Chapter 23 Grooming Mrs. Vera's Class 2024-25

Front

Mr. James had a knee replacement surgery 4 days ago. He is on anticoagulation medication. What type of shaver will you use to assist him in shaving?

Back

An electric razor

Front

When providing grooming care for Mr. Williams' beard, which action would you NOT do?

Back

Trim the beard because you think it is messy.

Front

An anticoagulant medication is a medication that puts your patient at risk for: falls, bleeding, blood clots, decreased circulation

Back

bleeding

Front

Your patient need her hair washed and she cannot get out of bed. The nurse tells you to shampoo her hair in the bed. Which of these supplies will you need?

Back

A shampoo tray, shampoo, towels and a water pitcher

Front

When shampooing your patient's hair, how can you protect their eyes?

Back

Cover their eyes with a washcloth.

Front

You need to perform nail care on Mrs. Alto's hands and feet. She is a diabetic and has circulation problems in her feet. Which of the following is NOT the proper care for her? Soak her hands in warm soapy water for 40 minutes, Soak her feet for 50 minutes, report any skin changes or signs of infection at once.

Back

Cut her nails straight across then file them into shape

Front

What is the name of the piece of equipment you use to clean under a patient's nails?

Back

orangewood stick

Front

How long are fingernails soaked for when giving nail care?

Back

5-10 minutes

Front

Which of the following patient's nails can be trimmed by a CNA?
the diabetic patient,
the patient on anticoagulant meds,
the patient with an ingrown toe nail,
the patient with no circulation problems

Back

the patient with no circulation problems

Front

When using an electric shaver, which of the following is correct? clean and rinse the shaver before each use, wet the razor before shaving the skin, clean and store the razor after each use, apply shaving cream to face

Back

clean and store the razor after each use