CNA Skills

What is the purpose of a bed cradle?

• prevents the sheets from coming in contact with the patient's skin.

• prevents the sheets from coming off the bed.

• prevents the patient from falling out of the bed

• prevents the covers from moving when the patient turns over in the bed.

All of the following are routine procedures when a pt is admitted to the hospital Except:

• obtain pt's weight

• obtain pt's vital signs

• obtain a routine urine specimen

• obtain a routine stool sample

What should be signed if a pt leaves without a Dr's order?

• HIPPA papers

• a AMA

• a DNR

• a living will

Positioning body parts in relation to each other to maintain correct body posture

• body mechanics

• ergonomics

• alignment

• micturate

To prevent pressure ulcers a pt should be turned every ___ hours

• 3

• 2

• 4

• 1/2

What stage pressure ulcer has a red or blue-gray discoloration that does not disappear after pressure has been relieved?

• Stage 1

• Stage 2

• Stage 3

• Stage 4

What stage pressure ulcer is a deep open crater with all layers of the skin destroyed?

• stage 1

• stage 2

• stage 3

• stage 4

What stage pressure ulcer is characterized by abrasions, bruises, and or open sores?

• stage 1

• stage 2

• stage 3

• stage 4

A tightening or shortening of a muscle usually caused by lack of movement or usage of the muscle

• decubitus ulcer

• pulled muscle

• pressure ulcer

• contracture

Ways to prevent foot drop:

• high top tennis shoes

• footboards

• ROM

• all to the above