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How many packets of thickener is needed for pudding consistency?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
C
A tablespoon has ___ teaspoons
three
Activities that make up personal care includes the following:
A. Peri care
B. Oral hygiene
C. All of the above
C.
Checking the care plan is not important when planning care for your patient
A. True
B. False
B
The types of bath include _____, _____, and _________.
Bed bath, shower, and whirlpool/tub bath
A/an ________ bed is made up with a resident in it.
A. occupied
B. unoccupied
A.
Give oral care
A. Before breakfast
B. At bedtime
C. Only when asked
D. Both a and b
D.
Shaving should be done in the resident's bedroom or bathroom
A. True
B. False
A
for a comfortable shave, shave downward over the neck and upward over the cheeks
A. True
B. False
B
_______ nails in warm water for a few minutes before cutting them
Soak
Special conditions requiring adaptive measures for patients include:
A. Diabetes
B. Paralyzed
C. Unconscious
D. All of the above
E. Both a and b only
D.
A ________ trims diabetic toenails
A. Pediatrician
B. Podiartrist
C. Licensed nurse
D. Both b and c
D
Safety razors can be recapped
A. True
B. False
B
Dispose of safety razors in the
A. Trash can
B. Dirty utility room
C. Sharps container
C
What should you do before you shave a resident with an electric razor?
Sanitize the head
Another word for bad breath is?
Halitosis
__________ is the sticky transparent bacterial film found on teeth
A. Gingivitis
B. Plaque
B. Plaque
The unconscious patient requires mouth care every __ hours
2
Mouthwash should be diluted _________ ratio of mouthwash and water
1:1
The first and final step that a CNA should do for a procedure
Handwashing
What do you do to prevent breakage of dentures when brushing them over a sink?
Put a towel in the sink
As a CNA you know that soaking dentures in a denture solution can take the place of daily brushing
A. True
B. False
B
Warping of dentures can be caused by storing them in hot water
A. True
B. False
A
A change in nail color may indicate an infection
A. True
B. False
A
Wearing gloves and ___ provide protection from injury and contamination
Goggles
When trimming toenails, you should cut them
A. In oval shape
B. Straight across
B
Nail care should be done
A. On a daily basis
B. On a monthly basis
C. If resident requests
D. As needed for each resident
D
You can trim a resident's hair as long as you have their permission
A. True
B. False
B
The following steps are included when giving a bed shampoo:
A. Gather your necessary equipment
B. Wash your hands
C. Put a cotton ball in each ear
D. All of the above
D
Which of the following are appropriate observations to make while giving hair care?
A. Corns and callouses
B. Halitosis
C. Sores and Dandruff
D. Tooth decay and plaque
C
The water temperature for a bed shampoo should be:
A. 110
B. 105
C. 95
B
To provide comfort for the resident when giving a bath or shampoo, room temperature should be:
A. 70-72
B. 75-80
C. 85-88
B
Peri area includes
A. Genital areas
B. Anal areas
C. Both
C
__________ refers to the skin folds that are on both sides of the urethra and vagina
A. Labia
B. Meatus
A
Peri care for the resident who has a catheter:
A. At least once each shift
B. After every BM
C. Both
C
Wash from back to front when doing peri-care
A. True
B. False
B
The hormone responsible for male sex characteristics is
A. Adrenalin
B. Estrogen
C. Progesterone
D. Testosterone
D
When preparing a resident for mealtime, you would include all of the following except:
A. Weigh every am
B. Assist them to wash their hands
C. Assist them to use the bathroom
D. Clean dentures and glasses and make sure residents have them in place
A
When feeding a resident you should be:
A. Standing beside the resident
B. Squatting beside the resident
C. Sitting in front of or beside the resident
D. None of the above
C
When feeding a resident, all of the following must be done except:
A. Warn resident when food is hot
B. No seasoning will be added to tray of a dependent resident
C. Allow sufficient time for chewing and swallowing
D. Tell the resident what each bite is
B
After a meal, all of the following should be done except:
A. Encourage activities
B. Assist resident with oral care
C. Lay all residents down for a nap immediately
D. Wash face and hands
C
Why is it easier for the paralyzed resident to choke?
