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WorksheetsPractice MNA Exam (E)
Total questions: 75
Worksheet time: 1hrs 26mins
A pint of blood given intravenously should be recorded on an I & O record as
1 pint
30 mL
500 mL
1000 mL
A tube that is surgically inserted through the abdominal skin and into the stomach is a/an
enteral tube
nasogastric tube
gastrostomy tube
feeding pump
To begin a 24 hour urine specimen, ________
have the patient void at 8AM, discard the specimen, and start the test at 8 AM
have the patient void at 8 AM, save the specimen as the first urine, and start the test at 8 AM
have the patient void at 8 AM, discard the specimen, and the start the test the next time the patient voids
have the patient void at 8 AM, save the specimen, and start the test the next time the patient voids
How much urine should be sent to the laboratory for a routine urine specimen?
the entire amount voided by the patient
50 cubic centimeters (cc)
120 cubic centimeters (cc)
200 cubic centimeters (cc)
What position should be used for the administration of an enema?
Sims'
Knee-Chest
Prone
Fowler's
The amount of solution used for a soap-solution or tap-water enema is usually______
120 to 180 mL
500 to 750 mL
750 to 1000 mL
1000 to 1500 mL
While applying a jacket restraint
position the solid part of the jacket in the front
position the v-neck portion in the front
secure the ends of the straps with a square knot
make sure the restraint is tight and secure
All restraints must be removed
qhr x 15 minutes
q2hr x 10 minutes
once every 8 hours
once every 24 hours
A sore caused by pressure applied to an area that interferes with circulation
Contracture
Pressure Ulcer
Skin tear
Stoma
A special folding technique that secures linen under the mattress
mitered corner
alignment
binder
montgomery straps
Swelling due to an excessive accumulation of tissue fluid
enema
dehydration
contracture
impaction
A special device used to keep linen off of the patient's legs and feet
Binder
Montgomery straps
Bed cradle
catheter
A tightening or shortening of a muscle
contracture
impaction
alignment
edema
Another word for bowel movement, the discharge of waste through the rectum
impaction
defecation
micturition
dehydration
A hollow tube, usually made of rubber, used to drain urine from the bladder
enema
rectal tube
urinary drainage unit
catheter
Positioning body parts in relation to each other in order to maintain correct body posture
body mechanics
alignment
ergonomics
Sim's position
An opening on the abdominal wall created after a surgical procedure
stoma
skin tear
urinary drainage unit
abrasion
Emptying of the bladder
defecation
constipation
hemorrhage
micturate
An opening into the small intestine through which stool is expelled
colostomy
ileostomy
catheter
enema
An injection of fluid into the large intestine
suppository
stoma
colostomy
enema
A hard mass of fecal material lodged in the intestine or rectum
impaction
constipation
diarrhea
dehydration
A cone shaped object with a base material of cocoa butter or glycerine
rectal tube
catheter
montgomery straps
suppository
A device that is used to provide support and relief from pain following surgery
bed cradle
binder
rectal tube
urinary drainage unit
Which statement about depression is correct?
it does not occur in older persons
depression, aging, and some drug side effects have similar signs and symptoms
depression is uncommon in older persons
the person hallucinates and has attention problems
The nurse did a digital removal of an impaction. this means that the nurse
gave an enema
gave a suppository
used a lubricated, gloved finger to remove the impaction
applied an ostomy pouch
A resident is in traction. Which action is correct?
keep the weights on the floor, and do not remove traction devices
remove weights for complaints of pain or numbness
provide a regular bedpan for elimination
make the bed from the head of bed to the foot of the bed
Older people have difficulty seeing __________ colors.
red and green
blue and green
yellow and orange
purple and yellow
Which of the following are common signs of diabetes?
increased thirst and urination
hypotension and anorexia
circulatory disorders
blindness and renal failure
Entrapment within the hospital bed system is a risk. Serious injury and death have occurred from head, neck, and chest entrapment
True
False
A graduate is
a tube feeding
a measuring container for fluid
a tube inserted through the nose and into the stomach
giving nutrients through the gastro-intestinal system
The older person's ability to sense pain
increased
decreased
the same as a younger adult's
the same as a younger child's
A resident wants to attend religious services in the center's chapel. What should you do?
assist the person to the chapel
report the request to the nurse
check the person's care plan
ask why the person wants to attend
Bed rails are used
for all residents
according to the person's care plan
at night
whenever the person is in bed
You ask the person to urinate before a physical exam. Why is this necessary?
so the examiner can feel the abdominal organs
so the exam is not interrupted with the need to urinate
to obtain a urine specimen
to measure output
A resident complains of pain. Which will help you collect information about the person's pain?
ask if the pain is mild, moderate, or severe
ask the person if she or he is truly in pain or is just lonely
encourage the person to sleep instead so that the pain will not be present
give the person drugs to relieve the pain
The nurse assesses that a resident has pain. The nurse asks you to sit and talk to the person and play some music. These measures are intended to
distract the person
relax the person
use guided imagery
help the person sleep
Damage to the cerebral cortex can affect which of the following?
balance
reasoning
muscle weakness
coordination
Resident safety involves
decreasing the risk of accidents and injuries
preventing all injuries
limiting mobility
limiting independence
You are collecting a stool specimen. Which is correct?
transfer the expelled stool to the specimen container
have the person defecate into the specimen container
use a tongue blade to transfer 2 tablespoons of feces to the specimen container
ask the person to have a bowel movement at the time specified
Which systolic pressure should you report at once?
