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What is the typical temperature range, in Fahrenheit, for an oral temperature reading?
What is the typical temperature range, in Fahrenheit, for an oral temperature reading?
- 93.6 - 97.9
- 97.6 - 99.6
- 96.6 - 98.6 (correct)
- 98.6 - 100.6
What is an overbed table typically used for?
What is an overbed table typically used for?
- Storing bedpans
- Storing urinals
- Serving food (correct)
- Storing dirty linens
Which type of thermometer is used to measure temperature from the ear?
Which type of thermometer is used to measure temperature from the ear?
- Feathered thermometer
- Tympanic thermometer (correct)
- Oral thermometer
- Axillary thermometer
Which temperature site is generally considered the MOST accurate?
Which temperature site is generally considered the MOST accurate?
How should dirty bed linens be handled?
How should dirty bed linens be handled?
In which of the following situations should a nursing assistant avoid taking an oral temperature?
In which of the following situations should a nursing assistant avoid taking an oral temperature?
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?
What should a nursing assistant do during a resident's admission?
What should a nursing assistant do during a resident's admission?
Where is the ultimate, most reliable location to check for a pulse?
Where is the ultimate, most reliable location to check for a pulse?
What is the typical respiratory rate range for women?
What is the typical respiratory rate range for women?
What is the typical resting heart rate range for men?
What is the typical resting heart rate range for men?
Why is it important to count respirations immediately after taking the pulse, while your fingers are still on the wrist?
Why is it important to count respirations immediately after taking the pulse, while your fingers are still on the wrist?
What is a nursing assistant's responsibility during a resident's internal transfer?
What is a nursing assistant's responsibility during a resident's internal transfer?
Which of the following blood pressure readings falls within the normal range?
Which of the following blood pressure readings falls within the normal range?
What is hypertension?
What is hypertension?
Which of the options below shows the correct way to record a blood pressure reading?
Which of the options below shows the correct way to record a blood pressure reading?
What can nursing assistants (NAs) do regarding catheters?
What can nursing assistants (NAs) do regarding catheters?
Which action demonstrates proper catheter care?
Which action demonstrates proper catheter care?
How far should a tympanic thermometer be inserted into the ear?
How far should a tympanic thermometer be inserted into the ear?
Which type of urine specimen does not include the first urine passed?
Which type of urine specimen does not include the first urine passed?
How many milliliters are in eight ounces?
How many milliliters are in eight ounces?
To convert ounces to milliliters, what number should the nursing assistant multiply by?
To convert ounces to milliliters, what number should the nursing assistant multiply by?
When may restraints be applied to a resident?
When may restraints be applied to a resident?
Which of the following is a significant complication that can result from restraint use?
Which of the following is a significant complication that can result from restraint use?
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Normal oral temperature range
Normal oral temperature range
97.6-99.6 degrees Fahrenheit
Overbed table use
Overbed table use
For serving meals and personal items
Ear thermometer type
Ear thermometer type
Tympanic thermometer
Most accurate temperature site
Most accurate temperature site
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Handling dirty bed linens
Handling dirty bed linens
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Avoid oral temperature if...
Avoid oral temperature if...
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Call light placement
Call light placement
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During a resident's admission
During a resident's admission
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Pedal Pulse
Pedal Pulse
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Normal Female Breathing Rate
Normal Female Breathing Rate
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Normal Heart Rate (Male)
Normal Heart Rate (Male)
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Respirations After Pulse
Respirations After Pulse
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NA Role During Transfer
NA Role During Transfer
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Healthy Blood Pressure
Healthy Blood Pressure
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Hypertension
Hypertension
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Understanding Pain
Understanding Pain
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NA catheter role
NA catheter role
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Catheter bag position
Catheter bag position
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Tympanic thermometer insertion
Tympanic thermometer insertion
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Routine urine specimen
Routine urine specimen
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Ounces to milliliters
Ounces to milliliters
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Ounces to mL conversion factor
Ounces to mL conversion factor
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Restraint use
Restraint use
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Another term for underarm
Another term for underarm
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Study Notes
- Normal oral temperature range is 97.6-99.6 degrees Fahrenheit.
- An overbed table can be used to hold food.
- A tympanic instrument measures temperature from the ear.
- When measuring temperature, the most accurate section is tympanic.
- Soiled bed linens should be folded with the dirty side inward.
- An NA should not measure oral temperature if the person is confused.
- Call lights should be placed within the resident's reach.
- During resident admission, the NA should address the person by their preferred name to promote comfort.
- Always demonstrate the process before measuring a stomach temperature.
- The carotid pulse point is most often used when monitoring vital signs.
- The normal respiration rate for women is 12 to 20 breaths per minute.
- The average heart rate for men is 60 to 100 beats per minute.
- Respiratory rate should be measured immediately after taking the pulse while fingers are still on the wrist.
- An NA must keep a resident's transfer confidential.
- A normal blood pressure reading is 119/75.
- Hypertension is high blood pressure.
- The correct way to document a blood pressure reading is 120/75.
- Pain is a unique experience for each individual.
- Repositioning can help decrease pain.
- Non-sterile dressings are used to cover dry wounds.
- NAs cannot insert IV lines.
- NAs do not insert or remove catheters.
- Catheter care involves keeping the genital area clean to prevent infection.
- A tympanic thermometer is inserted into the ear canal 1/4 to 1/2 inch.
- A routine urine specimen is collected without special measures.
- Eight ounces equal 240 milliliters.
- To convert ounces to milliliters, multiply by 30.
- Restraints can only be applied with a doctor's order.
- Risk for pressure injuries is a significant concern when using restraints.
- An alternative to restraints is eliminating the call light.
- Axillary means underarm.
- Oral thermometers are typically color-coded green or blue.
- An oxygen concentrator is a device that increases the concentration of oxygen in the air.
- An indwelling urinary catheter remains inside the bladder for a period of time.
- Before weighing a resident, the scale should be set to zero ("equalized at nothing").
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These questions cover topics related to temperature measurement, patient care, and vital signs. They are designed to assess a nursing assistant's knowledge of basic medical procedures. The questions cover thermometers and their usage, resident safety and comfort.