A. They are not alert
B. Weak muscles that interfere with swallowing
C. They are usually sedated
D. They are sometimes confused
B
When assisting a paralyzed resident to eat the food should be placed where?
A. The paralyzed side of the mouth
B. In the middle of the mouth
C. To the back of the mouth
D. On the non paralyzed side of the mouth
D
How do you identify placement of food on a tray for a blind resident?
A. Placing his hands over the food as you tell him where it is
B. Let him guess
C. Use the clock method
D. Line food up in a row so he can eat one dish at a time
C
When caring for an unconscious or unresponsive resident you would:
A. Attempt to feed by placing small bites in the mouth
B. Do not give oral liquids or foods
C. Encourage the family to feed them
D. Give only oral liquids to aid in swallowing
B
How high is the head of the bed elevated if a resident has a naso-gastric tube?
A. 30 degrees at all times
B. 90 degrees at all times
C. 30 degrees while resident is being fed
D. 90 degrees while resident is in the supine position.
D
All of the following are examples of tube feedings except:
A. IV
B. Foley catheter
C. Gastrostomy tube
D. Nasogastric tube
B
The following are used to encourage self-help in eating except:
A. Plate guard
B. Nosey cup
C. Built up silverware
D. Having resident remove food cover and prepare tray
D
The process of taking food in and producing energy from it is called:
A. Digestion
B. Defecation
C. Nutrition
D. Residue
C
Indigestible fiber of fruits, veggies, and cereal which acts as a stimulant is:
A. Nutrient
B. Roughage
C. Digestion
D. Vitamin
B
Which nutrient has a main function to be stored as energy for later use:
A. Protein
B. Carbs
C. Fats
D. Vitamin
C
Which nutrient gives the body a source of immediate energy?
A. Protein
B. Carbs
C. Fiber
D. Roughage
B
Which of the following is responsible for the regulation of many body processes?
A. Vitamins and minerals
B. Protein
C. Fiber
D. Roughage
D
How many servings of bread and cereal should an adult have per day?
A. 2
B. 3-5
C. 4-6
D. 6-11
D
The resident on a regular diet can have which types of foods?
A. Anything they want
B. Limited amount of sugar and sweets
C. Diet high in protein and low in fats
D. Diet high in fiber
A
Which of the following is restricted on a clear liquid diet?
A. Jello
B. Tea
C. Clear broth
D. Milk
D
Diabetes is a chronic disease in which there is a deficiency of:
A. Sugar
B. Fats
C. Insulin
D. Vitamin
C
What main nutrient is controlled in a diabetic diet:
A. Fats
B. Carbs
C. Protein
D. Fiber
B
A low sodium diet would include:
A. A diet low in vitamins
B. Diet low in spices
C. Diet that eliminates salt added to foods
D. Diet that eliminates fiber
C
All of the following are vitamins except:
A. Potassium
B. Chloride
C. Iron
D. Sodium
D
Dehydration is:
A. Lack of water in kidneys
B. Loss of water from body
C. Chronic condition resulting from excessive fluid intake
D. Disease affecting the eyesight
B
What is used to prevent constipation?
A. Protein
B. Fiber
C. Fats
D. Carbs
B
All of the following are signs of edema except:
A. Decreased in weight
B. Weight gain
C. Swelling
D. Shortness of breath (Fluid in lungs)
A
How do the nutritional needs of the elderly differ from that of a middle age adult?
A. Decrease in nutrient amounts is needed
B. Less nutrients and calories
C. Increased need for protein
D. Same nutrient needs but fewer calories
D
What are the two non-nutrients?
A. Vitamins and water
B. Minerals and water
C. Water and fiber
D. Fiber and sodium
C
A container marked with lines for measuring liquids is called:
A. Cylinder
B. Graduate
C. Foley
D. Millimeter
B
All of the following are recorded as output except:
A. Vomitus
B. Perspiration
C. Diarrhea
D. Coffee for breakfast
D
All of the following fluids must be measured for fluid intake except:
A. Ice chips
B. Watermellon
C. Milk shakes
D. Jello
B
One fluid ounce is equal to ______ cc.
