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What does proper catheter care by a nursing assistant include?
What does proper catheter care by a nursing assistant include?
- Using the same pair of gloves for multiple residents.
- Disconnecting the catheter at night.
- Emptying the catheter bag once a week.
- Keeping the genital area clean. (correct)
How far should a tympanic thermometer be inserted into the ear?
How far should a tympanic thermometer be inserted into the ear?
- Until resistance is met
- Completely into the ear canal
- 2 to 3 inches
- 1/4 to 1/2 inch (correct)
Which type of urine specimen does not include the first morning urine?
Which type of urine specimen does not include the first morning urine?
- Routine
- 24-hour
- Clean-catch (correct)
- Sterile
Eight ounces is equal to how many milliliters?
Eight ounces is equal to how many milliliters?
To convert ounces to milliliters, by what number should the NA multiply?
To convert ounces to milliliters, by what number should the NA multiply?
When may restraints be applied to a resident?
When may restraints be applied to a resident?
What is one serious condition that can lead to restraint use?
What is one serious condition that can lead to restraint use?
Which of the following is an example of a restraint alternative?
Which of the following is an example of a restraint alternative?
What is another term for axillary?
What is another term for axillary?
What color is an oral thermometer usually coded?
What color is an oral thermometer usually coded?
What is the typical temperature range, in Fahrenheit, for oral temperature readings?
What is the typical temperature range, in Fahrenheit, for oral temperature readings?
What is a common use for an overbed table in a healthcare setting?
What is a common use for an overbed table in a healthcare setting?
Which type of thermometer is designed to measure temperature via the ear?
Which type of thermometer is designed to measure temperature via the ear?
Which method of temperature measurement is generally considered to be the most accurate?
Which method of temperature measurement is generally considered to be the most accurate?
What is the correct procedure for handling dirty or soiled bed linens?
What is the correct procedure for handling dirty or soiled bed linens?
In which situation should a nursing assistant avoid taking an oral temperature on a resident?
In which situation should a nursing assistant avoid taking an oral temperature on a resident?
Where should the call light be positioned when a nursing assistant leaves a resident's room?
Where should the call light be positioned when a nursing assistant leaves a resident's room?
During a resident's admission, what is one thing a nursing assistant should do to promote comfort and ease anxiety?
During a resident's admission, what is one thing a nursing assistant should do to promote comfort and ease anxiety?
When measuring a rectal temperature, what must the nursing assistant do?
When measuring a rectal temperature, what must the nursing assistant do?
What is the most common anatomical site used to measure the pulse during vital sign assessment?
What is the most common anatomical site used to measure the pulse during vital sign assessment?
Flashcards
Catheter care
Catheter care
Clean the genital area to prevent infection.
Tympanic thermometer insertion
Tympanic thermometer insertion
1/4 to 1/2 inch
Clean-catch urine specimen
Clean-catch urine specimen
A urine specimen that does NOT include the first morning urine.
Eight ounces (oz)
Eight ounces (oz)
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Ounces to milliliters
Ounces to milliliters
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Restraint application
Restraint application
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Respiratory distress
Respiratory distress
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Restraint alternative
Restraint alternative
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Axillary
Axillary
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Oral thermometer color
Oral thermometer color
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Normal oral temperature range
Normal oral temperature range
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Overbed table use
Overbed table use
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Tympanic Thermometer
Tympanic Thermometer
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Most accurate temperature site?
Most accurate temperature site?
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Handling dirty linens
Handling dirty linens
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Call light placement
Call light placement
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Resident Admission Task
Resident Admission Task
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Rectal temperature safety
Rectal temperature safety
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Normal resting heart rate (men)
Normal resting heart rate (men)
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Hypertension
Hypertension
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Study Notes
- Usual hotness range for spoken arrangement: 97.6-99.6 degrees Fahrenheit.
- An overbed table can be used for food installation
Temperature Measurement
- Tympanic instrument measures hotness from the ear
- Oral temperature measurement is considered the most accurate.
Bed Linens
- Dirty bed linens should be folded up with the dirty side in.
Nursing Assistant Protocols
- A nursing assistant (NA) should not measure temperature orally if the person has a fever.
- The call light should be placed within the resident's reach when an NA leaves the room.
- During a resident's admission, the NA should call the resident by her name to create comfort.
- When measuring rectal temperatures, the NA must hold the instrument at all times.
- During an inner transfer of a resident, the NA should pack all of the resident's belongings.
- NAs remove but do not insert catheters.
Vital Signs
- The most common pulse site for measuring vital signs is the brachial pulse.
- Usual breathing rate for women ranges from 12 to 20 breaths per minute.
- The normal resting heart rate for men is 60 to 100 beats per minute.
- Respirations should be counted immediately after taking the pulse for ease.
- A normal blood pressure reading is 119/75.
- Hypertension is high blood pressure.
- A correct recording of a blood pressure reading is 120/75.
Pain Management
- Pain is a subjective experience felt differently by each person.
- Changing positions can help decrease pain.
Dressings
- Non-sterile dressings cover open wounds.
IV Therapy
- Nursing assistants (NAs) monitor the IV site for complications.
Catheter Care
- Proper catheter care includes keeping the genital area clean to prevent contamination.
Tympanic Thermometer
- A tympanic thermometer should be inserted 1/4 to 1/2 inch into the ear
Urine Specimen
- A clean-catch urine specimen does not contain the first morning urine.
Conversions
- Eight ounces equals 240 milliliters.
- To convert ounces to milliliters, multiply by 30.
Restraints
- Restraints may be applied only with a doctor's order.
- Respiratory distress is a serious condition that can lead to restraint use.
- Giving the resident a repetitive task is a restraint alternative.
Additional Terms
- Axillary is another term for underarm.
- An oral thermometer is usually color-coded green or blue.
Oxygen Delivery
- An oxygen concentrator is a device that delivers air with increased oxygen content.
Catheters
- An indwelling urinary catheter remains in place for an extended period.
Weighing Residents
- Before weighing a resident, the scale should be set to zero.
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Description
Covers temperature ranges, usage of overbed tables. Highlights bed linen handling, NA protocols including temperature measurement cautions, call light placement, resident comfort during admission, and catheter handling. Also discusses common pulse sites.
