Chapter 12 Review Flashcards
What can an overbed table be used for?
(A) Placement of dirty linens
(B) Placement of bedpans
(C) Placement of meals
(D) Placement of urinals
C) Placement of meals
How should a nursing assistant enter a resident’s room?
(A) Knock and wait for permission to enter if the resident is able to give permission
(B) Walk in if the door is open
(C) Say her name as she walks in
(D) Call the resident first to make sure she is alone
A) Knock and wait for permission to enter if the resident is able to give permission
Which of the following is a type of disposable equipment?
(A) An autoclave
(B) An electric razor
(C) A bedpan
(D) Gloves
D) Gloves
When leaving a resident’s room, a nursing assistant should
(A) Leave the call light within the resident’s reach
(B) Move the resident’s belongings
(C) Leave spills for the next shift
(D) Remind the resident not to call her again because she’ll be busy with other residents
A) Leave the call light within the resident’s reach
How can a nursing assistant help control odors in a facility?
(A) He can ask the resident to clean up if he soils his linens.
(B) He can clean up within an hour after episodes of incontinence.
(C) He can ask residents to use the toilets in the reception area instead of in their units.
(D) He can empty and clean bedpans promptly.
D) He can empty and clean bedpans promptly
Which of the following is true of sleep?
(A) The elderly usually goto sleep faster than other groups.
(B) The elderly are more able to tolerate sleep deprivation than other groups.
(C) Lack of sleep can cause decreased mental function.
(D) People can live in good health even without much sleep.
C) Lack of sleep can cause decreased mental function
Lack of sleep can cause
(A) Increased mental function
(B) Increased reaction time
(C) Increased immune system function
(D) Increased irritability
D) Increased Irritability
The bedside stand is used for
(A) Linen storage
(B) Serving meals
(C) Storing small items
(D) Storing valuables
C) Storing small items
What should be done with soiled bed linens?
(A) They should be shaken out to be sure none of the residents’ personal belongings are put in the wash.
(B) They should be rolled up with the dirty side in.
(C) They should be rolled up with the clean side in.
(D) They should be left in a pile outside the resident’s door for housekeeping to pick up.
B) They should be rolled up with the dirty side in
When should sheets be changed?
(A) Daily
(B) Twice a week
(C) Every other day
(D) When they are soiled, wrinkled, or damp
D) When they are soiled, wrinkled, or damp
According to OBRA, what temperature range must long-term care facilities maintain?
(A) 61°F-71°F
(B) 71°F-81°F
(C) 81°F-91°F
(D) 91°F-101°F
B) 71°F-81°F
Which of the following statements is true of linen?
(A) Linen should be carried close to the NA’s uniform.
(B) Linen should be shaken to remove wrinkles.
(C) Dirty linen should be removed by rolling it away from the NA.
(D) Linen can be taken from one resident’s room into another resident’s room
C) Dirty linen should be removed by rolling it away from the NA
Which of the following terms describes a bed that is completely made, with the bedspread and blankets in place?
(A) Closed bed
(B) Open bed
(C) Occupied bed
(D) Unoccupied bed
A) Closed Bed
In which type of environment do microorganisms thrive?
(A) Cool, dry environments
(B) Clean, cold environments
(C) Dry, hot environments
(D) Warm, moist environments
D) Warm, moist environments
Where should the call light be placed when a nursing assistant leaves a resident’s room?
(A) On the bedside table beside the telephone
(B) Next to the television remote
(C) Within the resident’s reach
(D) On a chair next to the resident’s bed
C) Within the resident’s reach
