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NA Chapter 22 Review

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what is the basic working unit of the nervous system? the neuron, AKA the nerve cell
what makes up the central nervous system? the brain and spinal cord
what makes up the peripheral nervous system? the nerves connected to the spinal cord that extend throughout the body
why is it important not to use rubbing alcohol to clean artificial eyes? improper cleaning can permanently damage artificial eyes
what is the most common cause of dementia? alzheimer's
why is it important for NAs to encourage independence for as long as possible for residents who have AD? independence keeps the resident's mind and body as active as possible
does a person usually overcome major depressive disorder through sheer will? no, it is an illness and must be treated as such
what should an NA do if a resident makes comments or jokes about suicide? immediately report it to the nurse
when a stroke (CVA) occurs on the left side of the brain, which side of the body will be affected? the right side
when assisting a resident who has had a stroke (CVA) with eating, in which side of the resident's mouth should food be placed? stronger side
when a resident with AD repeats an action over and over, what is he doing? perseverating
what should food for residents with AD be served on/with? plain plates and a single eating utensil
when a resident with Alzheimer's continues to ask the same question, what should the NA do? answer the question, using the same words each time
when a resident describes an imaginary or delusional situation, what should the NA do? play along
what is an example of something that may put a person at a higher risk of substance abuse? having a mental health disorder
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