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What should you observe and record when admitting a patient?
What should you observe and record when admitting a patient?
- Requests the patient makes
- Bruises, marks, rashes, or broken skin (correct)
- How much the patient has eaten and drunk
- Color of stool and amount of urine voided
When responding to a patient on the intercom, what should you do?
When responding to a patient on the intercom, what should you do?
- Say, 'The nurse will answer your call'
- Give your name and position (correct)
- Say, 'May I help you?'
- Ask for the patient’s name
What should you do to familiarize a new patient with their surroundings?
What should you do to familiarize a new patient with their surroundings?
- Tell the patient not to operate the TV
- Show the patient where the call bell is and how to work it (correct)
- Raise the side rails of the bed and raise the bed to high position
- Ask visitors to leave the room while you finish admitting the patient
When arranging a patient’s room, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
When arranging a patient’s room, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
When assisting a patient in and out of bed, what should you always do?
When assisting a patient in and out of bed, what should you always do?
When should you wash your hands?
When should you wash your hands?
What is the correct procedure for serving a meal to a patient who must be fed?
What is the correct procedure for serving a meal to a patient who must be fed?
A newly admitted patient has dirty fingernails. When giving the patient a bath, what should you do first?
A newly admitted patient has dirty fingernails. When giving the patient a bath, what should you do first?
When you move a patient on a stretcher, where should you stand?
When you move a patient on a stretcher, where should you stand?
What is the most serious problem that wrinkles in the bedclothes can cause?
What is the most serious problem that wrinkles in the bedclothes can cause?
When making a bed, how can you save steps and time?
When making a bed, how can you save steps and time?
One important way to reduce the incidence of decubitus ulcers is to:
One important way to reduce the incidence of decubitus ulcers is to:
You are told to put a patient in Fowler’s position. Before changing the position of the patient’s bed, you should:
You are told to put a patient in Fowler’s position. Before changing the position of the patient’s bed, you should:
You touch the inside of the sink while rinsing soap off your hands. You should:
You touch the inside of the sink while rinsing soap off your hands. You should:
As a safety measure, when you give mouth care to an unconscious patient, you should position the patient:
As a safety measure, when you give mouth care to an unconscious patient, you should position the patient:
When you obtain a clean-catch urine specimen, you should:
When you obtain a clean-catch urine specimen, you should:
Mr. Roark, a newly admitted conscious patient, has been put to bed. Before leaving him alone, you should:
Mr. Roark, a newly admitted conscious patient, has been put to bed. Before leaving him alone, you should:
When lifting a heavy object, you should bend at the:
When lifting a heavy object, you should bend at the:
Wrinkles in the bedclothes can:
Wrinkles in the bedclothes can:
When shaving a patient, you should:
When shaving a patient, you should:
When cleaning a patient’s dentures at the sink, the reason to either line the emesis basin with a paper towel or to fill the sink with water is to:
When cleaning a patient’s dentures at the sink, the reason to either line the emesis basin with a paper towel or to fill the sink with water is to:
When assisting a patient with eating, one of the first things you should do is:
When assisting a patient with eating, one of the first things you should do is:
A patient has a new cast on his right arm. While caring for him, you should observe for:
A patient has a new cast on his right arm. While caring for him, you should observe for:
Encouraging a patient to take part in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, combing hair, and feeding is:
Encouraging a patient to take part in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, combing hair, and feeding is:
In caring for a confused elderly man, you should remember to:
In caring for a confused elderly man, you should remember to:
The water temperature for a tub bath is:
The water temperature for a tub bath is:
When giving a complete bed bath, you should:
When giving a complete bed bath, you should:
When assisting Mr. Cohen in learning to use a walker, you should:
When assisting Mr. Cohen in learning to use a walker, you should:
Before assisting a patient into a wheelchair, check to see if the:
Before assisting a patient into a wheelchair, check to see if the:
While giving an unconscious patient a bath, it is important to:
While giving an unconscious patient a bath, it is important to:
When reporting your patient’s condition to your team leader, you should report immediately:
When reporting your patient’s condition to your team leader, you should report immediately:
When shaving a male patient’s face, you should:
When shaving a male patient’s face, you should:
A decubitus ulcer is a:
A decubitus ulcer is a:
You are assigned to assist Mrs. Kelley with her lunch. She is on bed rest. The best position for her, if permitted, would be:
You are assigned to assist Mrs. Kelley with her lunch. She is on bed rest. The best position for her, if permitted, would be:
When caring for a patient with a nasogastric tube, you should:
When caring for a patient with a nasogastric tube, you should:
To prevent a patient from getting bedsores, you should:
To prevent a patient from getting bedsores, you should:
When moving a wheelchair on or off an elevator, you should stay:
When moving a wheelchair on or off an elevator, you should stay:
What position should a patient be in to receive an enema?
What position should a patient be in to receive an enema?
Nursing orders frequently instruct you to assist patient to cough and deep breathe. This activity helps the patient avoid:
Nursing orders frequently instruct you to assist patient to cough and deep breathe. This activity helps the patient avoid:
A patient who has difficulty chewing or swallowing will need what type of diet?
