Chapter 10

Question 1

Bariatrics

Answer 1

Branch of medicine that deals with the causes, prevention, and treatment of obesity

Question 2

Biorhythms

Answer 2

Natural rhythms or cycles related to bodily functions

Question 3

Circadian rhythms

Answer 3

The 24-hour day-night cycle

Question 4

Closed bed

Answer 4

Bed completely made with the bedspread and blankets in place

Question 5

Depressant

Answer 5

A substance that causes calmness and drowsiness

Question 6

Disposable

Answer 6

Only to be used and then disposed

Question 7

Draw sheet

Answer 7

An extra sheet placed on top of the bottom sheet; used for moving residents

Question 8

Incontinence

Answer 8

The inability to control the bladder or bowels, which leads to an involuntary loss of urine or feces

Question 9

Insomnia

Answer 9

The inability to fall asleep or remain asleep

Question 10

Occupied bed

Answer 10

A bed made while the person is in the bed

Question 11

Open bed

Answer 11

Bed made with linen folded down to the foot of the bed

Question 12

Parasomnias

Answer 12

Sleep disorders

Question 13

Sleep

Answer 13

Natural period of rest for the mind and body during which energy is restored

Question 14

Stimulant

Answer 14

A drug that increases or quickens actions of the body

Question 15

Surgical bed

Answer 15

Bed made so that a person can easily move onto it from a stretcher

Question 16

Unoccupied bed

Answer 16

A bed made while no person is in the bed

Question 17

Important points about sleep

Answer 17

The human body cannot survive fo long without sleep
Sleep is needed to replace old cells with new ones and provide energy to organs
Sleep promotes healing and healthy body functioning
Getting enough sleep helps decrease the risk of certain illnesses and disease
Sleep helps improve cognitive function and promotes emotional health

Question 18

For what reasons may a person develop sleep disorders?

Answer 18

Illness
Anxiety
Fear
Stress
Medication
Trouble breathing
Noise
Hunger
Thirst

Question 19

What is sleepwalking?

Answer 19

Somnambulism

Question 20

What is the type of sleep disorder, or parasomnia, that involves talking in your sleep?

Answer 20

Sleeptalking

Question 21

What is bruxism?

Answer 21

A sleep disorder that involves clenching the teeth during sleep

Question 22

What is a REM sleep behavior disorder?

Answer 22

A sleeping disorder that often involves talking along with violent movements during REM (dreaming) sleep

Question 23

What is sleep apnea?

Answer 23

The disruption of breathing while a person is sleeping

Question 24

What are the factors that may affect residents’ sleep?

Answer 24

Environment
Noise level and lighting
Problems with odors and inadequate ventilation
Temperature problems
Anxiety
Illness
Aging changes
Dietary habits
Medications, alcohol, and cigarettes

Question 25

What are the problems that can be caused by not sleeping well?

Answer 25

Decreased mental function
Reduced reaction time
Decreased immune system function
Irritability

Question 26

NAs must to what before entering a resident’s room?

Answer 26

Knock and wait for permission before entering a resident’s room

Question 27

What is the standard equipment in a resident’s room?

Answer 27

Bed
Bedside stand and dresser
Overbed table
Chair
Bath basin
Emesis basin
Bedpan
Urinal for males
Water pitcher and cup
Privacy screen or curtain
Call light

Question 28

What are the items typically found on the bedside stand?

Answer 28

Emesis basin
Bath basin
Urinal
Bedpan
Soap
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Comb and brush

Question 29

Personal articles are usually kept in the top drawer. Why must they be kept separate from basins, urinals, and bedpans?

Answer 29

Basins, urinals, and bedpans are not considered clean items. If they are kept with personal items, then they could contaminate the personal items.

Question 30

Why should overbed tables be kept clean?

Answer 30

They are used for meals and personal care.

Question 31

What must never be set on an overbed table?

Answer 31

Bedpans, urinals, and soiled linen.

Question 32

What is the disposable equipment found in facilities?

Answer 32

Cups
Tissues
Gloves
Paper gowns
Masks
Disposable razors
Pads

Question 33

Guidelines for residents’ units

Answer 33

1) Keep residents’ units neat and clean
2) Keep all call lights whiting resident’s reach
3) Straighten bed linens and remove crumbs before leaving the room
4) Re-stock resident supplies daily
5) Notify housekeeping department if bathroom needs cleaning
6) Check equipment to make sure it is working and not damaged
7) Refill water pitchers regularly
8) Remove anything that might cause odor or safety hazards
9) Report signs of insects or pests immediately
10) Leave residents’ personal items where you found them
11) After providing care, leave the unit neat and tidy

Question 34

Guidelines when cleaning a unit after a transfer, discharge, or death

Answer 34

1) Wash hands
2) Wear proper PPE
3) Make sure area is well-ventilated when using strong cleaning solutions
4) Remove and dispose of equipment and supplies carefully
5) Raise bed to safe working level and remove soiled linen. Make the bed.
6) Clean all other unit items and equipment as instructed
7) Report any damaged or broken furniture to the proper department
8) Remove PPE and was hands
9) Place new equipment and supplies in room for new resident

Question 35

Why is proper bed making important?

Answer 35

1) the resident will spend a great deal of time in bed
2) neat, well made beds help the resident sleep better
3) careful bedmaking prevents infection
4) A clean, neat, and dry bed helps prevent skin breakdown, odors, and promotes health

Question 36

List the types of beds used in facilities

Answer 36

1) electrical bed
2) beds with built-in weight scales
3) altering pressure mattresses
4) bariatric beds

Question 37

At what position should the beds be locked at while the residents are in them?

Answer 37

Their lowest position

Question 38

Guidelines for bedmaking

Answer 38

1) change bed linens when they are wet, soiled, or wrinkled
2) wash hands and use proper infection prevention methods. Wear gloves when removing soiled linens
3) Gather linen in order of placement on the bed
4) carry clean linen away from uniform
5) bring linen into one resident’s room at a time
6) never transfer linen from one room to another
7) place clean linen on a clean surface within reach
8) use proper body mechanics
9) look for personal items
10) roll dirty linen away from you
11) Do not shake linen
12) place used linen in proper container
13) make one side of bed first to save energy
14) keep beds free of wrinkles and crumbs
15) wash hands after handling linens