CNA Member of the Health Care Team Quiz - NS

Authorizing another person to perform a specific nursing function is known as:

• delegation

• malpractice

• informed consent

• an intentional tort

A healthcare agency whose purpose is to meet the needs of individuals who are dying is known as a(n):

• nursing home

• assisted living center

• dementia unit

• hospice

The member of the healthcare team who is responsible for assessing and planning the nutritional needs of a client is the:

• podiatrist

• social worker

• physical therapist

• dietitian

The nurse aide recognizes that the purpose of client rounds is to:

• make sure that the assigned clients' rooms remain neat and tidy

• determine if the other members of the healthcare team are meeting the clients' needs

• assure the health and well-being of the assigned clients on a regular basis

• complete all daily documentation required for the assigned clients

The nurse has asked the nurse aide to perform a task. By accepting this task, the nurse aide agrees to:

• make a minimal number of mistakes

• be an expert at the task

• perform the task with safety

• get it done by the end of the day

The job focus of the nurse aide when working with clients in rehabilitation is to:

• ensure the client does everything for himself

• prevent decline in function and promote independence

• keep the client clean and dry

• ensure adequate nutrition

In a healthcare facility, all care given by registered nurses, licensed practical/vocational nurses, and nurse aides is ultimately supervised by the:

• American Medical Association

• state legislators

• director of nurses

• health unit coordinator

In nursing homes, the individual who is responsible for planning social and recreational programs is known as the:

• physician assistant

• activities director

• social worker

• nurse aide

A problem that has been identified by a state inspector at a nursing home is known as a:

• certificate

• deficiency

• diagnosis

• mistake

A nurse aide who has received specialized training in working with clients who are in need of rehabilitation is known as a:

• nursing home aide

• certified nurse aide

• restorative aide

• nursing assistant