Module 1-8,12 Quiz Questions Flashcards
California Code of Regulations, Title 22 establishes:
A) Salary for certified Nurse Assistant’s.
B) Minimum standards of patient care.
C) The certified Nurse Assistant’s work schedule.
D) Maximum standards of patient care.
B) Minimum standards of patient care.
HIPAA refers to:
A) Hepatitis A.
B) Confidentiality.
C) Standard precautions.
D) Nutrition.
B) Confidentiality
Which of the following describes the minimum number of theory and clinical hours in a Nurse Assistant program approved by the California Department of Health Services?
A) 54 hours theory, 180 hours supervised clinical training.
B) 48 hours theory, 150 hours supervised clinical training.
C) 40 hours theory, 60 hours supervised clinical training.
D) 60 hours theory, 100 hours supervised clinical training.
D) 60 hours theory, 100 hours supervised clinical training.
The overall purpose of OBRA is to:
A) Set hours when clinical training may be done.
B) Improve quality of life for residents in nursing homes.
C) Keep safety records up to date.
D) Prevent injuries.
B) Improve quality of life for residents in nursing homes.
What is the maximum number of times that the State Competency Exam may be taken?
A) Once (1).
B) 3 times.
C) 5 times.
D) 10 times.
B) 3 times
A grievance is:
A) denial of service or treatment due to insurance
B) resident refusing to pay a bill
C) a for the resident fills out when they have a complaint
D) a complaint
D) a complaint
The purpose of a long-term care facility is to:
A) provide emergency care for the elderly
B) provide surgical care for the elderly.
C) provide care for persons who cannot care for themselves at home.
D) keep elderly people together and away from other age groups.
C) provide care for persons who cannot care for themselves at home.
Informed consent means that the:
A) the nurses makes some of the decisions for the resident.
B) the resident makes decisions based on full disclosure of procedures, benefits, and risks.
C) physician makes all the health care decisions for the resident.
D) the resident is old enough to sigh for treatment.
B) the resident makes decisions based on full disclosure of procedures, benefits, and risks.
The resident has been at home with his family all day. The nurse assistant notices new bruises on the resident’s back when he returns. The nurse assistant should:
A) Report the bruises to the licensed nurse.
B) Say nothing to the resident about the bruises.
C) Wait to see if it happens again.
D) Ask family members what happened the next time they visit.
A) Report the bruises to the licensed nurse
When a person is admitted to the long-term care facility, they have the right to:
A) Bring their pet with them.
B) Have their relatives stay overnight in their room.
C) Have personal items in their room.
D) Have the kitchen prepare food for them on their request.
C) Have personal items in their room.
Avoiding eye contact when talking to another person is an example of which type of communication?
A) Written
B) Non-verbal
C) Electronic
D) Verbal
B) Non-verbal
When residents express their feelings and concerns, the Nurse Assistant will best respond by:
A) Adding his or her opinions.
B) Listening to the resident’s concerns.
C) Sharing personal problems and concerns.
D) Giving the resident suggestions for feeling better.
B) Listening to the resident’s concerns
Which form of communication may reveal the most about a resident’s true feelings?
A) Listening skills.
B) Written communication.
C) Verbal communication
D) Body language.
D) Body language
A resident was moved out of her home and into a long-term care She is angry about being moved. How will the Nurse Assistant be most helpful for this resident?
A) Sit with her and let her express her feelings.
B) Ask another resident to talk with the new resident
C) Tell her that she will get used to the facility.
D) Ignore her behavior.
A) Sit with her and let her express her feelings
The Nurse Assistant is assigned to the care of a newly admitted resident who does not speak English What is the best approach for the Nurse Assistant when beginning care?
A) Use pictures and gestures to communicate with the resident.
B) Ask the charge nurse to get an interpreter.
C) Delay care until the family can come in to interpret.
D) Find a television station in the language the resident understands.
