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Nursing

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When a CNA talks to a resident that avoids eye contact, the resident's behavior is an example of:   nonverbal communication  
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A resident with aphasia is:   unable to speak  
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Standard precautions does not include:   boiling used equipment  
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Labored, difficult, painful breathing is known as:   dyspnea  
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You notice a fire in the resident's room. The first thing to do is:   remove the resident to a safe area  
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When providing support to the family of the dying resident, the nurse aide should:   accept their expression of feelings  
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A resident with terminal cancer disagree with her doctor about the disease. According to Kubler-Ross, what stage of grieving is she in?   denial  
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When using assistive devices, the nurse assistan should assist the resident to:   increase their independence  
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After getting the resident up in a chair, the nurse assistant should:   turn on the T.V., put the call light near the resident, and ask if there is anything more they need  
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Prior to giving a shower or tub bath the most important step is:   asking for permission  
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When making observations on a resident's condition, which of the following senses is not used?   taste  
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Which of the following is a good bridge to communication?   sitting at the same level as the resident  
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Which of the following is a sign of infection?   a rectal temperature of 102.4 degrees  
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Wrinkles in the bed should be avoided because:   they can cause skin irritations and bed sores  
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A toothette is used for:   cleaning the unconscious  
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When dressing a resident with a weak left side you should:   dress the weak side first  
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Which of the followin is not drying to the skin?   bath oil  
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A resident and their family want to reward you for a job well done and offer you money. What should you do?   thank them and state "I do not need money to care for my residents"  
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Which of the following can cause bed sores?   wrinkles in the bed linen  
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If a resident is confused or mentally ill, it may help to:   tell them the day, date, and time at every meeting  
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How can you help resident's become incontinent?   respond quickly to a resident's call use to use the bathroom or bedpan  
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A resident refuses to take a shower today, what should you do?   notify the charge nurse and try again later  
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You notice a bruise on the resident's arm, what should you do?   notify the charge nurse  
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What is the number one cause of injury in the home setting?   falls  
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Keeping furniture and belongings in the same place is especially important for which of the following   residents with visual impairments  
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If a resident is being fed through a tube, the head of the bed should be:   elevated at an angle of 45 degrees  
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Unconscious residents should receive special mouth care:   every two hours  
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When a resident is using the shower, the nurse assistant should:   stay with the resident  
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When turning a resident in bed after hip surgery you should use:   the logrolling technique  
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A resident falls while you are in the room. They say that they are not hurt. What should you do?   immediately call for Licensed help  
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Which of the following is a symptom of dehydration?   confusion  
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When ambulating a resident with a weak right side, which side do you give assistance to?   the weak side  
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If a resident is paralyzed, the focus of care you provide will be on which of the following areas?   safety issues relating to loss of sensation  
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If a resident has Alzheimer's disease, the focuse of care you provide will be on which of the following:   maintaining a routine  
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Which statement about roommates is true?   roommates should be cared for as individual people  
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When should universal precautions be used?   when providing care for each person  
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A sturdy box that cannot be punctured by sharp objects is known as:   sharps container  
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To destroy all microorganisms and spores is to:   sterilize  
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Which of the following statements about infection control is TRUE?   contagious  
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Something that kills or slows the growth of pathogens is:   disinfection  
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Germs that are spread by breathing, coughing, or sneezing are called:   airborne germs  
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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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When you take soiled linens to the laundry hamper, you should:   hold them away from your uniform  
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Which is not a sign of infection?   high blood pressure  
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When admitting a resident to a nursing home, one of your task is to use a laundry marker to label:   her clothing  
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When you are providing care for residents:   never let them know you as a person  
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A resident's anger or agitation can really mean:   they are frightened and confused  
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Touching of a resident is acceptable when it:   shows caring or kindness  
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