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Official exam review Flashcards

1
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The term for a device used to take place of a missing body part

A

Prosthesis

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2
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Which is the first stage of dying

A

Depression

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3
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To avoid pulling the catheter when turning the male resident, the catheter tube of the patient must be taped to what?

A

The upper leg

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4
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What is the correct order for recording a set of vital signs

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-Temperature
-Pulse
-Respiration
-Blood Pressure

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5
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A safety device used to assist a dependent resident from a bed to the wheelchair is called what?

A

Gait belt

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6
Q

Proper use of a waist restraint requires that the CNA to do what

A

Watch for skin irritation

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7
Q

While assisting a resident with denture care, the CNA observes the upper plate is cracked. What should the CNA do?

A

Report the damage to the charge nurse

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8
Q

The CNA is in the employee break room. Another group of CNAs are eating lunch together and begin discussing how rude a certain resident was acting. What should the CNA do?

A

Suggest that this is not the place to discuss the resident

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9
Q

How many tips does a quad cane have?

A

4

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10
Q

What is the role of the ombudsman?

A

Work with the nursing homes to protect the residents’ rights

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11
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If the CNA finds a resident that is sad and crying, what should the CNA do?

A

Ask the resident if something is wrong

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12
Q

To be sure that the resident’s weights is measured accurately, the resident should be weighed when?

A

At the same time each day

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13
Q

The best time to prepare for a disaster is when?

A

Before it happens

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14
Q

What would be the best way for the CNA to promote resident independence in bathing a resident who has had a stroke?

A

Encourage the resident to do as much as possible and assist them as needed

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15
Q

To prevent dehydration of the resident, the CNA should do what?

A

Offer fluids frequently while the resident is awake

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16
Q

The resident offers the CNA a $20 bill as a thank you for all the work that he/she has done. The CNA should do what?

A

Politely refuse the money

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17
Q

The normal aging process is BEST defined as the time when:

A

Normal body functions and senses decline

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18
Q

If the CNA needs to wear a gown to care for a resident in isolation, What MUST the CNA do?

A

Take the gown off before leaving the resident’s room

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19
Q

If the resident is sitting in a chair in his room masturbating, the CNA should do what?

A

Leave the resident alone and provide privacy

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20
Q

When getting ready to dress a resident, the CNA should do what?

A

Give the resident a choice of what to wear

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21
Q

The Heimlich Maneuver (abdominal thrust) is used for a resident who has:

A

A blocked airway

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22
Q

A new resident refuses to wear a clothing protector (bib) during mealtimes. What should the CNA do?

A

Respect the resident’s wishes

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23
Q

A CNA who is active in her church is assigned to care for a resident is not a member of any religious group. The CNA should do what?

A

Respect the resident’s beliefs and avoid starting religious discussions

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24
Q

The CNA enters a resident’s room and the resident states that he/she is in pain. What should the CNA do?

A

Report it to the charge nurse

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25
Q

In giving care according to the Resident’s Bill of Rights, the CNA should do what?

A

Provide privacy during the resident’s personal care

26
Q

The resident needs to be repositioned but is heavy and the CNA is not sure if he/she can move them without assistance. What should the CNA do?

A

Ask another CNA for help as much as possible

27
Q

When helping a resident who is recovering from a stroke to ambulate, where should the CNA assist?

A

On the resident’s weak side, slightly behind the resident

28
Q

The CNA is caring for a confused resident, how should the CNA talk to them?

A

Talk in a slow, calm, reassuring manner, make the resident comfortable, build trust

29
Q

It is appropriate for the CNA to share the information regarding the status with the resident with who?

A

The staff on the next shift which is called hand off

30
Q

When transferring a resident, most of the resident’s weight should be supported by the CNA’s what?

A

Legs, bend from the lower back, have the item patient near your body

31
Q

What is the process of restoring a disabled resident to the highest level of functioning as possible?

A

Rehabilitation

32
Q

How can the nurse aide BEST help the resident who is not accepting a loss?

A

Encourage the resident to speak out

33
Q

The CNA is asked by the confused resident what day is is. What should the CNA do?

A

Point to the date on the calendar and say the date

34
Q

A resident is upset and crying over the recent death of her husband. How should the CNA respond?

A

Sit with the resident and allow her to talk about her feelings

35
Q

The CNA notices that the resident’s mail has been delivered to the resident’s room. What should the CNA do?

A

Give the resident the unopened mail and offer help as needed

36
Q

To best communicate with a resident that is completely deaf, what should the CNA do?

A

Write out the information

37
Q

How do you convert 4 oz to mL?

A

The CNA should multiply 4 x 30ml

38
Q

How can a CNA assist residents with their spiritual needs?

A

Allowing the resident to talk about their beliefs

39
Q

All of the following situations are examples of abuse or neglect EXCEPT:

A

Restraining a resident according to a doctor’s order

40
Q

When a resident has a left- sided weakness, what part of the sweater is put on first?

A

Left sleeve

41
Q

Clean bed linen placed in a resident’s room but NOT used should be put where?

A

Put in the soiled linen container

42
Q

Which temperature is considered the MOST accurate?

A

Rectal

43
Q

To prevent the spread of infection, how should the CNA handle the soiled linen removed from the resident’s bed?

A

Put them in the soiled linen container

44
Q

BEFORE taking the oral temperature of a resident who has just finished a cold drink, how long should the CNA wait?

A

10-20 minutes

45
Q

The last sense a dying resident will lose is what?

A

Hearing

46
Q

What is the beginning sign of a pressure sore?

A

Discoloration

47
Q

Which of the following is the correct way to remove a dirty isolation gown?

A

Let it drop to the flood and step out of it

48
Q

If the resident says, “God is punishing me!” or “Why me?” How should the CNA respond?

A

Listen quietly

49
Q

The CNA can bed show that he/she is listening to the resident by:

A

Responding when appropriate

50
Q

Exercises that move each muscle and joint are called?

A

Range of motion

51
Q

When making an occupied bed, the CNA should:

A

Raise the side rail on the unattended side

52
Q

Why do we need to pad the side rails on the bed of the resident?

A

To protect the resident from injury

53
Q

Which of the following stages of dying is usually the final stage?

A

Acceptance

54
Q

The CNA finds a conscious resident lying on the bathroom floor. What is the first thing the CNA should do?

A

Call for assistance

55
Q

A resident wakes up in the middle of the night and asks to something to eat. What should the CNA do?

A

Check the patient’s diet card

56
Q

Which of the following is a correct measurement of urinary output?

A

milliliters (mL)

57
Q

If the CNA discovers a fire in the resident’s room, the FIRST thing to do is what?

A

Remove the resident near the fire area

58
Q

If the resident is confused, what should the CNA do?

A

Help the resident to recognize familiar things and people

59
Q

To communicate clearly with a resident who is hearing impaired, what should the CNA do?

A

Look directly at the resident when speaking to convey message

60
Q

The CNA must wear gloves when:

A

Doing peri-care to protect both resident and nurse assistant

61
Q

Residents have the right to:

A

Have access to a telephone as one of the resident’s rights

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