B) Ask the charge nurse to get an interpreter
Which of the following safety precautions should the Nurse Assistant recognize as one to be used when caring for residents who are receiving oxygen?
A) Smoking is allowed in the room five feet away from the source of oxygen.
B)The humidifying container should not be connected to nasal oxygen.
C) The nasal cannula or nose piece should be lubricated with petroleum jelly.
D) A “No Smoking: Oxygen in Use” sign is placed on the door of the room.
D) A “No Smoking: Oxygen in Use” sign is placed on the door of the room
To use a fire extinguisher, you must first:
A) Remove the safety pin.
B) Squeeze the top handle.
C) Direct the hose at the fire.
D) Sound the nearest fire alarm.
A) Remove the safety pin
When applying soft postural supports or soft restraints to a resident, the Nurse Assistant MUST:
A) Tie the postural supports to the side rails.
B) Apply the postural supports tightly.
C) Apply padding over bony areas.
D) Apply lotion to the skin.
C) Apply padding over bony areas.
Falls are most likely to occur:
A) When visitors are visiting.
B) When care is given.
C) During change of shift.
D) During meal times.
C) During change of shift
When applying postural supports (restraints) the Nurse Assistant should keep in mind that:
A) Unauthorized (unordered) use of restraints can result in accusation of “false imprisonment”.
B) Residents frequently become more calm, docile and compliant when restraints are used.
C) Registered nurses are allowed to order the use of restraints in long-term care facilities.
D) Careful use of restraints can decrease the need for direct patient care.
A) Unauthorized (unordered) use of restraints can result in accusation of “false imprisonment”
A resident has In the event of a seizure, the Nurse Assistant should:
A) Protect the resident from injury.
B) Call for help in order to restrain the resident’s movements.
C) Force the resident’s mouth open.
D) Leave the resident to summon help.
A) Protect the resident from injury
What procedure is done for a conscious choking resident?
A) Rescue breathing
B) Head tilt, chin lift
C) Abdominal thrusts
D) Chest compressions
C) Abdominal thrusts
DNR, Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney are examples of:
A) Advanced Directives.
B) Scope of Practice.
C) Boundaries of Care.
D) Nursing plan.
A) Advanced Directives
While ambulating Mrs. S, she has syncope. What should the Nurse Assistant do first?
A) Get Mrs. S a glass of water.
B) Take Mrs. S’s vital signs.
C) Go get help.
D) Assist Mrs. S to the floor.
D) Assist Mrs. S to the floor
Ms. Jones is showing the following signs and symptoms: dizziness, headache, weakness on his right side, and aphasia. What could be the cause?
A) Shock
B) CVA
C) Heart attack
D) Syncope
B) CVA
When the Nurse Assistant is moving a resident toward the head of the bed, they should remove:
A) The bed covers from the resident and fold at the end of the bed.
B) Any traction equipment that may be attached to the bed.
C) The foot cradle from the bed and place on floor.
D) The pillow from under the resident’s head and place it against the headboard.
D) The pillow from under the resident’s head and place it against the headboard
Before performing any task at the bedside, the Nurse Assistant should:
A) Move surrounding furniture away from the bed so the Nurse Assistant won’t bump into it.
B) Elevate the head of the bed so that the resident can observe what you are doing.
C) Lower the bed to the lowest position to prevent the patient from falling out of bed.
D) Elevate the bed to a comfortable position to help.
D) Elevate the bed to a comfortable position to help
Which of the following describes the prone position?
A) Lying on the abdomen with the head turned to one side.
B) Lying on the left side with the upper leg flexed.
C) Lying on the back with toes pointed toward the foot of the bed.
D) A semi-sitting position with knees flexed.
A) Lying on the abdomen with the head turned to one side
Mr. H has weakness on his right side. Where should you position the wheelchair?
A) At the head of the bed.
B) Next to the bed on his right side.
C) Next to the bed on his left side.
D) At the foot of the bed.
