Unit 3 NFP IC Safety & Emergency Management

You notice redness, swelling, foul smelling drainage from Mrs. Johnson's leg. What would you do?

• report observation immediately

• ask resident if she's in pain

• document observation in resident's medical record

• clean wound with soap & water

Which would be a contributing factor for increased risk of infection in the elderly?

• strong immune system

• low-sodium diet

• limited mobility

• increased circulation

Germs that start infections, illnesses, and diseases in the body are known as:

• bacteria

• microorganisms

• parasites

• pathogens

After taking a radial pulse, the nurse aide should wash his/her hands and

• leave the room

• provide comfort

• record the results

• apply clean gloves

Which aseptic techniques kills all mircoorganisms, including spores and viruses

• handwashing

• sterilization

• disinfection

• alcohol wipes

A nurse aide's range of function includes:

• changing a sterile dressing

• giving medication

• taking verbal orders from a physician

• reporting changes in patient's condition to the nurse

which is an external natural defense against microorganisms?

• flatus

• fingernails

• fever

• cilia

Individuals who harbor infectious organisms are called

• causative agents

• reservoirs

• hosts

• portals of entry

When bathing a resident, the water temperature should be

• 101 degrees Fahrenheit

• 105 degrees Fahrenheit

• 110 degrees Fahrenheit

• 115 degrees Fahrenheit

To prevent burns during bathing, the water temperature should first be verified by:

• the resident

• both the nurse aide and nurse

• the nurse aide

• both the nurse aide & resident