Certified Nurse Aide Sem A: Unit 1 review

Which of the following actions display effective communication? (check all that apply)

A nurse aide has a client who is nearly 80 years old and has difficulty in hearing. So, she has to

• use sign language

• speak slowly and clearly

• enlist an interpreter

• ask the client for feedback

• repeat everything that she said

The nurse aide explains the procedure, along with its pros and cons. she is tempted to explain it just once because she believes Asian Americans are intelligent. She feels this will save time.

Identify the barrier and corrective action that the nurse aide should follow.

• explain the procedure as many times as it takes for the client to understand

• cultural

• explain the procedure while the dentist performs the treatment, and give additional information if the client requests it afterward

• stereotype

How should a nurse aide communicate with a visually impaired client?

• Use nonverbal cues, such as gestures.

• Speak clearly and describe the procedure.

• Use an interpreter to communicate.

• Communicate with a family member.

What should healthcare professionals do when discussing the client’s condition with other healthcare professionals?

• Use simple language.

• Use pictures.

• Use medical terminology.

• Use an interpreter.

The nurse passes on as much information as possible

and shares all relevant charts and graphs related

to the problem.

• the doctor

• client with hearing impairment

• client's Father

The nurse aide explains in simple words what the

problem is. She also discusses the course of action

that the client must take post discharge.

• the doctor

• client with hearing impairment

• client's Father

The nurse aide explains the steps of the test before

it happens and also pauses to allow the client to

comprehend on what is being done.

• the doctor

• client with hearing impairment

• client's Father

The first healthcare professional’s newest client is a teenager. The young woman’s hemoglobin is very low, and she is anemic. The professional tells her to include dried fruit and vegetables in her diet and advises her to avoid drinks such as tea and coffee because they will prevent her body from absorbing iron. the first professional is a

• dietitian

• endocrinologist

• physical therapist

The second healthcare professional works at a big hospital. He fills each client’s prescription. He advises them on how to take their medicines. He also gives them information about possible side effects or reactions. He also makes sure that new medicines do not clash with any medicines the client may already be taking. The second professional is a:

• psychiatrist

• urologist

• pharmacist

A client was in a serious car accident. He injured both his legs, and now he is slowly recovering. According to the doctors, he should be able to recover fully with time. However, the client feels very depressed because he can’t help feeling he will never walk again. In addition, he has nightmares about the accident that are causing him to lose sleep. The client may need to see a ______, who will _______.

• researcher

• psychologist

• work on strengthening his leg muscles

• help him deal with his emotions and feelings about the accident