What is one important reason why the bed should remain wrinkle-free? - ANSWERto help keep the skin
healthy and prevent pressure sores
What is the term for a device that replaces a missing body pat? - ANSWERprosthesis
To convert four ounces of water to milliters (ml or mL), the nurse assistant should multiply four by: -
ANSWER30
Which of the following healthcare settings is for people who will die in six months? - ANSWERhospice
Which of the following abbreviations means "nothing by mouth"? - ANSWERNPO
Exercises that put each joint through its full arc of motion are called: - ANSWERrange of motion
What is the medical term for high blood pressure? - ANSWERhypertension
What is a task that is outside the scope of practice for an NA? - ANSWERinserting tubes into a resident's
body
Standard Precautions should be practiced - ANSWERon every single person in your care
Which kind of care helps restore a resident to the highest level of functioning possible? -
ANSWERrehabilitation
, If an activity is not listed on the care plan, what is the responsibility of a NA? - ANSWERThe NA should
not perform the activity if it is not listed on the care plan.
Restraints can be applied: - ANSWERonly with a doctor's orders
Generally, the last sense to leave a dying person is the sense of - ANSWERhearing
What is a normal range of a blood pressure? - ANSWERvaries 119/75 is an example
Incontinence may be caused by: - ANSWERnervous system diseases
Standing with the legs shoulder-width apart is using - ANSWERgood body mechanics
Aftr an amputation, a resident may experience phantom sensation. Phantom sensation is - ANSWERpain
or sensation caused by remaining nerve endings
How should a fracture pan be positioned? - ANSWERwith the handle toward the foot of the bed
What does palliative care involve? - ANSWERpain relief and comfort
Nursing assistants do not usually perform procedures that require - ANSWERsterile technique
Insulin reaction can be caused by - ANSWERtoo little food
Which of the following is a requirement of OBRA? - ANSWERnursing assistants must have at least 75
hours of training