30cc
The following are considered nutrients except:
A. Fiber
B. Vitamins
C. Fats
D. Protein
A
The food pyramid suggests ____ servings of bread, cereal, and pasta groups
A. 3-5
B. 2-3
C. 6-11
D. 4-6
C
A renal diet is ordered for residents who have problems with:
A. Heart
B. Kidney
C. Eyes
D. Bowels
B
Low cholesterol diet is low in:
A. Sugar
B. Fats
C. Salt
D. Calories
B
Purposes for a backrub include all of the following except:
A. Reduce tension
B. Increase friction
C. Promote relaxation
D. Promote comfort
B
The water temperature for a bedbath should not exceed:
A. 105
B. 115
C. 100
B
Residents should be dressed with clean clothes:
A. After bathing
B. Anytime clothing is soiled
C. Both a and b
C
If a resident has a non-functioning side, dress the arm of:
A. The weak side first
B. The strong arm first
A
Self help aids for dressing includes:
A. Sock aid
B. Reacher
C. Dressing stick
D. All of the above
D
Elastic stockings are also called
A. TED hose
B. Anti-embolism stockings
C. Both
D
Elastic stockings should be washed with strong detergent to get rid of the smell and bacteria
A. True
B. False
B
A partial bedbath involves washing of the:
A. Genital area
B. Abdomen
C. Back
D. Feet
A
Oral hygiene, shaving, hair care, and nail care can be done during a bed bath if needed
A. True
B. False
A
Which part is washed first during a bedbath?
A. Cheeks
B. Forehead
C. Eyes
D. None
C
Which of these 2 parts of the body do you wash first during a bed bath?
A. Back
B. Feet
B
Linenes are usually changed when the bed bath is complete
A. True
B. False
A
Bath oil can be added to the water when giving a tub bath
A. True
B. False
B
If the resident becomes faint during a tub bath, a CNA should do the following except:
A. Call for help
B. Drain the water
C. Raise the head as much as possible
D. Cover the resident
C
Once a towel has been used to dry an area below the waist, it should not be used on any area above the waist
A. True
B. False
A
The temperature for the tub room should be kept at:
A. 90
B. 75-80
C. 85
B
The following steps are included in giving a tub bath:
A. Offering toileting before a tub bath
B. A shampoo maybe given as needed
C. Check water temperature on inner surface of forearm if thermometer is unavailable
D. All of the above
D
Observations to make during a shower except:
A. Redness
B. Rashes
C. Complaints of pain
D. Halitosis and plaque
D
The best working height when making beds is:
A. As low as possible
B. Knuckle height
C. As high as possible
B
The word used to describe the procedure for tucking the lower corner of the sheet, blanket and spread together:
A. Gathering
B. Miter
B
Aging process of the skin includes:
A. Hair grays due to loss of pigment
B. Nail becomes brittle
C. Production of oil increases
D. Both a and b
D
The main cause of bedsores is:
A. heat
B. Moisture
C. Pressure
C
A stage 1 pressure ulcer is characterized by a blister.
A. True
B. False
B
A stage 2 pressure ulcer is characterized by a deep crater
A. True
B. False
B
Massage over a bony prominence may be harmful to a resident's skin
A. True
B. False
A
Stage 4 is considered full thickness and may include tunneling:
A. True
B. False
A
How much larger should the opening of a colostomy appliance be for the stomach?
A. 1/8 in
B. 3/8 in
C. 1/2 in
D. 1 in
A
What would be an indication of an abnormal finding while doing colostomy care?
A. Leakage and odor
B. Normal stool and flatulence
C. Straw colored, clear and no odor
A
What is referred to as the filtering system of the body, the organ that forms urine?
A. Urethra
B. Colostomy
C. Ileostomy
D. Kidneys
D
To urinate at night is called _____
Nocturia
A blockage in the intestine is called
A. Bowel obstruction
B. Colostomy
C. Urostomy
D. Ileostomy
A
Another word for bowel movement is
A. Constipation
B. Impaction
C. Feces
C
What is one factor that can lead to urinary incontinence?