98
138
108
118
You need to move a resident up in bed. To prevent a work-related injury, you
raise the side rail
use a transfer belt
raise the bed for body mechanics
lower the bed to the floor
Bed rails can be considered restraints according to the OBRA and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
True
False
Oral hygiene does which of the following?
increases sleep
makes food taste worse
prevents cavities and periodontal disease
promotes the buildup of plaque and tartar
You are apart of the
Health team and the nursing team
board of trustees
case management team
prospective payment system
Which is not a physical need?
oxygen
food
water
closeness and affection
Which is the most common site taking a pulse?
the radial site
the apical site
the carotid site
the brachial site
The healthy adult has __________ respirations per minute.
10 - 14
12 - 18
12 - 20
15 - 30
You do not like a co-worker. You invite him to a party at your home. What defense mechanism are you using?
reaction formation
conversion
repression
displacement
The nurse asks you to strain a person's urine. To do this, you need
a midstream urine specimen
a 24 hour urine specimen
a strainer or gauze
elastic tape
The waxy substance secreted by glands in the ear is
cerumen
malleus
incus
cochlea
A physical restraint
allows a person access to all their body parts
restricts a person's freedom of movement
includes the addition of a sitter at the bedside
includes any drug that is used for discipline
A resident has AD. The person's care plan should include which of the following measures to promote sleep?
follow the person's bedtime rituals
keep the room dark at night
encourage the person to nap during the day
encourage caffeine during the day
Which is a cause of mental health disorders?
infection
immunizations
genetics
schizophrenia and anxiety
A resident had a stroke. The person's left side is paralyzed. Where should you place the call light?
on the person's left side
on the persons right side
wherever you can attach it
attached to the person's pillow
The act of walking is
trochanter
ambulation
orthosis
range of motion
You are going to assist with a physical exam. YOu can do which of the following?
collect supplies and equipment
explain the risks and benefits of the exam
explain to the person's roommate what will be done to the person
obtain the person's informed consent
Spastic means
a disability that occurs before 22 years of age
a chronic condition produced by temporary changes in the brain's electrical function
the uncontrolled contractions of skeletal muscles
the violent and sudden contractions of tremors of muscle groups
The nurse asks you to assist with suctioning. Before assisting, you need to review the procedure with the nurse.
True
False
A resident has an elastic bandage on the right leg. The bandage is loose and wrinkled. What should you do?
apply a new bandage
re-apply the bandage
remove the bandage for a few hours
secure the bandage with tape
You need to remove a resident's lower denture. You should you a(n)
gauze sponge
washcloth
orange stick
padded tongue blade
Which vitamin is needed for vision?
A
B1
B3
D
A resident has AD. She carries a small stuffed animal that is coming apart at the seams. What should you do?
ask the family to bring her a new one
take it from her so that it can be repaired
ask her why she carries it all the time
protect if from further damage
The following risk factors for coronary artery disease. Which can be controlled?
Age
Smoking
Gender
Race
An enlarged head is seen with
spina bifida occulta
meningocele
myelmeningocele
hydrocephalus
A resident wants a partial bath today. What should you do?
explain that the person needs a shower
assist as needed
let the person provide self care
check with the nurse
A resident had a transurethral resection of the prostate. Which of the following should be included in the person's care plan?
resume normal activity
restrict fluids to 1000mL each day
measures to prevent constipation
heavy lifting permitted if not strenuous
Which room temperature is required in nursing centers by OBRA?
60 - 66 degrees F
68 - 74 degrees F
71 - 81 degrees F
82 - 86 degrees F
Who starts and maintains oxygen therapy?
the doctor and nurse
the doctor and respiratory therapist
the nurse and respiratory therapist
the nurse and nursing assistant
Before entering a person's room, you should
get the person's attention
knock on the door and wait to be asked in
check to see if the person has visitors
check to see if the person is in the bathroom
Before rigor mortis sets in, the body is
cleaned and dressed
taken to the funeral home
positioned in normal alignment
placed in a body bag or in a shroud
Which hormone controls the amount of sugar in the blood?
the glucocorticoids
estrogen
thyroid hormone
insulin
Which is correct when removing clothing?
it is removed from the strong side first
it is removed from the weak side first
pullover garments are removed first
garments that open in the front are removed first
Hyperextension is
bending a body part
straightening a body part
excessive straightening of a body part
a brief loss of consciousness
Which is a common effect of a stroke (CVA)?
hemiplegia
quadriplegia
mask - like expression
sclerosis
Who decides which oxygen device to use?
the person
the doctor
the nurse
the respiratory therapist
