Nurse Aide and Orderly Unit 7, Modules 1-2

Multiple Choice

Animals have coverings on their bodies that help them survive in their environment. The human body is covered with skin. Skin protects the body and is part of the integumentary system. Find one of the main functions of skin in the integumentary system.

• changes food into simpler molecules

• brings oxygen to the lungs

• guards against infection

• Regulates hormone levels

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What are the functions of the integumentary system?

• Protect internal organs from injury

• Regulate body temperature

• Help with the production of Vitamin D

• Prevent the loss of too much water

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What is the primary function of the dermis in the skin?

• To provide insulation

• To produce sweat

• To house hair follicles and glands

• To protect against UV rays

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What is the primary function of the subcutaneous layer in the body?

• To provide structural support

• To store fat

• To protect against cold weather

• To produce sweat

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What are the changes in the skin due to aging?

• Decrease in fat and collagen

• Increase in skin elasticity

• Increase in oil production

• Thicker skin

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What type of burn is represented int his picture?

• First Degree Burn

• Second Degree Burn

• Third Degree Burn

• Fourth Degree Burn

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What is the first priority when caring for burn patients?

• Applying ice to the burn

• Putting out the burn

• Dressing the wound

• Applying ointment

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How should the CNA extinguish the burn?

• Ice Water

• Hot Water

• Room Temperature Water

• Butter

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What should be reported regarding the condition of burn patients?

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What are the two most important things for burn patients?

• Pain management

• Temperature regulation

• Fluid output

• Discharge Instructions

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What are the two categories of wounds?

• Closed and Open

• Internal and External

• Minor and Major

• Acute and Chronic

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What is the difference between an open and closed wound?

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What is a contusion commonly known as?

• A cut

• A bruise

• A hematoma

• A burn

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What is an abrasion?

• A type of cut

• A type of bruise

• A type of scrape

• A type of burn

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What is an incision?

• A cut caused by a sharp-edged object

• A type of wound caused by blunt force

• A surgical procedure

• A type of infection

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What is a puncture wound?

• A wound from a sharp object that causes a small hole in the tissues

• A wound caused by blunt force

• A wound that is superficial

• A wound that requires stitches

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What are the steps to treat an open wound?

• Stop the bleeding

• Clean the wound

• Apply dressings

• Report to the nurse

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What treatments are available for gangrene?

• Antibiotics

• Surgery

• Amputation

• All of the above

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What symptoms are associated with gangrene?

• Discoloration of skin

• Sores that do not heal

• Loss of feeling

• All of the above

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What are the common causes of gangrene?

• Burns

• Diabetes

• Injuries

• All of the above

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What does the term "dermatitis" mean?

• Inflammation of the skin

• A type of skin cancer

• A skin infection

• A skin allergy

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What are the common treatments for eczema?

• Steroid creams

• Antibiotics

• Moisturizers

• Antihistamines

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What are the two types of contact dermatitis mentioned in the image?

• Irritant dermatitis

• Allergic dermatitis

• Chemical dermatitis

• Skin dermatitis

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When someone has an allergy, their body thinks that something harmless is actually a pathogen.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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What are common causes of cellulitis?

• Surgical incisions

• Insect bites

• Cuts and rashes

• All of the above

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What are the characteristics of warts?

• A rough, hard bump

• Spongy-looking with red, yellow, brown or black spots

• Caused by a virus

• Blister or bruising in apperance

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What are the four types of skin cancer shown in the image?

• Basal Cell Carcinoma

• Malignant Melanoma

• Solar Keratosis

• Squamous Cell Carcinoma

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What does the letter 'D' in the ABCDE of melanoma signify?

• Diameter >6mm

• Depth

• Dullness

• Discoloration