A. Partial bowel obstruction
B. Overmedication
C. Sphincter muscle gets stronger
D. Urge to urinate
B
Which of the following is a condition causing abnormal urinary elimination?
A. Retention
B. Constipation
C. High fiber diet
A
Factors that maintain normal bowel elimination are the following:
A. Fluids
B. High fiber diet
C. Activity and habit
D. All of the above
D
Nursing assistant responsibility with patients who are on Bowel and Bladdar retraining?
A. Providing adequate fluids
B. Offering a suppository or enema
C. Backrub
D. Digital removal of impacted stool
A
A related health problem of the digestive system:
A. High fiber diet
B. Impaction
C. Defecation
B
What is the color range for normal stool?
A. Yellow to orange
B. Gray to black
C. Light to dark brown
D. Red to tan
C
Define flatus:
A. Spare tire
B. Person who plays the flute
C. Wave like movements in the colon
D. Stomach full of gas
D
The creation of an artificial opening in the abdomen wall is called an:
A. Appendix
B. Sphincter
C. Colostomy
D. Bladder
C
How can a nursing assistant avoid UTI's?
A. Drink plenty of water
B. Wipe from front to back
C. Wash hand before and after all breaks
D. All of the above
D
The nurse assistant is responsible for which of the following duties concerning this resident's bowel function:
A. Administer laxative
B. Document all bowel movements
C. All of the above
C
Conditions that may cause abnormal bowel functions are:
A. Enema and laxative
B. Flatus and suppositories
C. Diarrhea and constipation
C
Frequency with normal bowel movements:
A. Three times daily to every other day
B. Varies from person to person
C. Both a and b
D. Daily
C
Nursing assistant responsibilities with regard to urinary elimination:
A. Assist resident to bathroom 2-3 hours while awake
B. Withhold fluid because poor sphincter tone
C. Provide daily peri-care by wiping back to front
A
indwelling foley catheter is _____.
A. Catheter placed in arm to administer medication
B. Tube between kidney and bladder
C. Sterile tube to drain urine from kidney
D. Sterile tube to drain urine from bladder
D
Proper location to place foley catheter drainage bag:
A. Below bladder
B. Doesnt matter just so it doesnt touch the floor
C. Above the level of the bladder
A
Texas catheters are used on
A. Female residents
B. Male residents
C. All incontinent residents
D. None of the above
B
Catheter bags should be placed below the level of the bladder because it operates on the principle of gravity:
A. True
B. False
A
The type of catheter that is inserted in an opening in the abdomen
A. Foley
B. Texas
C. Suprapubic
C
How often should a nurse assistant check the catheter bag for urine output?
A. At the end of shift
B. Every 4 hours
C. Every 2 hours
C
Some measures used to treat constipation:
A. Enema
B. Laxatives
C. Suppositories
D. All of the above
D
Accessory organs of the digestive system includes:
A. Stomach, large intestine, and small instestine
B. Liver, gall bladder, appendix
B
To void means to have bowel movements:
A. True
B. False
B
How do the nutritional needs of the elderly differ from that of a middle aged adult?
A. Decrease in nutrient amount needed
B. Less nutrients and calories
C. Increased need for protein
D. Same nutrient needs but fewer calories
D
Your patient, Mr. RD, was taken to the hospital after he fell and broke his L hip. While at the hospital, he underwent surgery for total hip replacement. After several weeks there, he comes back to the nursing home. You are one of his aides. His order reads: ambulate TID with assistance, ADL's with one assist, VS q shift and no weight bearing on affected leg.
As one of his caregivers, you are assigned to do all of the following EXCEPT:
A. You are going to help him with abulation twice a day.
B. You are to assist him with his activities of daily living
C. You are to check his vital signs one time during your shift
D. He can bear weight on the unaffected leg
A
As a certified nurses aide, you have learned that Mr. RD can
A. Cross his legs
B. Use an abduction pillow
C. Lean forward when needed
D. Raise his knee above the thigh
B
Vital signs include the following EXCEPT:
A. Temperature
B. Pulse
C. Respiration
D. Oxygen saturation level
D
Mr. Anderson, a resident talks to God about his terminal cancer. He promises to make peace with his estranged son if he is allowed to live:
Which stage of dying is Mr. Anderson going through?
