Test #2 knowledge

Question 1

Supine

Answer 1

Laying on the back/spine

Question 2

Lateral

Answer 2

laying on either side

Question 3

Prone

Answer 3

Lying on stomach

Question 4

Fowler

Answer 4

Semi-sitting

Question 5

Sims

Answer 5

Lying on the left side with one leg drawn up

Question 6

Dangle

Answer 6

Sitting on the edge of the bed feet hanging off.

Question 7

Chain link 1

Answer 7

Causative
The microorganisms that cause the disease

Question 8

Chain link 2

Answer 8

Reservoir
where pathogens live and multiple

Question 9

Chain link 3

Answer 9

Portal of exit
An opening on an infected person that allows it to leave

Question 10

Chain link 4

Answer 10

Mode of transmission
How the pathogens travel

Question 11

Chain link 5

Answer 11

Portal of entry
A body opening on an uninfected person

Question 12

Susceptible host

Answer 12

When resistance to a disease decreases.

Question 13

when to use PPE

Answer 13

When going to handle blood, body fluids, diseases, etc.

Question 14

Two steps for an emergency

Answer 14

Assess the situation, and assess the victim.

Question 15

Difference between cardiac arrest and respiratory arrest.

Answer 15

Cardiac - Heart stops
Respiratory - Breathing stops

Question 16

How soon can brain damage occur when heart and breathing stops

Answer 16

after four to six mins

Question 17

Position to place when having a stroke

Answer 17

Supine - on back
if bleeding/vomiting then lateral - on the side

Question 18

Women are more likely to experience this during a myocardial infarction

Answer 18

chest pain and discomfort

Question 19

signs of diabetic ketoacidosis

Answer 19

headache, blurred vision, dry skin, flushed cheeks, nausea, short breath

Question 20

NA should do this during a seizure

Answer 20

lower the floor, call the nurse, move furniture, and note the times.

Question 21

Trasient Ischemic attack

Answer 21

Warning signs of a CVA or stroke, lack of oxygen in the brain

Question 22

Code blue

Answer 22

Cardiac arrest

Question 23

Examples of disasters

Answer 23

dire, flood, earthquake, hurricane, tornado

Question 24

Dorsal Recumbent

Answer 24

Flat on back, knees flexed, feet flat on bed.
Examine: breast, chest, abdomen, perineal

Question 25

Lithotomy

Answer 25

On back, hips at the edge of bed, feet flat on stirrups
Examine: Vagina

Question 26

Knee-Chest

Answer 26

Lying on abdomen, knees pulled toward, legs separated
Examine: rectum or vagina

Question 27

NA asks family members questions to find

Answer 27

personal preferences about the resident

Question 28

Why might transfer to a new room be difficult

Answer 28

change is hard

Question 29

When does responsibility end for a resident being discharged

Answer 29

Once they are in the vehicle and the door is safely closed behind them

Question 30

What should the scale be balanced at before weighing

Answer 30

0

Question 31

How many inches are in 5 feet

Answer 31

12 inches = 1 foot
60 inches = 5 feet

Question 32

What is the difference between clean and dirty

Answer 32

clean is not contaminated with pathogens and dirty is

Question 33

Sterilization

Answer 33

All microorganisms are gone and no pathogens

Question 34

Disinfection

Answer 34

almost all of the microorganisms are gone but not completely

Question 35

Why are the elderly at high risk?

Answer 35

Hospitalized more, less elastic skin, brittle bones, use of catheters.

Question 36

When working with body fluids, blood, or contamination

Answer 36

wear goggles and masks

Question 37

Functions that sleep performs

Answer 37

Replace old cells with new ones, restore energy to organs

Question 38

What is stored in a bedside stand

Answer 38

equipment, personal items in the top draw

Question 39

The overbed table is used for

Answer 39

used for food/personal care

Question 40

Disposable

Answer 40

It can be used only once

Question 41

Closed bed vs open bed

Answer 41

Closed = resident won’t be in it, completely made
Open = linens are pulled back and ready for resident

Question 42

When is a surgical bed made

Answer 42

when residents are being returned on a stretcher

Question 43

Type of stimulant that prevents residents from sleeping

Answer 43

Nicotine

Question 44

Type of depressant

Answer 44

cigarettes