test 4 review

Question 1

what does force fluids (FF) mean?

Answer 1

to encourage the resident to drink more fluids

Question 2

Urinary drainage bags should be kept below the ? or ? at all times to prevent urine ? into the bladder & OFF OF THE ?

Answer 2

bladder, hip, backflow, floor

Question 3

If a person has a Foley catheter, the main goal is to prevent ? and ensure proper ? of urine while maintaining patient ? and catheter function.

Answer 3

infection, drainage, comfort

Question 4

Urine collection bags are attached to a ?, which is a tube that is inserted into the ?

Answer 4

catheter, bladder

Question 5

How can UTI’s be prevented:

Answer 5

wipe from front to back, proper fluid intake, offer bedpan or BR every 2 hours, take showers rather than baths

Question 6

urine abnormalities:

Answer 6

blood, smelly, cloudy, dark, often urination in small amounts

Question 7

Best position for using the bedpan

Answer 7

Semi-Fowler’s position (semi-sitting: 30-45 degree angle)

Question 8

The goal of bowel/bladder training programs is to help individuals regain ? over their bowel and bladder functions. These programs work by promoting regular ? patterns, increasing control over urgency, and reducing incontinence. By establishing a consistent ? and encouraging the body to empty at specific times, these programs aim to help individuals recognize and ? to the urge to use the bathroom.

Answer 8

control, elimination, routine, respond

Question 9

Observations to report regarding urination include changes in ?, ?, ?, amount, and the presence of pain, blood, or difficulty urinating. Any signs of incontinence, urinary retention, or changes in flow should also be promptly reported. ​

Answer 9

color, odor, frequency

Question 10

When assisting a male resident to use a urinal, the CNA should ideally position the head of the bed:

Answer 10

semi-Fowler’s

Question 11

factors that affect urine and bowel elimination include fluid intake, ? (especially fiber), ? activity, ?, ?, and emotional stress.

Answer 11

diet, physical, medications, age

Question 12

Factors that promote normal elimination include: adequate ?intake, a high-? diet, regular ? activity, responding to the urge to defecate promptly, maintaining a consistent bowel routine, managing ? levels, and avoiding excessive ? or alcohol consumption

Answer 12

fluid, fiber, physical, stress, caffeine

Question 13

The most important CNA task for someone with diarrhea is to ensure proper ?.

Answer 13

hydration

Question 14

Causes of constipation:

Answer 14

decreased fluid intake, poor diet, inactivity, medications, aging, disease, ignoring urge to defecate

Question 15

Where are urinals placed?

Answer 15

in between his legs w penis inside

Question 16

what are the 4 vital signs in order

Answer 16

temp, pulse, respirations, BP

Question 17

Temperature: Reflects the body’s ability to regulate ? and maintain a stable internal environment (?).
Pulse: Reflects the heart’s ability to pump ? effectively, indicating circulatory function and cardiac health.
?: Reflects the body’s ability to take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide, indicating respiratory function.
? ?: Reflects the force of blood against the artery walls, indicating circulatory and heart health.

Answer 17

heat, thermoregulation, blood, respirations, blood pressure

Question 18

? temp is most accurate
? temp is least accurate

Answer 18

rectal, axillary

Question 19

Temperature: Record the ? in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius, using a digital, electronic, temporal, tympanic, or mercury-free thermometer and noting the method used.
Pulse: Record the pulse rate in ? (BPM) , along with the rhythm and strength of the pulse.
Respiratory Rate: Record the number of ? per minute, noting the regularity and depth of breathing.
Blood Pressure: Record the ? and ? pressure in mmHg, noting the arm used and the position of the patient.

Answer 19

temperature, beats per minute, breaths, systolic, diastolic

Question 20

A person’s body temperature is typically higher in the ?

Answer 20

evening

Question 21

normal VS ranges:
temperature
pulse
respirations
BP

Answer 21

98.6, 60-100 bpm, 12-20 rpm, 120/80 (normal), 90/60 (hypotensive), 130/80 mmHg (Stage 1 hypertension), 140/90 mmHg or higher (Stage 2 hypertension)

Question 22

pulse sites:

Answer 22

radial, brachial, temporal, carotid, apical, femoral, popliteal, pedal

Question 23

When should respirations be counted?

Answer 23

15 seconds after pulse w/o patients knowledge

Question 24

Where is the BP cuff placed?

Answer 24

over brachial artery 1-1 1/2 in. above elbow

Question 25

Factors that can increase blood pressure include:

Answer 25

stress, physical activity, excessive salt intake, obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption, age, genetics, and certain medications

Question 26

best time to collect following specimens:
routine-
clean catch-
stool-
sputum-

Answer 26

anytime, morning, whenever client informs u they can defecate, early morning