A. Denial
B. Anger
C. Bargaining
D. Depression
C
One day he yells at Luke, blaming him for a lack of proper care. Luke tries to comfort him, not taking it personally because he realizes this is the _____ stage of dying:
A. Denial
B. Anger
C. Bargaining
D. Depression
B
After a few weeks, Mr. Anderson showed signs of renal failure. His family decided to apply for hospice care.
Hospice care is:
A. Ordered by a doctor when a person has 6 months or less to live
B. Not offered on Sundays
C. Focuses on curing the resident
D. Does not use a holistic approach
A
A resident eats one-helf of the sandwich, eats all of the salad, and drinks one quarter of the juice, what is the total percentage of food and drink consumed?
A. 40%
B. 45%
C. 41%
D. 50%
C
if this resident only is given clear broths and water due to diarrhea, this kind of diet is called:
A. Full liquid
B. Clear liquid
C. Bland
D. Full
B
For a snack the resident ate some butterscotch pudding from a 6 oz container. You measure the leftover pudding which is about 35 cc. How many cc's of pudding did this resident eat?
A. 150 cc
B. 140 cc
C. 145 cc
D. 155 cc
C???
Salads mainly provide ____ for the diet:
A. Water
B. Carbs
C. Roughage
D. Protein
C
Nursing Assistant Raeanne Jenkins notices that her resident james, who is recovering from a stroke, is having trouble communicating. He is beginning to get frustrated.
What is the best way to handle his frustration/
A. Raeanne tells him, "If it is easier, why dont you try nodding your head for yes and shaking your head for no
B. Raeanne tries to interpret what he wants to say after he says it.
C. Just tell James what to do, it saves time
D. Ask another nurse to take care of James
A
Examples of promoting a resident's dignity includes the following:
A. Hair care
B. Addressing them in a way they prefer
C. Good grooming
D. All of the above
D
New resident Suki Lee is having a hard time. She mostly cries in her room and refuses to participate in any of the activity. Nursing assistant Stewart Johnson stops by her room to take her blood pressure.
How should Steward approach the resident?
A. Tell her she is lucky to have him since he knows how to take care of overly emotional residents
B. Tell her he does not know why she is so sad
C. Tell her that she can talk to other old folks in the nursing home
D. Offer to listen to her if she wants to talk
D
Possible reasons for Suki's having a hard time are the following:
A. Fear of safety
B. Feelings of abandonment
C. Both a and b
D. None of the above
C
Suki's attending physician prescribed a mild anti-anxiety medicine for her. The nurse told you that Suki can have it at HS. You know that HS stands for:
A. In the morning
B. In the evening
C. At bedtime
D. Whenever she asks for it
C
Which is formatted correctly to spell Susan Metz, CNA to sign her name?
A. S. Metz
B. S. Metz, CNA
C. Susan Metz
D. Susan Metz, CNA
B
Mrs. Anderson is experiencing pain in her muscles and joints. Which of her body systems is affected?
A. Cardiovascular
B. Musculoskeletal
C. Endocrine
D. Respiratory
B
Which body system controls and coordinates all body activities?
A. Endocrine
B. Musculoskeletal
C. Nervous
D. Reproductive
B
Which of the following organs are found in the lymphatic system?
A. Larynx and lungs
B. Muscle and bone
C. Nose and Tongue
D. Tonils and Spleen
D
one of the nurse assistant's responsibilities is to:
A. Plan and assign nursing care
B. Assist with activities of daily living
C. Prepare and administer medications
D. Assume responsibilities for all team members
B
If a nurse assistant receives a complaint from a resident, the first person to report the complaint to is the:
A. Administrator
B. Charge nurse
C. Resident's family
D. Resident's physician
B
Which of the following is correct about a mercury manometer?