C) Next to the bed on his left side
The Nurse Assistant is ambulating a resident with a gait be If the resident begins to fall, the Nurse Assistant should:
A) Lower the resident into a chair.
B) Call out for assistance.
C) Gently lower the resident to the floor.
D) Hold the resident up.
C) Gently lower the resident to the floor
Hepatitis B is an example of a:
A) Bacteria
B) Protozao
C) Fungus
D) Virus
D) Virus
Washing hands in one way to prevent the spread of infectious agents through
A) Direct contact.
B) Food and water.
C) Droplet spread.
D) Airborne transmission.
A) Direct contact
The health worker can break the chain of infection:
A) At any link of the chain.
B) When a susceptible host exhibits the signs of infection.
C) Only with transmission based precautions.
D) Only at the portal of exit.
A) At any link of the chain
Asepsis means:
A) Being free of disease-producing microbes.
B) Clean technique.
C) An infection acquired after admission to a health care agency.
D) The process of destroying pathogens.
B) Clean technique
Which of the following is an example of contamination?
A) Carrying linen away from the uniform.
B) Touching the inside of the sink.
C) Using paper towel to turn off the faucet.
D) Turning gloves inside out when removing them
B) Touching the inside of the sink
Before assisting a resident onto the scale, to get an accurate weight, you should make sure ________________
A) the scale is balanced at zero.
B) you place a paper towel on the platform
C) the patient’s back is toward the scale.
D) the patient is bare foot.
A) the scale is balanced at zero
When measuring the height of a resident who is severely contracted, the best technique would be to use
A) standing scale
B) wheelchair scale
C) measuring tape to measure the person’s height in segments
D) mechanical lift
C) measuring tape to measure the person’s height in segments
A resident is to be repositioned at 6:00 pm. Using military time, the Nurse Assistant repositions the resident at:
A) 0600
B) 1200
C) 1800
D) 2100
C) 1800
The clock shows 10:32 am. In 24-hour clock time, this is:
A) 10:32
B) 1032
C) 2032
D) 2232
B) 1032
What would be the correct military time if the clock reads 3:00 pm. in Greenwich time:
A) 1200
B) 1500
C) 1600
D) 0300
B) 1500
When bathing a resident, the Nurse Assistant sees a swelling around the knee that is tender to The Nurse Assistant should:
A) Avoid washing the sensitive area during the bath.
B) Apply a warm wet washcloth to the knee.
C) Report this observation to the nurse.
D) Remind the resident not to ambulate without assistance.
C) Report this observation to the nurse
In preparing the bath for the dependent resident, the Nurse Assistant should:
A) Fill the tub with no more than two inches of water.
B) Make sure that the water temperature is at least 120° F.
C) Adjust the water temperature to 105° F.
D) Position the resident in the tub before adding water.
C) Adjust the water temperature to 105° F
When bathing a dependent resident, the Nurse Assistant should:
A) Leave the room at intervals to encourage the resident to bathe on his own.
B) Rinse off all soap completely and dry the skin thoroughly.
C) Rub the skin vigorously to stimulate circulation.
D) Apply soap to all areas before rinsing with fresh water.
B) Rinse off all soap completely and dry the skin thoroughly
In a complete bed bath, the water is changed:
A) At the completion of the bath.
B) After each body area is washed.
C) After the front surfaces of the body are washed.
D) Whenever the water becomes soapy or cool.
D) Whenever the water becomes soapy or cool
Oral hygiene should be done:
A) After each meal and at bedtime.
B) After breakfast and after last meal or snack of the day
C) Before and after each meal.
D) Before and after meals or snacks.
A) After each meal and at bedtime
In what position should an unconscious resident be placed when performing oral care?
A) Lateral (side-lying, head to side) position.
B) Prone (on the stomach) position.
C) Supine (on the back) position.
D) Standing position.
A) Lateral (side-lying, head to side position
When performing hair care for a resident, the Nurse Assistant should:
A) Comb it into a new style each day.
