CNA prep 4

Front

Which of the following statements is true of preventing falls? Clear walkways of clutter.

Back

Clear walkways of clutter.

Front

An example of a restraint alternative is: Tying the resident to the bed, Removing the resident’s call light, Leaving the resident alone for long periods of time, Giving the resident a repetitive task

Back

Giving the resident a repetitive task

Front

In which position should a resident be placed for eating? Options: Lying flat on his back, Reclining at a 45-degree angle, Sitting as upright as possible, Lying on his side with his arm propping up his head

Back

Sitting as upright as possible

Front

Why does working with oxygen require special safety precautions?

Back

Oxygen is a dangerous fire hazard.

Front

A sign that a stroke is occurring is

Back

the inability to speak or speak clearly

Front

What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?

Back

Dyspnea

Front

If a resident is in shock, a nursing assistant should elevate the legs unless the resident has a head or abdominal injury.

Back

Elevate the legs unless the resident has a head or abdominal injury.

Front

You are caring for 4 patients. Each are calling you. Which one would be your highest priority? Patient who is sitting talking to their family but needs their meal tray, Patient who is climbing out of bed about to fall., Patient who requested you paint her nails., Patient who has been incontinent in the bed.

Back

Patient who is climbing out of bed about to fall.

Front

NPO means

Back

nothing by mouth

Front

What is infection prevention?

Back

A set of methods used to prevent the spread of disease