A. Dial is marked off from 10 to 400
B. Dial has measurements for each 5 pts
C. Small lines between lines represent two point intervals
D. View the dial with your eye above the top of the mercury colomn
C
Which of the following is correct about the use of a stethoscope in taking blood pressure?
A. Place thumb on diaphragm for support
B. Use fingers to hold diaphragm in place
C. Position for use with earpieces facing backwards
D. Place bell side of diaphragm on brachial pulse
B
Which of the following statements is correct about measuring BP?
A. Do not take BP on an arm with an IV
B. A noisey room isnt a problem when taking BP
C. Diastolic reading is the first sound you hear
D. Arm should be above the heart for an accurate reading
A
An example of a loss a resident may experience:
A. A lifetime experience
B. Spouse, friend, or pets
C. Spiritual values and concerns
D. Right to vote
B
Which of the following is considered Body Substance Precaution?
A. Wear gloves in contact with body fluids
B. Store lab specimens in frig containing food and drinks
C. Use label from Centers from Disease Control and Prevention to identify infections
D. Recap disposable razors and store in clean location
A
Example of cultural/ religious dietary restriction is:
A. Jewish Orthodox--cannot have meat and dairy at the same meal
B. Roman Catholics--eat no meat or shellfish during lent
C. Christian Scientists--cant have caffeine foods or dairy products
D. Moslem/Islamic--must have Kosher meat and fast during Ramadan
A
When resident is receiving an IV-feeding the nurse assistant should watch for:
A. Fatigue
B. Pain at the site
C. Shortness of breath
D. Thirst
B
When should oral hygiene be done?
every 2 hours for NPO, tube feeders, and unconscious residents
Resident in the shower chair should be placed:
A. Facing door of shower stall
B. As close as possible to the shower nozzle
C. Facing inside of shower stall
D. About 2 ft. from shower nozzle
A
Urinary incontinence may be caused by:
A. Overmedication
B. Blood in the urine
C. Burning sensation
D. Retention
A
Conditions that may cause abnormal urine elimination:
A. Bladder infection and constipation
B. incontinence and kidney infection
C. Excessive fluids and catheters
D. Voiding once daily and piles
B
When caring for residents with a bedpan, nurse assistant should:
A. Place it on the nightstand when not in use
B. Keep it on the floor between uses
C. Ensure that it is marked with resident's name
D. Empty once per shift
C
Conditions that may cause abnormal bowel functions are:
A. Bladder and kidney infections
B. Enemas and laxatives
C. Flatus and suppositories
D. Diarrhea and constipation
D
Responsibility of nurse assistant in helping resident's bladder retraining program is to:
A. offer foods containing fiber
B. Encourage exercise
C. Keep accurate I & O records
D. Order special fluids
C
Special measures for abnormal bowel functions include:
A. Ambulation
B. Bed rest
C. Colostomy
D. Active ADL's
C
CNA's responsibility in helping resident's with chronic bladdar incontinence is to:
A. Offer fluids once per shift
B. Set up a toileting schedule
C. Order suppositories
D. Provide extra fiber
B
Which position is correct:
A. Trunk of body bent--change position every 2 hours
B. Trunk of body straight--change position every 2 hours
C. Trunk of body bent--change position every 4 hours
D. Trunk of body stright--change position every 4 hours
B
Resident uses a can on:
A. Either side
B. Weaker side
C. Both sides
D. Strong side
D
When giving ROM exercises, the CNA should support the joint:
A. At joint with firm grip
B. Below the joint
C. Above and below the joint
D. Above the joint only
C
When should the CNA report resident's weight gain or loss?
A. Whenever resident requests
B. Before breakfast each day
C. Once per shift
D. If there's any change
D
Steps to take in case of a fire
R-Race/ Rescue
A-Alert
C-Contain the fire to the room or space of origin
E-Extinguish the fire
When giving postmortem care, the CNA should:
A. Perform procedure alone
B. Eleveate the HOB slightly to prevent discoloration of the face
C. Arrange legal and financial counseling
D. Be sure dentures stay in body
B
How many packets are needed for necter consistancy for thickened liquids:
1 packet
How many packets are needed for honey consistancy?
2
How many packets are needed for pudding consistancy?
3