A patient who has difficulty chewing or swallowing will need what type of diet?
How often should you total a patient’s intake and output records?
How often should you total a patient’s intake and output records?
The Foley bag must be kept lower than the patient’s bladder so that:
The Foley bag must be kept lower than the patient’s bladder so that:
When assisting a nurse to irrigate a patient’s bladder, you notice that the nurse has contaminated the sterile field. You should:
When assisting a nurse to irrigate a patient’s bladder, you notice that the nurse has contaminated the sterile field. You should:
When distributing drinking water, the nursing assistant should:
When distributing drinking water, the nursing assistant should:
Mr. Kaplan’s orders include the notation, strain all urine. This means that you should report:
Mr. Kaplan’s orders include the notation, strain all urine. This means that you should report:
Swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues is called:
Swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues is called:
Mrs. Black is a diabetic. For her mid-afternoon nourishment, the kitchen has sent a carton of chocolate ice cream. Your first action should be to:
Mrs. Black is a diabetic. For her mid-afternoon nourishment, the kitchen has sent a carton of chocolate ice cream. Your first action should be to:
Your assignment sheet has the following notation: S & A, AC, tid for Mr. Able. This means that you should:
Your assignment sheet has the following notation: S & A, AC, tid for Mr. Able. This means that you should:
Mr. Brook has a broken hip and needs to have an enema. The best type of bedpan to use would be a:
Mr. Brook has a broken hip and needs to have an enema. The best type of bedpan to use would be a:
Before you ambulate a patient who has a Foley catheter, you should:
Before you ambulate a patient who has a Foley catheter, you should:
What is the primary reason for observing and recording bruises, marks, or broken skin when admitting a patient?
What is the primary reason for observing and recording bruises, marks, or broken skin when admitting a patient?
When using the intercom to respond to a patient, what is an important part of your introduction?
When using the intercom to respond to a patient, what is an important part of your introduction?
Which action is most important when familiarizing a new patient with their room?
Which action is most important when familiarizing a new patient with their room?
When arranging a patient's room, which of the following tasks is outside the scope of a nursing assistant's responsibilities?
When arranging a patient's room, which of the following tasks is outside the scope of a nursing assistant's responsibilities?
What is the most important practice to follow when assisting a patient in and out of bed?
What is the most important practice to follow when assisting a patient in and out of bed?
Flashcards
Patient Admission: Skin Observation
Patient Admission: Skin Observation
Observe and record bruises, marks, rashes, or broken skin upon admission.
Intercom Etiquette
Intercom Etiquette
When responding to a patient on the intercom, identify yourself by name and position.
Familiarizing New Patients
Familiarizing New Patients
Show the patient where the call bell is and how to use it.
Medication Administration
Medication Administration
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Assisting Patients: Body Mechanics
Assisting Patients: Body Mechanics
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Hand Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
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Mealtime Assistance
Mealtime Assistance
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Cleaning Dirty Fingernails
Cleaning Dirty Fingernails
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Moving a Patient on a Stretcher
Moving a Patient on a Stretcher
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Wrinkles in Bedclothes
Wrinkles in Bedclothes
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Making a Bed Efficiently
Making a Bed Efficiently
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Preventing Decubitus Ulcers
Preventing Decubitus Ulcers
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Explaining Procedures
Explaining Procedures
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Contaminated Hand Washing
Contaminated Hand Washing
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Mouth Care for Unconscious Patient
Mouth Care for Unconscious Patient
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Clean-Catch Urine Specimen
Clean-Catch Urine Specimen
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Patient Safety
Patient Safety
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Lifting Heavy Objects
Lifting Heavy Objects
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Wrinkles in Bedclothes: Effect
Wrinkles in Bedclothes: Effect
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Patient Shaving
Patient Shaving
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Cleaning Dentures
Cleaning Dentures
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Assisting with Eating
Assisting with Eating
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New Cast Observation
New Cast Observation
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ADLs Importance
ADLs Importance
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Caring for a Confused Patient
Caring for a Confused Patient
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Tub Bath Temperature
Tub Bath Temperature
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Giving a Bed Bath
Giving a Bed Bath
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Assisting with a Walker
Assisting with a Walker
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Wheelchair Safety
Wheelchair Safety
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Bathing Unconscious Patient
Bathing Unconscious Patient
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Reporting Patient Condition
Reporting Patient Condition
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Shaving a Male Patient
Shaving a Male Patient
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Decubitus ulcer
Decubitus ulcer
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Eating in Bed
Eating in Bed
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Patient with Nasogastric
Patient with Nasogastric
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Preventing Bedsores
Preventing Bedsores
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Moving wheel chair on elevator
Moving wheel chair on elevator
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Administering enema
Administering enema
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Breathing treatment
Breathing treatment
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Diet Restrictions
Diet Restrictions
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Intake and Output
Intake and Output
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Foley bad
Foley bad
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Sterile Field Control
Sterile Field Control
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Distributing drinking water
Distributing drinking water
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Straining urine
Straining urine
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Study Notes
- Review questions for nursing assistants
Patient Admission Observations
- Note and record the presence of bruises, marks, rashes, or broken skin during patient admission to prevent potential accusations of abuse later.
