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Understanding the Resident

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A concept that considers the whole person is called   Holism  
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Verbal communication uses   written or spoken words  
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Experiencing one’s potential is   self-actualization  
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Messages sent through facial expressions, gestures, posture, and hand and body movements are   body language  
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The whole person has __________, __________, __________, and __________parts.   physical, social, psychological, and spiritual  
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A person has physical needs that are needed for life. Rest would be considered one of those needs.   True  
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Calling residents by their titles (Mr., Mrs., Ms., or Dr.) promotes dignity and shows ________.   respect  
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According to Maslow, __________needs must be met first.   physical  
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What are physical needs?   oxygen, food, water  
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You are going to help a resident with a shower. To meet the person’s safety and security needs, you need to do what?   explain what sensations to expect  
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You can help a new resident feel safe and secure by   listening to the person's concerns  
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Family and friends usually help meet the person’s   love and belonging needs  
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A person’s cultural beliefs and practices are included in the person’s   care plan  
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A resident wants to attend religious services in the center’s chapel. What should you do?   assist the person to the chapel  
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A person’s cultural beliefs and practices are different from yours. What should you do?   learn about the person's culture  
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A person’s religion is different from yours. What should you do?   learn about the person's religion  
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A lost, absent, or impaired physical or mental function is a(n)   disability  
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What is a common response to illness and disability?   anger  
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Promoting the person’s optimal level of functioning will improve a person’s   quality of life  
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Generally, persons needing complete care in nursing centers are   very disabled and confused and disoriented  
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Terminally ill residents are   dying  
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Residents who have mental health issues have problems _____________________to stress.   coping or adjusting  
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When caring for terminally ill persons, you need to promote   comfort and peace  
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A resident stays in her room most of the time. She likes being alone and does not attend social events. How would you describe her behavior? ____________________   she is withdrawn  
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A resident tends to pinch and kick the staff this is most likely showing _________behavior.   aggressive  
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A resident wants his meals served before anyone else. He also calls for the nursing assistants when he sees them helping others. This behavior is best described as   self-centered  
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A resident tends to shout and raise her voice when she wants something. She does not answer your questions and is not cooperative. Her behavior is best described as   angry  
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A resident pinches and scratches when it is time for her shower. You should do what?   report the behavior to the nurse  
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A person is angry and demanding. It is important to always   treat the person with respect and dignity  
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Inappropriate sexual behavior is always on purpose.   False  
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Effective communication involves   respecting the person's rights  
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You ask a resident a question. You should   give the person to time to process what you asked  
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You want to make sure that a resident understands what you said. You should   ask questions to see if the person understands  
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A resident asks the same question many times. You should   be patient  
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Speak clearly and slowly is a rule for   verbal communication  
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Wait for an answer after asking a question.   true  
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A resident uses slang when he talks to you. You should   avoid using slang words yourself  
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Which conveys comfort, caring, and reassurance?   touch  
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To use touch correctly, you should   follow the person's care plan  
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Residents send messages through body language.   True  
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Your appearance sends messages.   True  
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A resident turns her eyes away from you. Her face is flushed. These facial expressions most likely mean that she is   embarrassed  
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A resident’s eyes are wide open and the eyebrows are raised. The person’s mouth is tense with the lips turned back. These facial expressions most likely mean   fear  
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A resident’s bowel movement has a strong odor. You should   control your body language  
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shows that you are listening to a person.   having good eye contact  
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Listening involves   observing the person's nonverbal communication  
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Paraphrasing does what?   shows that you are listening  
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A resident says: “I’m tired of waiting for my lunch. I want it now!” To paraphrase, you say   "You want your lunch now"  
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Which communication technique will give “yes” or “no” answers?   direct questions  
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“What do you want for lunch?” is a   direct question  
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Which communication technique allows the person to decide what to talk about?   open-ended questions  
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A resident wants his meatloaf prepared a certain way. To clarify what the resident is saying, you say   "Can you tell me that again"  
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You want to make sure that you understand a message. You should use   clarifying  
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is useful when a person is rambling.   focusing  
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A resident is very upset about her lunch. Which communication technique can help the person gain control?   silence  
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A resident is complaining about the food. The person comments on the taste, amount, and preparation. Which will promote communication with the person?   listening  
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When someone changes the subject, it usually means that the person is   uncomfortable with the topic  
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shows a lack of interest and caring   failure to listen  
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“Everything will be just fine” is a __________ answer.   pat  
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Disabilities are acquired   any time  
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Your _________________ is important when communicating with persons who are disabled.   attitude  
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A person is in a coma. This means that the person   cannot respond to others  
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You are caring for a person who is comatose. You should ________ before entering the room.   knock  
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You should always assume that a person who is comatose can   hear  
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A resident’s son is visiting. Allowing them to visit without interrupting will protect the resident’s   privacy  
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You think that a visitor is tiring a resident. What should you do?   report your observations to the nurse  
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Family and visitors affect the person’s   affect the person's quality of life  
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Family and visitors are treated with   respect  
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