Wound And Skin Isolation

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1. You should shampoo a resident's hair to improve

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a b c are all common causes of decubitus ulcers, therefore d is the best answer

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Wound And Skin Isolation - Quiz

This quiz on wound and skin isolation evaluates important nursing practices that promote patient safety and quality care. It covers key actions such as the correct handling and... see moredisposal of soiled linen to prevent contamination, recognizing and responding effectively to emergencies, and implementing measures to prevent pressure ulcers, also known as decubitus ulcers.

The quiz emphasizes infection control techniques and skin integrity management, which are critical for reducing risks of complications in patients with wounds or limited mobility. Designed for healthcare professionals, it helps reinforce practical knowledge and encourages the consistent application of isolation protocols in clinical settings. Taking this quiz can improve your understanding of best practices in wound care and isolation, ultimately contributing to better patient outcomes and safer healthcare environments. see less

2. The purpose of correctly positioning the patient is to

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Correctly positioning a patient should prevent skin breakdown, increase comfort, and maintain the function of joints and muscles.

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3. The charge nurse instructs you to clean a resident's closet. You should

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The resident has the legal right to decide on keeping or throwing away personal belongings

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4. When you make bed, you should place the soiled linen

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Soiled linen should be directly placed in laundry bags to prevent contamination

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5. The purpose of the cleaning bath is to

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A bath correctly given promotes circulation at the same time as it provides an excellent opportunity to observe the skin

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6. When a patient turns on the call bell every few minutes, the appropriate response is to

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Patients who use their call bell frequently are usually afraid they will be ignored if they don't call often. Stopping in frequently reassures them

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7.  A patient's dentures are lost. You should
 

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The first step for any lost belongings is always to notify the charge nurse

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8. Failure to raise the side rails on teh bed of a confused pateint is an act of

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Negligence is an unintentional act of injury

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9. Which of the following can cause an inaccurate oral temperature reading?

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Drinking hot or cold liquids within 10 minutes of the reading can affect the oral temperature reading because it can alter the temperature inside the mouth. Failure to shake down a mercury thermometer can also lead to an inaccurate reading as it may not reset the thermometer to the correct starting point. Vigorous exercise prior to measuring temperature can cause the body temperature to temporarily rise, resulting in an inaccurate reading. Therefore, all of the above factors can contribute to an inaccurate oral temperature reading.

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10. In the event of a fire ina resident;s room, your first actio should be to

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Always remove the resident from danger first

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11. The reason for rubbing a patient's back include

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A correctly given backrub improves circulation, thus relaxing the patient while giving you an opportunity for one on one interaction

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12. The procecure for bathing that prevents damage to the skin is to

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The best way to prevent skin breakdown is to rinse and dry well

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13. The preferred substance for a back rub is

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Lotion is the preferred substance for a back rub because it provides lubrication for smooth and gentle massaging. It is easily absorbed by the skin, leaving it moisturized and soft. Alcohol can be drying and irritating to the skin, talcum powder may cause allergies or respiratory issues when inhaled, and baby oil can be too greasy and may clog pores. Lotion is a versatile option that offers the right balance of slipperiness and hydration for an effective and enjoyable back rub.

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14. Which of the following activities ahould be included in personal daily hygiene?

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Residents should reveive hair care, oral hygiene, and shaving on a daily basis

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15. Decubitus ulcers may develop in patients who are

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Any patietn who is bedbound may develop a decubitus ulcer. ?Those who also are incontinent, paralyzed, or poorly nourished will develop ulcers more rapidly.

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16. Frequent mouth care should be given to residents who

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All of the residents mentioned have high risk of mouth breathing, therefore, they all should be receiving frequent mouth care

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17. It is important to remember that dying residents

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No all dying patients have the same problems, but they have all the same care needs as anyone else

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18. A sign of dementia in elderly pateint is

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Only choice b is usaully seen in dementia

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19. The most important factor in preventing the spread of infection is to

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The most important factor in preventing the spread of infection is to wash your hands between resident contacts

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20. Safe use of oxygen therapy includes

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Choice a is wrong bec the flow is set by the physician. Choice b is wrong bec wool can cause sparks, and c is wrong bec alcohol causes drying. Therefore, only choice d is correct

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21. The main safety factor in transferring a patient is to

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Transferring safely means planning ahead, including obtaining help

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22. A resident who is too large for staff memebers to tranfer safely is

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Use a mechanical device to protect both the resident and the staff

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23. At the beginning of your shift, you give a resident a water pitcher containing 270ml (9 oz) of water. At the end of your shift, yo unote that 35 ml of water is left in the pitcher. How much wate has been consumed?

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The correct answer is obtained by subtracting the amount of fluid left from the fluid amount the resident started with.