Responding to Patients via Intercom
- Always give your name and position when responding to a patient on the intercom.
Patient Orientation to Surroundings
- Show the patient where the call bell is and how to operate it, ensuring they can call for help when needed.
Arranging a Patient's Room
- Nursing assistants are not allowed to administer medications
Assisting Patients In and Out of Bed
- Employ proper body mechanic techniques when assisting patients in and out of bed to prevent injury.
Hand Hygiene
- Wash your hands before and after any contact with a patient to prevent infection.
Serving Meals to Patients
- Bring the meal tray into the room only when you are ready to feed the patient, especially if the patient needs assistance.
Bathing Patients
- Soak dirty fingernails first to soften debris and ease cleaning, before trimming or applying lotion.
Moving Patients on a Stretcher
- Always maintain control of a stretcher from the head to ensure better maneuverability and safety.
Preventing Decubitus Ulcers
- Wrinkles in bedclothes are a serious problem because they cause decubitus ulcers.
Making a Bed
- To save time when making a bed, gather all necessary linen before starting.
Reducing Incidence of Decubitus Ulcers
- Change the patient's position every two hours to prevent pressure sores.
Preparing to Change Patient Position
- Always explain the procedure to your patient before changing the position of the bed.
Handwashing After Touching Sink
- If you touch the inside of the sink while rinsing soap off your hands, repeat the handwashing procedure from the beginning to avoid contamination.
Mouth Care for Unconscious Patient
- When providing mouth care to an unconscious patient, position them with their head turned to the side to facilitate drainage and prevent aspiration.
Collecting Urine Specimen
- A clean-catch urine specimen requires clean, not sterile, techniques.
Post-Admission Patient Care
- Before leaving a newly admitted patient alone, ensure they know how to use the call light to summon assistance
Lifting Heavy Objects
- When lifting a heavy object, bend at the knees while keeping your back straight to protect your back muscles.
Bedclothes
- Irritation from wrinkles can result in bedsores.
Shaving a Patient
- Wet the patient's face before shaving, apply aftershave lotion, and give the patient a mirror when done.
Cleaning Dentures
- When cleaning a patient's dentures, line the emesis basin with a paper towel or fill the sink with water to prevent breakage if dropped.
Aiding Patient with Eating
- Wash your hands and the patients hands to prevent infection.
Observing a Patient with a Cast
- Circulatory impairment can happen with a new cast, check warmth and color of fingers.
Promoting Patient Independence
- Rehabilitation should always be part of the care plan.
Caring for Confused Elderly Patients
- Follow agency policy and keep the bedrails up except when at the bedside.
Bath Water Temperature
- The water temperature for a tub bath is 105° Fahrenheit.
Complete Bed Bath Guidelines
- Keep the patient covered as much as possible and use proper care techniques.
Assisting with Walker Use
- For patients learning to use a walker, stand behind them and use a transfer belt to protect both patient and aide.
Transferring Patients to Wheelchairs
- Before assisting a patient into a wheelchair, ensure the wheels are locked.
Bathing an Unconscious Patient
- Give passive range of motion to all joints.
Reporting Patient Condition
- Report any rash that appears suddenly
Decubitus Ulcer
- Also called a bedsore
Patient Positioning for Meals
- Semi-Fowler’s position is best because the patient is on bedrest.
Caring for Patients with Nasogastric Tubes
- When changing the patient's position, protect the tube.
Bed Sore Prevention
- Turn the patient every 2 hours.
Moving a Wheelchair on Elevators
- When moving a wheelchair on or off an elevator, stay behind the chair, pulling it toward you
Administering Enemas
- The correct position is left Sim’s, and this allows better irrigation of the colon.
Preventing Pneumonia
- Assist patient to cough and deep breathe. This activity helps the patient avoid pneumonia
Diets for Swallowing Difficulties
- A mechanical soft diet is easy to chew, swallow, and digest for those with chewing or swallowing issues.
Recording Patient Data
- Input and output are totaled once per shift as well as every 24 hours.
Foley Catheter Care
- The Foley bag must be kept lower than the patient’s bladder so that urine will not return to the bladder, causing infection
Maintaining Sterile Environments
- Replace sterile pack, nurse may not know the field is contaminated.
Distributing Drinking Water
- Follow agency policy.
Monitoring Urine
- Particles in the strainer means you should report it.
Identifying Edema
- Swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues.
Managing Diabetic Patient Nourishment
- Always report abnormal conditions.
Diabetic Urine Testing
- S & A is a diabetic test done on urine, before meals.
Assisting Patients with Broken Hips
- Choose a fracture pan so Mr. Brook will have a minimal distance to lift his hips.
Assisting Patients with Foley Catheters
- Before you ambulate a patient who has a Foley catheter, you should carry the bag below the level of the bladder
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