B) Style it according to the resident’s wishes.
C) Apply hair oil to reduce static.
D) Wait until family comes in.
B) Style it according to the resident’s wishes
Before combing or brushing a resident’s hair, the Nurse Assistant should:
A) Put on gloves.
B) Wet the hair with a spray bottle.
C) Place the resident’s comb and brush in a disinfectant solution.
D) Place a towel over the resident’s shoulders.
D) Place a towel over the resident’s shoulders
A medicinal shampoo generally requires:
A) That the shampoo is left in the hair for a period of time before rinsing it out.
B) That the medicinal solution is left in the hair without rinsing it out.
C) Rinsing the hair with disinfectant solution.
D) That the nurse perform the procedure rather than a Nurse Assistant.
A) That the shampoo is left in the hair for a period of time before rinsing it out
A general rule for dressing a resident who is paralyzed or injured is:
A) Dress the affected side first and undress it last
B) Dress the affected side last and undress it first.
C) Have clothing split and snaps applied for easy dressing
D) Avoid dressing the affected side.
A) Dress the affected side first and undress it last
When preparing to shave a resident, the Nurse Assistant should soften the resident’s facial hair by using:
A) A cold towel.
B) Lotion.
C) Alcohol.
D) A warm towel.
D) A warm towel
When bathing a resident, a Nurse Assistant should observe:
A) Body size.
B) Body tone.
C) Skin condition.
D) Amount of body fat.
C) Skin condition
When putting in dentures, it is important to:
A) Dry the dentures.
B) Wet the dentures.
C) Rinse with alcohol.
D) Dry the mouth.
B) Wet the dentures
When preparing to bathe a resident, the Nurse Assistant should provide privacy curtains:
A) Immediately after entering the room.
B) After washing the resident’s face.
C) After completing the bath.
D) Before beginning the bath.
D) Before beginning the bath
The Nurse Assistant is putting a pair of pants on a resident who cannot sit up because of weakness. The Nurse Assistant should slip both feet into the legs of the pants and then:
A) Ask the resident to bend his knees and raise his buttocks as the Nurse Assistant pulls the pants up to his waist.
B) Attempt to sit the resident on the side of the bed and pull pants up toward the waist.
C) Pull the top of the pants under the buttocks up the waist with the resident flat on his back.
D) Assist the resident to roll from side to side as the Nurse Assistant pulls the pants up to the waist.
D) Assist the resident to roll from side to side as the Nurse Assistant pulls the pants up to the waist.
The Nurse Assistant is checking the resident’s body for signs of pressure Which of the following areas are more likely to be affected?
A) Bony areas such as shoulder blades, elbows, heels, and knees.
B) The abdomen and breasts.
C) Thicker areas such as thighs and upper arms.
D) The genital area.
A) Bony areas such as shoulder blades, elbows, heels, and knees.
Which of the following might the Nurse Assistant do to keep a resident from being incontinent of urine?
A) Offer the resident the toilet, bedpan or urinal at regular intervals.
B) Leave a bedpan under the resident.
C) Tell the resident not to drink as much water.
D) Tell the resident that he will be assisted to the bathroom every four hours.
A) Offer the resident the toilet, bedpan or urinal at regular intervals
When caring for a resident with dry skin, the Nurse Assistant should use:
A) Hot water.
B) Soap.
C) Lotion.
D) Talcum powder.
C) Lotion
When providing a bedpan for a resident, the Nurse Assistant should always:
A) Allow privacy while the resident is using the bedpan
B) Use the same size bedpan for all residents.
C) Place the open end of the bedpan toward the resident’s back.
D) Wait until the resident asks for a bedpan before giving one.
A) Allow privacy while the resident is using the bedpan
1 Ounce
30 cc
1 Cup= 8 oz
240 cc
1 Pint
500 cc
1 Quart
1000 cc = 1 liter
1 Teaspoon
5 cc
1 Tablespoon
15 cc