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24. When a resident complains that his dentures are hurting, you should

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Always bring such complaints to the charge nurse

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25. Residents with Alzheimer's disease may show shich of the following signs/symptoms?

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Physical and mental wasting away are common symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, as is frequent pacing or wandering and loss of memory

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26. Sexuality in long-tem cre patients may include all fo the following EXCEPT

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As long term care providers, nursing assistants must respect ther resiodent's right to sexuality. However, engaging in public fondling is inappropriate and may infringe on other residents' rights

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27. The primary reason for laundering a nursing uniform after reach each day's wearing is to

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Preventing the spread of germns is the prinicipal reason for all infection control measures

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28. As a nursing assistant, it is your responsibility to

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Choice a is incorrect because you are a member of the planning team, not hte major planner. Choice c is incorrect because in health care the correct action isn often to ask for help. Choice d is incorrect because there is no legitimate reason to compare notes iwth co-workers

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29. If you do not know how to do an assigned task, you should

Explanation

Asking for hjelp when you are unsure of yourself is a critical element of employability skills

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30. When you perform CPR, the patient should be lying

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The patient must be flat on a hard surface or the compressions will be inadequate to circulate blood.

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31. When shampooing a patient's hair, it si important to

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a b c are all correct, tehrefore, d is the best answer

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32. Which of hte following statements about dressing residents is true?

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Choice c is the only answer that addresses resident privacy, modesty, and personal choice

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33. The preferred way to remove a bedpan from a resident who is unable to lift her buttocks is to

Explanation

Turning the resident is the easiest method, and it is important to hold the pan to prevent spilling he contents.A fracture-type bedpan can be used by any patient who should not be lifted or turned.

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34. If you patient does not eat all the food on his tray, the first thing you should do is

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The patient may not be eating due to personal dislike fo the food. Asking first allows you to request a replacement if teh problem is this simple.

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35. The resident states that a mistake has been made: there is salt on her tray, although the doctor has ordered a low salt diet. You should

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Any diet question must be answered before the resident eats

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36. Before transferring a resident from the bed to a wheelchair, you should sit him on the edge of the bed for a few minutes to

Explanation

Orthostatic hypotension is the light-headed feeling we all get when we rise too fast

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37. On entering a room, you notice that the patient is not breathing. Your first action should be to

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Always cal for help first in an emergency

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38. If a resident begins to choke while being fed and is unable to speak, the nursing assistant should call for help and begin doing

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Abdominal thrusts are always the first step of airway obstructions

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39. Security for a resident's dentures includes

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Every resident with dentures must have a labeled denture cup to ensure security fo the costly dentures

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40. You are removing a soiled gown from a resident who has an IV. You should

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remove the sleeve from th earm without tubing first

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41. Dying residents and their families

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Bec each dying resident has unique emotional needs, each person will go through the stages at different times and in different order

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42. A decubitus ulcer is caused by

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A decubitus ulcer, also known as a pressure ulcer or bed sore, is caused by a combination of factors including poor circulation, pressure on the skin, and poor nutrition. Poor circulation restricts blood flow to the affected area, leading to tissue damage. Prolonged pressure on the skin, especially in individuals who are immobile or bedridden, can cause tissue breakdown. Inadequate nutrition weakens the skin and reduces its ability to withstand pressure. Therefore, all of the above factors contribute to the development of a decubitus ulcer.

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43. The patient's TPR is 98.8-80-30. The finding that should be reported at once is

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Only respiration s are out of normal range

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44. If the patient is in traction, you should never

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Position of wiehgs in traction is ordered by a doctor. Therefore, the nursing assistant should never change the position of weights without an order

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45. Reporting exactly what you see is an example of a (an) ____ observation

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Objective means something you can see, feel, smell, or touch

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46. When making a occupied bed, it is important to

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When making an occupied bed, it is important to make half of the bed at one time, to have one side rail up and one down, and to makes a tyoe pleat in the top covers

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47. When performiong perinal care on a male, always

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Material may build up underthe foreskin in uncircumcised males unless the foreskin is retracted for cleaning

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48. When a resident is on I & O, which of the following are measured?

Explanation

All items that are liquid at room temperature are considered fluid (for example, ice cream, gelatin dessert, and so on)

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49. A patient hits you during lunch. You should

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Obtaining assistance is the only correct way to deal with abuse by a resident

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50. If family members bring new clothes in for a resident, you should make sure the

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Al residnets have the right to their own personal possessions. Labels allow you to better provide protection

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51. If a resident asks a question you cannot answer, you should

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Always refer such questions to the charge nurse to handle

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52. When giving a resident a shower, you should

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Bec residents may become faint during a shower, they should always be sitting down

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53. To transfer a resident correctly from a bed to a stretcher, you must

