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Nursing

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A harmful germ or microorganism that causes disease is:   a pathogen  
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If an object contains dirt or disease-causing germs, it is:   contaminated  
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To remove disease-causing germs is to:   disinfect  
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The organism that causes AIDS is the:   Human immunodeficiency virus  
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A sturdy box with a tight-fitting lid that cannot be punctured by sharp objects is known as a:   sharps container  
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Germs that are spread by breathing, coughing, or sneezing, are called:   airborne germs  
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The two most common types of contact by which germs are spread are:   direct and indirect  
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When you take dirty linens to the laundry hamper, you should:   hold them away from your uniform  
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What is the most important thing you can do to control the spread of germs?   wash your hands  
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You should practice universal precautions:   when you provide care for any person  
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What is one time when you must wear latex gloves?   when you touch blood or other body fluids  
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If you have a cut or open sore on your hand, what must you do to protect yourself from infection?   wear gloves while provding care  
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Which of the following is a reason to place someone in isolation?   the person has many infected dressings  
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Four items of protective equipment that you may wear when practicing universal precautions and isolation procedures are:   gowns, masks, eyewear, and gloves  
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Which is NOT true about the spread of germs?   germs can be brushed off linens and clothing  
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Which statement about roomates is true?   roommates should be cared for as individuals and not as a couple  
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Which is NOT a sign of infection?   keeping the person clean  
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When should universal precautions be used?   when providing care for each person  
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If a gown or apron does not get soiled when caring for a person:   it should be disposed of.  
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Which is NOT a universal precaution?   wear gloves if the person looks infected  
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Which of the following statements about infection control is TRUE?   germs grow best is a moist, warm environment  
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A condition in which the force of the pulse is very weak is called:   thready pulse  
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When referring to the lower portion of the large intestine, just inside the anal opening, the area is called:   rectum  
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The condition of having a blue or gray color of the skin, due to lack of oxygen in the blood, is called:   cyanosis  
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An instrument used to measure blood pressure is called:   sphygomomanometer  
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When you examine by touching or feeling, it is called:   palpitation  
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Temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure usually are taken together and are referred to as:   vital signs  
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Two times when you always measure a person's vital signs are:   when the person is admitted to a health care facility and when you observe a change in the person's normal conditions  
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The normal range for an adult's oral temperature is:   97.6 F to 99.6 F  
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An elevation of body temperature is called:   a fever  
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An irregular pulse describe the:   rhythm  
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The pulse located on the inside bend of the elbow is the:   brachial  
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The instrument used to listen to heart sounds when taking blood pressure or an apical pulse is called a:   stethoscope  
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When counting the pulse on another person, never use your:   thumb  
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Difficulty with breathing is called:   dyspnea  
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When you count the number of times a person breathes per minute, you are counting her:   respirations  
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Which of the following is true about taking and recording vital signs?   never leave a person alone when taking a rectal temperature  
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The act of breathing in and out; inhaling and exhaling is:   respiration  
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Which temperature should you report immediately?   a rectal temperature of 101.6 F  
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A person's blood pressure is measured four times a day, where should the information be recorded?   graphic sheet  
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When you provide care, you must respect each person's need to maintain his own:   personal needs, self-image, and independence  
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When providing mouth care for an unconscious person, it is important to:   turn the person on his side so that he does not aspirate  
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When assisting a woman with perineal cre, always use a clean part of the washcloth for each stroke and wipe from:   front to back  
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Use a bath blanket when giving a person a complete bed bath to keep him from getting chilled and to show respect for the person's   privacy and dignity  
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When you finish using a disposable safety razor to shave someone:   do not recap the razor. Put it in the person's drawer  
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The person you provide care for has a weak right arm. To help him put on a shirt, you first put:   the weak arm in the shirt  
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When you shampoo a person's hair:   report redness of the scalp and any sores  
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Which therapeutic diet does not provide enough nutrients to maintain good nutrition:   full liquid  
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The smallest part of any diet should be:   fat  
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When a person has difficulty swallowing, it is easier for him to swallow _______ than liquids:   soft food  
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If a person in your care is fed through a nasogastric tube, you should:   keep the head of the bed elevated for 30 minutes following a tube feeding  
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Which of these symptoms is NOT a sign of dehydration?   frequent urination  
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Meal time should be as pleasant as possible. Which of the following should a nurse assistant do when serving meals to residents?   serve trays promptly after they arrive from the kitchen  
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How does normal aging affect food needs and eating habits:   a person will need fewer calories because they are less active.  
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Which of the following is a symptom of dehydration?   confusion  
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On a clear liquied diet, a person would not be allowed:   cornbread  
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A person is NPO, you should:   remove water pitcher and glass  
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Fluid intake and the amount of fluid lost from the body should:   be about equal in amount  
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Proper nutrition means eating a wide variety of foods and choosing those that are:   low in fat, salt, and sugar  
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If someone in your care is losing a lot of fluid by perspiring heavily, vomiting, or has diarrhea, he or she may become ____________ very quickly:   dehydrated  
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One way to dilute the urine and keep stool soft is to:   drink fluids  
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Incontinence is:   the inability to control the passage of urine of feces  
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A portable commode is:   a chair with a toilet seat and a container to collect waste  
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Burning or urination, frequent but scanty urination, cloudy or dark-colored urine, or milky mucus threads in the urine are signs of urinary:   tract infection  
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When a person in your care has a urinary catheter, prevent infection by providing frequent:   perineal care  
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The condition in which a part of the body shrinks or wastes away because of poor nutrition of disuse is known as:   atrophy  
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Using a simple statement to help someone remember is an example of:   prompting  
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If a person is unable to move, he or she is:   immobile  
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The medical term for walking is:   ambulation  
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If a person does not move his joints regularly, the joints may become permanently bent. This condition is known as:   contracture  
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To help people become as fully functional as possible and to help them be able to enjoy life, you provide:   restorative care  
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A condition in which the bones become weak and fragile is:   arthritis  
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The form of diabetes called maturity onset, insulin-independent diabetes, is also know as:   type I diabetes  
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All the following disease can be found in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, except for:   sickle cell anemia  
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