Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care Exam Questions and Correct Answers

A resident who has her head and shoulders elevated and is in a semi-sitting position (45 to 60 degrees) is in the: Fowler's position. One way a nursing assistant can help with normal changes of aging related to the integumentary system is to: Keep bed linens wrinkle-free. What is one way nursing assistants can assist residents with normal changes of aging related to the urinary system? NAs should offer frequent trips to the bathroom. Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system? It supplies food, oxygen, and other substances cells need. Respiration consists of: Inspiration and expiration. The respiratory system is made up of: Trachea, bronchi, lungs. Which of the following is part of using proper body mechanics? The nursing assistant should push when possible, rather than lifting. Which of the following statements is true of positioning? NAs should check residents' skin each time they are repositioned. How often should bed-bound residents be repositioned? At least every two hours. How often should residents in wheelchairs be repositioned? At least every hour. A resident who is lying flat on his back with his head and shoulders supported by a pillow is in the position. Supine position. A resident who is lying on either her left or her right side is in the: Lateral position. When using a transfer belt, the NA should: Place it over the resident's clothing. When transferring residents who have a strong side and a weak side, the NA should plan the move so that: The stronger side moves first. Dangling means: Sitting up with legs over side of bed.