In which of the following locations would a nursing assistant stand when assisting a
resident who has experienced a stroke to ambulate? - Correct Answers On the
resident's affected side
Which of the following is appropriate care for a resident who is agitated and talking
loudly? - Correct Answers Speak to the resident in a calm, comforting manner
Gloves are to be worn when performing which of the following activities? - Correct
Answers Performing peri-care
Which of the following is an example of neglect? - Correct Answers Applying a restraint
too tight
When a resident is dying, which sense is lost last? - Correct Answers Hearing
Which of the following is the first sign of a decubitus ulcer? - Correct Answers Redness
The nursing assistant demonstrates correct listening skills by which of the following
activities? - Correct Answers Leaning toward the resident and responding when
appropriate
Which of the following locations is the body temperature of a resident taken most often?
- Correct Answers Oral
Which of the following is performed to increase muscle strength and joint mobility of a
resident who is unable to voluntarily move his or her limbs? - Correct Answers Passive
range of motion exercises
When a resident is being transferred to a wheelchair by the nursing assistant, which of
the following is the position for the nursing assistant during the transfer? - Correct
Answers In front of the wheelchair
What is the first action of a nursing assistant before performing a procedure? - Correct
Answers Checking the resident's identification
Which muscles are injured most often when a nursing assistant does not use proper
body mechanics for a procedure? - Correct Answers Back muscles
Which of the following choices is not a safety precaution used for showering a resident?
- Correct Answers Leaving the resident unattended in the shower
Which of the following phrases best defines the term STAT? - Correct Answers
Immediately
, Which of the following is the most appropriate action of the nursing assistant when a
resident complains of chest pain? - Correct Answers Call for help immediately
A bed that is free of wrinkles is necessary to prevent which of the following
complications? - Correct Answers Pressure sore
In which of the following food groups is Vitamin D found? - Correct Answers Dairy
Which of the following is a true statement regarding religious beliefs? - Correct
Answers Residents have a right to practice their own religious beliefs
Which of the following choices is needed to communicate with a completely deaf
resident? - Correct Answers Pen and paper
The nurse administering the wrong medication to a resident is an example of which of
the following? - Correct Answers Malpractice
A nursing assistant threatening to restrain a resident is an example of which of the
following? - Correct Answers Assault
Select the appropriate equipment to use when giving mouth care to an unconscious
resident. - Correct Answers Soft toothette
Which of the following is a description of a stage one decubitus ulcer? - Correct
Answers Redness
Which of the following is the medical term for intestinal gas? - Correct Answers Flatus
Which of the following statements by a nursing assistant suggests that he or she has an
understanding of cultural awareness? - Correct Answers Care is planned to include a
resident's cultural needs
The nursing assistant is offered a $10 tip by a family member for taking good care of her
mother. Which of the following is the best course of action for the nursing assistant? -
Correct Answers Refuse to accept money
Which of the following is the best action of the nursing assistant when assisting a
resident with a.m. (morning) care to encourage independence? - Correct Answers
Allowing the resident to do as much as possible for himself or herself and then assisting
him or her with the rest of the a.m. care
It is appropriate for the nursing assistant to share resident information with all of the
following persons, except: - Correct Answers A member of the resident's church