four ounces equals 120 mL.
Care Settings and Abbreviations
- Hospice care is designated for individuals expected to live six months or less.
- "NPO" stands for "nothing by mouth," commonly used in medical settings.
- Range of motion exercises ensure each joint is exercised through its full arc.
Medical Terms and Responsibilities
- Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure.
- Nursing assistants (NAs) should refrain from performing tasks outside their scope, such as inserting tubes.
- Standard Precautions apply to all patients, emphasizing universal safety measures.
Care Practices and Rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation focuses on restoring residents to their highest level of function.
- Restraints may only be used under the orders of a doctor.
- A normal blood pressure reading typically ranges around 119/75.
Elderly Care Considerations
- Frequent bathroom assistance can help address changes in urinary function due to aging.
- Terminal care includes palliative measures that prioritize comfort and pain relief.
- Changes in resident skin color may indicate developing pressure sores; it's critical to monitor skin integrity regularly.
Communication and Privacy
- Providing privacy during care is a legal right for patients.
- Nursing assistants should respect confidentiality and only share health information with authorized staff.
- It's essential to use accessible language when communicating with residents.
Safety Protocols
- Hands should always be washed as the most effective method to prevent disease spread.
- In emergencies like a fire, residents should be moved away from danger first.
- Observing residents for signs of falls or skin breakdown is crucial to preventing injuries.
Sensory Changes and Cognition
- Hearing is typically the last sense to leave individuals who are dying.
- Cognition refers to the ability to process and logically interpret information.
Special Needs and Directives
- Advance directives, such as Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, designate representatives for medical decisions.
- Observing and reporting changes concerning catheters or other medical devices is a key responsibility of nursing assistants.
Laws and Ethical Responsibilities
- NAs must report any suspected abuse to supervising nurses promptly.
- Physical abuse includes actions such as pinching or hitting.
- Psychological abuse can manifest through inappropriate jokes or comments about a resident's condition.
General Care Guidelines
- Clean and return dentures within labeled containers.
- Wipe with a front-to-back technique during perineal care for females to prevent infection.
- Always check the positioning of equipment like drainage bags to ensure proper health protocol.
Emergency and Daily Care Procedures
- In case of falls, NAs should widen their stance and support the resident closely.
- The call light should always be within the resident's reach when leaving a room.
- For residents with Alzheimer's, laying out clothes in order can assist them with dressing independently.
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Test your knowledge on essential nursing concepts, including patient care practices, medical terms, and commonly used abbreviations. This quiz covers topics like hypertension, rehabilitation, and the importance of maintaining skin health. Perfect for nursing students and professionals alike.