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Choice b is incorrect bec a Hoyer lift is only used for resident too heavy to life. Choice c is incorrect because, if six co-workers were required, a Hoyer lift would be indicated. Choice d doesn't make sense. Therefore, a is the only correct response

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54. Maintaining good interpersonal relationships depends on

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Choices a and c are both incorrect as they may lead to poor patient care. Choice d is wrong if both a and c are wrong

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55. As you are transferring a patient, the resident becomes weak and starts to fall. You should

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Grasp the transfer belt and lower the resident to the floor along your bent leg

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56. The first step in performing any procedure is to

Explanation

Infection control(handwashing) is always the first step in a procedure

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57. You have come upon a patient lying on the floor who is not moving. Your first action should be to

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Determine that there is a problem before calling for help

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58. The nursing assistant must report abuse fo a resident by

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Federal and state laws require reporting of any abuse, whether it comes from staff, family, or other residents

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59. Which statement about mentally handicapped patients is correct?

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Mentally retarded pateitns are all different. The important thing to remember is that they can learn; they just do so more slowly than other people

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60. When helping a resident use a walker, you should tell him to

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Choice a is incorrect bec it is impossible to move the walker and the feet at the same time. Choices c and d are incorrect bec you should encourage clients not ot slide their feet or the walker

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61. The most important goal of bladder training is to

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The training will only work if the team provides consistent training. Therefore, all members of the team nust understand the plan

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62. For a resident who is classified as wound and skin isolation, the soiled linen should be

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Wound and skin isolation means high likelihood of linen contamination. Therefore, all linens must be double-bagged

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63. Which of the following statements about ROM is FALSE?

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Active ROM means the resident moves his or her own limb s

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64. Confidentiality refers to

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Choice a is incorrect bec important patient information would be missed if you never shared information with anyone. Choice d is the correct answer because both b and c are true

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65. In the lont-tem cre facility, the family members should be asked to

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Federal law states that residents have the right to have family involvement in care planning

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66. When you are unable to work due to illness, you should

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Each shift you work may have a different time requirement

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67. You can prevent decubitus ulcers by

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a and b are correct, there are no data to suggest that choice c is correct

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68. The proper procedure for washing the female resident's perineal area is to

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clean females from front to back to prevent contamination, and clean the rectal area last for the same reason. Patting the area dry is important as moisture increases the risk of bacteria growth

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69. When caring for a resident who has just been placed on NPO, you should

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NPO means nothing by mouth, so removing all food and water will reduce tempations

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70. After positioning a patient, it is most important to

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A patient may be lying on a nonfunctional limb and have no awareness of it

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71. When using crutches, teh resident's weight must rest on the

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When using crutches, the resident's weight must rest on the handrests

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72. Correct ROM for the neck includes

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The neck is only capable of moving forward, backward, and side to side. Therefore, choice d is the only correct answer

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73. During a job interview you should tell the interviewer about your

Explanation

A job interview is the time to sell yourself, so tell the interviewer your qualifications. You should not discuss child care or scheduling needs until after you are offered the job

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74. Accurate daily wights are measured  15

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Weight may fluctuate during the day, so to be accurate you must weigh residnets at the same time each day

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75. How a patient reacts to illness and disability is most dependent on his or her

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A person's total environment always affects everything that person does and thinks

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76. An 85 year old residnet tells you that his mother is coming to visit. Your best response would be,

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" Are you wishing you could see your mother?" is the only response that uses therapeutic communication skills

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77. To move a resident with a fractured hip, you would

Explanation

If your resident has a fractured hip, there must be a physician's order for a moving technique

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78. When a resident with a cast complains of itching, the nursing assistant should

Explanation

Due to a build up of old, dry skin cells, a resident with a cast may complain of itching

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79. Which of the following best describes nail care?

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All residents need nail care. The nursing assistant should be able to obtain information needed from the care plan

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80. A walker may be used if the resident can

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A resident mus be able to support some weight before using a walkder

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81. The first thing you should do before giving a patient a tub bath is to

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Always check for an order on the care plan before performing any activity

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82. Which statement about trimminmg a diabetic's toenails is correct?

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The diabetic often has extremely poor circulation to the feet, and any injury could lead to amputation

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83. Using the Bass method,a patient's teeth are to be brushed

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A circular motion cleans tooth surfaces best

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84. A cane should be used on

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If the cane is not used on the strong side, the resident may fall.

