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WorksheetsCNA Review Past Experiences Set 1
Total questions: 41
Worksheet time: 21mins
What are some cardiovascular changes in the aged?
Decreased pulse
Decreased respiration
Increased pulse
Increased respiration
What do you do if there is an earthquake?
Stay calm
Take cover under heavy object
Check for injuries
Go inside if you are outside.
Most important members of the healthcare team.
Doctors
Nurses
Resident
Family
When would you not take a rectal temp?
Diarrhea
Rectal disorder
restles/agitated
Drank water in the last 30 minutes
What should you do in the event of abuse?
Notify supervisor
Call Missouri Division of Health Standards and Licensure
Tell the family
Tell your co-worker
What information should you give to the Missouri Division of Health Standards & Licensure?
Name, address of resident & facility
Nature of the abuse
name of person making report
name of perpetrator
Your home address
Who are NOT mandated reporters?
Nurse/CNA
Clergy
Teacher
Cashiers
Ways to prevent falls.
Wipe up spills stat
Lock wheels when transferring
change position slowly
apply well-fitting shoes
Unlock wheels when transferring
What are NOT safety measures related to smoking.
Only in supervised areas
no smoking or open flames around oxygen
post no smoking signs near oxygen
Make them go outside by themselves to smoke.
Restorative Care Goals include everything EXCEPT:
Keep resident function at highest level possible
Prevent dependence
Promote activity so muscle strength is not lost
Prepare for their next race
Goals of Hospice Care include everything EXCEPT:
Controlling pain
coordinate psychological, spiritual, social support services
Making legal, financial counseling available
conduct all activities with dignity & respect
Help the resident die faster
How are airborne diseases transmitted?
By dust particles & moisture in the air
Someone coughing on you.
Touching an object
By not wearing gloves
What transmission based precautions should you use with airborne precautions?
N95 or HEPA Mask
Keep door closed in special room
Gown & Gloves only if in contact with secretions
Blue paper mask
Example of an airborne disease EXCEPT:
Chicken Pox
Measles
TB
Influenza
What is the special corner called when making the bed?
Mitered
Box
Fitted
Tucked
Key points of denture care EXCEPT:
Handle with washcloth/paper towel to prevent slipping
towel or water in sink
store in hot water
label denture cup with res. name
Key points of bedmaking:
Make one side of bed first
don't shake linens
check for dentures & hearing aids
Make bed once a week
When should you make an occupied bed?
As part of the bed bath.
Every shift
Every week
When the resident goes down to the dining room.
Different names for TED hose:
Elasticized stockings
anti-embolism stockings
Panty Hose
Non-slip socks
Purpose of TED hose:
Reduce edema
Prevent blood clots in legs
Encourage edema
Prevents falls
Key points of TED hose EXCEPT:
Apply evenly & smoothly
Apply before resident gets out of bed
Hand wash
Apply only after bath
If resident wears TED hose 24 hours/day, should you ever remove them?
For 30 minutes with AM & PM cares
Leave them on 24 hours/day
Take them off at night
Take them off during the day
Viruses/bacteria are NOT spread in this way.
Direct/Indirect Contact
Droplet
Vehicle
Airborne
Exposed to sunlight
What are the reproductive cells called?
Sperm & Ovum
Hormones
Erythrocytes
Leukocytes
What side do you place the chair when transferring someone with a weak side?
Strong side
Weak side
Resident's preference
Stages of loss & grieving EXCEPT:
Denial
Anger
Bargaining
Depression
Self-Actualization
Purpose of a bed bath EXCEPT:
Promote cleanliness/comfort
stimulate circulation
observe condition of resident's body
relaxation
Inhibit circulation
How often should you bathe a resident?
Daily
At least twice a week
Every shift
Once a week
Factors that can lead to incontinence except:
Sphincter muscle weakens
over-medication
UTI
poor fluid intake
too much fiber
Hip Precautions include everything except:
Use abduction device or reaching device
Use raised seat
No bending >90 degrees
Cross legs at the knees
May powder or cornstarch be used during pressure ulcer care?
Only a light dusting
As much as possible
What can happen if too much powder or cornstarch is used?
It can cause skin irritation or caking.
It can replace the need to dry off
Only the charge nurse can apply powder.
What are SAFETY considerations of using powder?
Respiratory irritant
Slipping hazard
It can cause skin irritation
It can cause caking
How often should you shampoo?
Once a week or more often if necessary
Once a shift
Once a month
Only as ordered by the doctor
How do you brush a resident's hair AFTER tangles are removed?
From scalp to ends
From end to scalp
If hair is tangled, how do you brush it?
From scalp to ends
From ends to scalp
In which situation could you use a gait belt?
Colostomy
rib/vertebra fx
g-tube
abdominal surgery, aneurysm
NG tube
Key points of good body mechanics EXCEPT
Bend knees & lift with back
pivot
Bend knees & lift with legs
Carry objects close to you
Define abduction
Moving away from center (midline) of the body
Moving toward the center (midline) of the body
Define Adduction
Moving toward the center (midline) of the body
Moving away from center (midline) of the body
Define Eversion
a turning outward
a turning inward
