Chapter 18 Review Flashcards

1
Q

How is scabies transmitted?

(A) Through droplets from an infected person
(B) Through direct contact with an infected person

(C) By breathing the same air as an infected person
(D) Through indirect contact with personal protective equipment

A

B

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  1. Which of the following statements is true of a closed wound?

(A) A puncture wound is an example of a closed wound.
(B) A closed wound has skin that is not intact
(C) A contusion (bruise) is an example of a closed wound.

(D) A surgical incision is an example of a closed wound.

A

C

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3
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  1. A common sign or symptom of eczema is

(A) Reddened skin
(B) Persistent coughing
(C) foul smelling sputum
(D) Cloudy urine

A

A

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  1. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune illness. With an autoimmune illness, the body’s ____ system attacks normal tissue.

(A) Immune
(B) Lymphatic
(C) Circulatory
(D) Endocrine

A

A

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Which of the following statements is true of osteoarthritis?

(A) The jaw and neck are usually affected.
(B) Pain and stiffness increase in cold, damp weather.
(C) Surgery is the first method of treatment for osteoarthritis.
(D) Antibiotics are usually the first type of medication used to treat osteoarthritis.

A

B

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Q

Osteoporosis causes

(A) Bones that can break easily
(B) Vision impairment
(C) Weakening of the immune system
(D) Problems with breathing

A

A

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  1. When helping a resident who has had a hip replacement get dressed, how should the nursing assistant begin?

(A) Start with the stronger side
(B) Start with the left side
(C) Start with the weaker side
(D) Start with the feet and move upward

A

C

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  1. Which of the following statements is true of casts?

(A) The NA should keep the cast wet or damp.
(B) The NA should place a wet cast on a hard surface.
(C) The NA should elevate an extremity that is in a cast
(D) The NA should use a long, angled scratcher when the resident needs to scratch the skin underneath the cast.

A

C

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  1. A(n) ____ stocking is a special stocking that can promote circulation after a knee replacement.

(A) Antiembolic
(B) Sheer
(C) Clotting
(D) Sleeve

A

A

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  1. After an amputation, a resident may experience phantom sensation. Phantom sensation is

(A) Not real
(B) Tingling or itching in the area where the limb was amputated
(C) An artificial body part
(D) The surgical removal of a body part due to disease or injury

A

B

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  1. Why is it important for the NA to let the nurse know if she is aware that a resident is taking herbal remedies?

(A) They may interact with the resident’s medications.
(B) They do not work.
(C) They will make the resident very sick.
(D) The nurse needs to set the dosage.

A

A

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When assisting residents who have had a stroke, the NA should

(A) Place food in the unaffected/stronger side of the resident’s mouth
(B) Place food in the affected/weaker side of the resident’s mouth
(C) Offer another bite of food before the resident has swallowed the last bite
(D) Encourage the resident to take large bites

A

A

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  1. Which of the following statements is true of how an NA should assist a resident with one* sided weakness after a stroke?

(A) The NA should lead with the weaker side.
(B) The NA should stand on the weaker side.
(C) The NA should use the terms bad or messed up so it is clear which side is the weaker side.
(D) The NA should not use a transfer belt dur­ing transfers.

A

B

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  1. Where should the NA stand when helping with ambulation for a resident who is recovering from a stroke?

(A) On either side, but very close to the resident
(B) On the resident’s stronger side
(C) On the resident’s weaker side
(D) A few feet in front of the resident

A

C

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14
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  1. Guidelines for caring for a resident with mul­tiple sclerosis include which of the following?

(A) Rushing the resident through tasks to help with decision-making skills
(B) Administering medications
(C) Preventing falls
(D) Encouraging the resident to speak faster to improve cognition

A

C

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15
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Which of the following is true of spinal cord injuries?

(A) Residents with spinal cord injuries will not be able to perform any self-care.
(B) Rehabilitation is not helpful with spinal cord injuries.
(C) The lower the injury, the greater the loss of function.
(D) The higher the injury, the greater the loss of function.

A

D

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16
Q

A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be repositioned at least every _ hours.

(A) 2
(B) 3
(C) 4
(D) 5

A

A

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17
Q

Parkinson’s disease typically causes

(A) A shuffling gait
(B) Extremely straight posture
(C) Memory loss
(D) Aggressive behavior

A

A

18
Q

The medical term for high blood pressure is

(A) Angina
(B) Atherosclerosis
(C) Pectoris
(D) Hypertension

A

D

19
Q

With Stage 1 hypertension, the systolic reading

(A) Can be detected just by looking at a person
(B) Cannot be treated with medication
(C) Is never a serious condition
(D) Is a measurement of 130-139 mm Hg

A

D

20
Q

Which of the following is helpful for a resident who has had a heart attack?

(A) High-cholesterol diet
(B) High-fat diet
(C) Regular exercise
(D) Cold temperatures

A

C

21
Q

The medical term for chest pain, pressure, or discomfort is

(A) Atherosclerosis
(B) Nitroglycerin
(C) Hypertension
(D) Angina

A

D

22
Q

Which of the following statements is true of congestive heart failure (CHF)?