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85. The first step in getting a residnet up to walk is to

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Always make sure the resident is allowed to get up first

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86. If a resident is receiving forced fluid treatment, you should

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Choice a is incorrect bec the doctor should specify the amount of liquid. Choice b is incorrect bec a force-fluid diet is different from high-protein fluids. Choice d cannot be correct if a and b are incorrect

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87. The purpose of using restraints is to

Explanation

According to federal law, protection form injury to self or others is the only acceptable reason for using restraints

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88. Before dressing a resident, you should

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Choice b is incorrect bec some residents are capable of choosing their own clothing. Choice c is incorrect because there will not be a doctor's order for dressing. Choice d is therefore also incorrect

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89. If trhe chains on a mechanical Hoyer lift with a chair-type seat are uneven, then the

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By placing the shorter end of uneven chains toward the head, you ensure that the patient's head will remain higher than the body

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90. The patient's elbows are dry and red. You should

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rubbing alcohol wil dry the skin, talcum powder may be inhaled and accumulates in folds, and baby oil is too greasy

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91. The resident's religion forbids eating pork.

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The other answers do not address the resident's right to practice religion or her right to choice

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You should shampoo a resident's hair to improve
The purpose of correctly positioning the patient is to
The charge nurse instructs you to clean a resident's closet. You...
When you make bed, you should place the soiled linen
The purpose of the cleaning bath is to
When a patient turns on the call bell every few minutes, the...
 A patient's dentures are lost. You should 
Failure to raise the side rails on teh bed of a confused pateint is an...
Which of the following can cause an inaccurate oral temperature...
In the event of a fire ina resident;s room, your first actio should be...
The reason for rubbing a patient's back include
The procecure for bathing that prevents damage to the skin is to
The preferred substance for a back rub is
Which of the following activities ahould be included in personal daily...
Decubitus ulcers may develop in patients who are
Frequent mouth care should be given to residents who
It is important to remember that dying residents
A sign of dementia in elderly pateint is
The most important factor in preventing the spread of infection is to
Safe use of oxygen therapy includes
The main safety factor in transferring a patient is to
A resident who is too large for staff memebers to tranfer safely is
At the beginning of your shift, you give a resident a water pitcher...
When a resident complains that his dentures are hurting, you should
Residents with Alzheimer's disease may show shich of the following...
Sexuality in long-tem cre patients may include all fo the following...
The primary reason for laundering a nursing uniform after reach each...
As a nursing assistant, it is your responsibility to
If you do not know how to do an assigned task, you should
When you perform CPR, the patient should be lying
When shampooing a patient's hair, it si important to
Which of hte following statements about dressing residents is true?
The preferred way to remove a bedpan from a resident who is unable to...
If you patient does not eat all the food on his tray, the first thing...
The resident states that a mistake has been made: there is salt on her...
Before transferring a resident from the bed to a wheelchair, you...
On entering a room, you notice that the patient is not breathing. Your...
If a resident begins to choke while being fed and is unable to speak,...
Security for a resident's dentures includes
You are removing a soiled gown from a resident who has an IV. You...
Dying residents and their families
A decubitus ulcer is caused by
The patient's TPR is 98.8-80-30. The finding that should be reported...
If the patient is in traction, you should never
Reporting exactly what you see is an example of a (an) ____...
When making a occupied bed, it is important to
When performiong perinal care on a male, always
When a resident is on I & O, which of the following are measured?
A patient hits you during lunch. You should
If family members bring new clothes in for a resident, you should make...
If a resident asks a question you cannot answer, you should
When giving a resident a shower, you should
To transfer a resident correctly from a bed to a stretcher, you must
Maintaining good interpersonal relationships depends on
As you are transferring a patient, the resident becomes weak and...
The first step in performing any procedure is to
You have come upon a patient lying on the floor who is not moving....
The nursing assistant must report abuse fo a resident by
Which statement about mentally handicapped patients is correct?
When helping a resident use a walker, you should tell him to
The most important goal of bladder training is to
For a resident who is classified as wound and skin isolation, the...
Which of the following statements about ROM is FALSE?
Confidentiality refers to
In the lont-tem cre facility, the family members should be asked to
When you are unable to work due to illness, you should
You can prevent decubitus ulcers by
The proper procedure for washing the female resident's perineal area...
When caring for a resident who has just been placed on NPO, you should
After positioning a patient, it is most important to
When using crutches, teh resident's weight must rest on the
Correct ROM for the neck includes
During a job interview you should tell the interviewer about your
Accurate daily wights are measured  15
How a patient reacts to illness and disability is most dependent on...
An 85 year old residnet tells you that his mother is coming to visit....
To move a resident with a fractured hip, you would
When a resident with a cast complains of itching, the nursing...
Which of the following best describes nail care?
A walker may be used if the resident can
The first thing you should do before giving a patient a tub bath is to
Which statement about trimminmg a diabetic's toenails is correct?
Using the Bass method,a patient's teeth are to be brushed
A cane should be used on
The first step in getting a residnet up to walk is to
If a resident is receiving forced fluid treatment, you should
The purpose of using restraints is to
Before dressing a resident, you should
If trhe chains on a mechanical Hoyer lift with a chair-type seat are...
The patient's elbows are dry and red. You should
The resident's religion forbids eating pork.
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