Chapter 1-10 Review Flashcards
You are a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) working in a long-term care facility. One of the residents, Mrs. Johnson, has been expressing dissatisfaction with her care and feels that her concerns are not being addressed adequately. She has mentioned wanting to speak with someone who can advocate for her rights and ensure her voice is heard. She should speak to:
a. Representative
b. Ombudsman
c. Advocate
d. Advance directives
b. Ombudsman
Someone who supports or promotes the needs and interests of another pers
While providing care to a patient, you notice that they are experiencing discomfort and are hesitant to voice their concerns. What action should you take to uphold the Patient Care Partnership?
A) Disregard the patient’s discomfort, as they may be exaggerating.
B) Encourage the patient to keep quiet to avoid causing trouble.
C) Respect the patient’s right to voice concerns and promptly report the discomfort to the nurse in charge.
D) Remind the patient that complaining won’t change anything and continue with the care routine.
C) Respect the patient’s right to voice concerns and promptly report the discomfort to the nurse in charge.
What document explains the person’s rights and expectations during hospital stays?
A) Medical Guidelines
B) Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA)
C) Patient Care Partnership (formerly Patient’s Bill of Rights)
D) Hospital Regulations
C) Patient Care Partnership (formerly Patient’s Bill of Rights)
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a long-term care facility, you are responsible for providing care to residents while adhering to OBRA regulations. Which of the following actions best demonstrates compliance with OBRA standards?
A) Limiting residents’ access to their medical records to maintain confidentiality.
B) Administering medication to residents without verifying their identities.
C) Encouraging residents to make decisions about their daily routines and activities.
D) Restricting residents’ access to social activities to ensure a quiet environment.
C) Encouraging residents to make decisions about their daily routines and activities.
T/F: The Patient Care Partnership is a federal law that set the minimum standards for quality of care in nursing centers
FALSE
OBRA is the federal law
In the context of a Certified Nursing Assistant’s (CNA) role in a healthcare facility, which of the following accurately describes the term “representative”?
A) A healthcare provider responsible for overseeing the daily care of residents.
B) An individual designated by a resident to make decisions on their behalf.
C) A legal advisor assisting the facility in matters related to patient care.
D) A government-appointed official monitoring compliance with healthcare regulations.
B) An individual designated by a resident to make decisions on their behalf.
Someone with the legal right to act on the patient’s behalf when the person cannot do so alone is:
a. Ombudsman
b. Representative
c. Advocate
d. Advance Directives
b. Representative
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you encounter a resident who has recently completed an advance directive form. What action should you take regarding the resident’s advance directive?
A) Respect the resident’s privacy and keep the advance directive in their medical record for future reference.
B) Disregard the advance directive, as it may conflict with the facility’s policies and procedures.
C) Discuss the contents of the advance directive with the resident to ensure their wishes are understood and respected.
D) Report the existence of the advance directive to the facility administrator for further review and approval.
C) Discuss the contents of the advance directive with the resident to ensure their wishes are understood and respected.
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a long-term care facility, you encounter a resident who is unable to communicate their healthcare wishes due to a recent decline in cognitive function. What action should you take regarding the resident’s advance directives?
A) Disregard the resident’s advance directives since they are unable to communicate.
B) Inform the resident’s family members about the situation and follow their instructions.
C) Consult the facility’s healthcare team to review the resident’s advance directives and ensure they are followed.
D) Wait until the resident’s condition improves before discussing advance directives with them.
C) Consult the facility’s healthcare team to review the resident’s advance directives and ensure they are followed.
Which federal law requires a long-term care ombudsman program in every state?
a. OBRA
b. Patient Care Partnership
c. Older Americans Act
d. Hospital Regulations
C. Older Americans Act
In a long-term care facility, who can act as an advocate for a patient/resident?
A) Only licensed healthcare professionals, such as nurses and doctors.
B) Only family members or legal guardians designated by the resident.
C) Any individual chosen by the facility administration.
D) Any person who supports the resident’s rights and well-being, regardless of their relationship or role.
D) Any person who supports the resident’s rights and well-being, regardless of their relationship or role.
Understanding Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is essential for providing holistic care to patients/residents. Which of the following accurately represents the hierarchy, starting from the most basic to the highest level?
A) Safety, Esteem, Physiological, Self-Actualization, Love/Belonging
B) Physiological, Safety, Love/Belonging, Esteem, Self-Actualization
C) Self-Actualization, Safety, Love/Belonging, Physiological, Esteem
D) Love/Belonging, Self-Actualization, Physiological, Safety, Esteem
B) Physiological, Safety, Love/Belonging, Esteem, Self-Actualization
What is the medical term for a sudden loss of consciousness caused by an insufficient blood supply to the brain, often resulting in a temporary disruption of brain function?
A) Stroke
B) Seizure
C) Syncope
D) Hypoglycemia
C. Syncope
In medical documentation, what does the abbreviation “NPO” typically indicate?
A) No Primary Observation
B) Nothing by Oral
C) Nil Per Os
D) Non-Painful Occurrence
C) Nil Per Os
Which abbreviation is commonly used to indicate that a medication should be administered immediately?
A) PRN
B) STAT
C) QID
D) BID
B) STAT
Which abbreviation commonly refers to a heart attack, characterized by a sudden interruption of blood flow to the heart muscle?
A) COPD
B) MI
C) UTI
D) CAD
B) MI (Myocardial Infarction)
In medical documentation, what does the abbreviation “AC” typically refer to?
A) After Care
B) Acute Condition
C) Before Meals
D) Active Care
C) Before Meals
What does the abbreviation “ad lib” indicate in healthcare settings?
A) Administered Liberally
B) Advanced Lipids
C) As Directed
D) As Desired
D) As Desired
What does the abbreviation “BRP” commonly indicate in healthcare documentation?
A) Bathroom Privileges
B) Bed Rest Protocol
C) Basic Rehabilitation Plan
D) Bowel Resection Procedure
A) Bathroom Privileges
