Unit 25 Textbook #1-40 (28) Flashcards
T/F Store dentures in an antiseptic solution.
False
T/F Backrubs should be routinely given as part of the bath procedure.
True
T/F A padded footboard is one method of preventing foot drop.
True
T/F Routine oral hygiene should be carried out one or more times daily.
True
T/F Proper oral hygiene helps prevent tooth decay.
True
T/F Store the denture cup on the back of the sink
False
T/F Patients who have no teeth and no dentures require regular oral hygiene.
True
T/F When giving P.M. care, tighten the bottom sheet and straighten the top linens.
True
T/F Wear gloves when giving oral care.
True
T/F The unconscious patient needs no oral care because they are not eating.
False
After P.M. care, the bed should be left with the backrest in what position?
Down
What kind of care should be given before sleep medication is administered?
P.M. care
Patients are to not be awakened early if they are having what kind of procedure performed?
Surgery
You should wake up early in the morning before what event?
Breakfast
What kind of patients should be given special mouth care?
One who has a nasogastric tube
How do you warm up lotion before giving a back rub?
Soak it in a basin of warm water
What is the fracture bed pan used for?
Persons who cannot elevate their hips.
What are bed boards used for?
Patients with back problems
Mr. Hernandez has tremors in his hand and cannot shave himself. He has a heavy growth of facial hair. The assignment sheet lists “daily shave” as a nursing assistant you should:
Shave the patient as part of ADL care
The patient’s hair is very tangled. The nursing assistant should:
Apply alcohol or oil to the tangled area to make it easier to remove.
Daily haircare is important for what?
Maintaining self-esteem
What is Feces?
Solid waste that may also be called stool
When a patient is bedfast, solid waste elimination is usually done by using what device?
Bedpan
What is foot drop
A type of contracture
Your Patient, Mrs. Ubanan, has a history of heavy smoking and breathes enough through her mouth. She has plastic dentures and her care plan indicates that she needs assistance with denture care.
State 2 reasons special oral hygiene had been ordered for Mrs. Ubanan?
A. Breaths through the mouth
B. Dentures
Your Patient, Mrs. Ubanan, has a history of heavy smoking and breathes enough through her mouth. She has plastic dentures and her care plan indicates that she needs assistance with denture care.
Should you wear gloves when removing dentures?
Yes
Your Patient, Mrs. Ubanan, has a history of heavy smoking and breathes enough through her mouth. She has plastic dentures and her care plan indicates that she needs assistance with denture care.
Will you clean the dentures in cool or hot water?
Cool