(A) Residents may take medication that makes them urinate more often.
(B) Residents will usually have an order directing them to drink more fluids.
(C) The NA will administer nitroglycerin to relieve painful episodes.
(D) Residents with CHF will generally need to eat a diet high in sodium to eliminate swelling.

A

A

23
Q
  1. Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with

(A) Breathing
(B) Urination
(C) Losing weight
(D) Vision

A

A

24
Q

How should a resident with COPD be positioned?

(A) Flat on his back
(B) Sitting upright
(C) Lying on his stomach
(D) Lying on his side

A

B

25
Q

What time of day is best to collect a sputum specimen?

(A) Late evening
(B) Around lunchtime
(C) Early morning
(D) Right before bedtime

A

C

26
Q

Which of the following are symptoms com­monly experienced by people who have diabetes?

(A) Excessive thirst, extreme hunger, frequent urination
(B) Weight gain, poor appetite, leg swelling
(C) Diarrhea, hyperactivity, dark yellow urine
(D) Infrequent urination, swollen lymph nodes, excessive energy

A

A

27
Q

Which of the following statements is true of diabetes?

(A) To best conserve energy, people with dia­betes should skip meals when they are not hungry.
(B) People with diabetes must be very careful about what they eat.
(C) People with diabetes must avoid exercise so that they do not burn too much glucose.
(D) Monitoring a diabetic resident’s intake of protein is more important than monitoring his intake of carbohydrates.

A

B

28
Q

The most common form of diabetes is

(A) Type 1 diabetes
(B) Type 2 diabetes
(C) Prediabetes
(D) Gestational diabetes

A

B

29
Q

The best way for an NA to provide foot care for a resident with diabetes is to

(A) Cut the resident’s toenails to keep them short and clean
(B) Encourage the resident not to wear socks
(C) Make sure the resident is barefoot most of the time
(D) Observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation

A

D

30
Q

What kind of shoes are best for residents with diabetes to wear?

(A) Breathable shoes (leather, cotton, or canvas)
(B) Plastic shoes
(C) Pleather shoes
(D) Rubber shoes

A

D

31
Q

Sexually transmitted infections are passed through sexual contact. Sexual contact includes

(A) Deep kissing
(B) Contact of hands with the breasts
(C) Holding hands
(D) Contact of the mouth with the genitals

A

D

32
Q

Which of the following sexually transmitted infections (STls) cannot be cured?

(A) Chlamydia
(B) Gonorrhea
(C) Genital herpes
(D) Syphilis

A

C

33
Q

A resident with AIDS who has an infection of the mouth may need to eat food that is

(A) Spicy
(B) Soft
(C) Dry
(D) Hot

A

B

34
Q

A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should eat

(A) Small, frequent meals
(B) Quickly
(C) High-fat dairy products
(D) Spicy foods

A

A

35
Q

Which of the following is helpful for numb­ ness, tingling, and pain in the feet for a resi­dent who has AIDS?

(A) Wrapping the feet tightly in elastic bandages
(B) Wearing snug, firm slippers
(C) Tucking the sheet around the feet
(D) Wearing loose, soft slippers

A

D

36
Q

HIV can be transmitted by

(A) Telephones
(B) Toilets
(C) Hugs
(D) Blood

A

D

37
Q

The key treatment for malignant tumors of the skin, breast, bladder, colon, rectum, stomach, and muscle is

(A) Surgery
(B) Chemotherapy
(C) Radiation
(D) Herbal supplements

A

A

38
Q

Which of the following is the best way an NA can communicate with a resident who has cancer?

(A) The NA should insist that the resident tell the NA what he is going through.
(B) The NA should give the resident medical advice if the resident asks for it
(C) If the resident is worried, the NA should tell him, “It’ll all be fine!’
(D) The NA should listen to the resident if he feels like talking.

A

D

39
Q

Which of the following is helpful when provid­ ing skin care for a resident with cancer?

(A) Do not use lotion on dry, delicate skin.
(B) Do not offer backrubs.
(C) Avoid applying lotion to areas receiving radiation therapy.
(D) Avoid moving the resident at all.

A

C

40
Q

Which of the following would be the best response by the NA if a resident with cancer is experiencing pain?

(A) The NA should assist with comfort mea­sures, such as repositioning.
(B) The NA should encourage the resident by telling her that she has to be tougher to fight the cancer.
(C) The NA should make light of the pain and tell the resident to think about cheerful things.
(D) The NA should tell the resident to pray and God will take away her pain.

A

A

41
Q

What should an NA do when providing oral care for a resident with cancer?

(A) The NA should use a commercial mouth­ wash for rinsing.
(B) The NA should use a hard-bristled toothbrush.
(C) The NA should assist the resident with brushing regularly.
(D) The NA should avoid giving oral care or give limited oral care.

A

C

42
Q

What is the best response by an NA if he feels a resident or family member needs more sup­ port in dealing with a resident’s illness?

(A) The NA should speak to the nurse.
(B) The NA should tell the resident she needs to talk to a social worker.
(C) The NA should tell his coworkers the resi­dent is having a hard time and suggest they go cheer her up.
(D) The NA should tell the resident’s cler­gyperson that the resident needs a visit

A

A