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WorksheetsUnit 4 Test Review
Total questions: 70
Worksheet time: 1hrs 10mins
Which anatomical term means toward the midline of the body?
lateral
proximal
medial
posterior
A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should eat
small frequent meals
quickly
high-fat dairy products
spicy foods
Which anatomical term means the front of the body?
anterior
inferior
superior
posterior
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune illness. With an autoimmune illness, the body’s ______system attacks
normal tissue.
lymphatic
immune
circulatory
endocrine
Which of the following statements is true of the skin?
It feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure.
It becomes more elastic as a person ages
It is the chemical substance that is created by the body and controls body functions.
It becomes thicker as a person ages.
What should an NA do when providing oral care for a resident with cancer?
The NA should use a commercial mouthwash for rinsing.
The NA should use a hard-bristled toothbrush.
The NA should assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly.
The NA should avoid giving oral care or give limited oral care.
A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be repositioned at least every ___hours.
2
3
4
5
One way a nursing assistant can help with normal changes of aging related to the integumentary system is to
Withhold fluids so a resident will not go to the bathroom often
Clip toenails frequently
Keep sheets wrinkle-free
Rub lotion into red or irritated spots on the resident’s skin
Which of the following is true of muscles?
They provide movement of body parts.
Two muscles meet at a joint.
They produce toxins.
They prevent contractures from occurring.
All of the Above
How many bones are in the human body?
154
272
189
206
502
Guidelines for caring for a resident with multiple sclerosis include which of the following?
Rushing the resident through tasks to help with decision-making skills
Administering medications
Preventing falls
Encouraging the resident to speak faster to improve cognition
Homeostasis is
Abnormal changes in the body systems
The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best
The building block of the body
A group of cells that perform a similar task
When atrophy occurs
The muscle slowly becomes stronger
The muscle increases in size
The muscle remains the same size
The muscle decreases in size
Which of the following is a function of the nervous system?
It pumps blood throughout the body.
It helps the body take in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.
It senses and interprets information from outside the body.
It helps the body digest food.
Which of the following statements is true of how an NA should assist a resident with one-sided weakness after a stroke?
The NA should lead with the weaker side.
The NA should stand on the weaker side.
The NA should use the terms bad or messed up so it is clear which side is the weaker side.
The NA should not use a gait belt during transfers.
High blood pressure
Can be detected just by looking at a person
Cannot be treated with medication
Is never a serious condition
Is a measurement of 140/90 or higher
The eye and ear are part of which system?
nervous
integumentary
respiratory
circulatory
Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with
breathing
urination
losing weight
vision
Osteoporosis causes
Vision impairment
Bones that can break easily
Weakening of the immune system
Problems with breathing
Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system?
It senses and interprets information from the environment.
It supplies food, oxygen, and hormones to cells.
It controls and coordinates all body functions.
It allows humans to reproduce.
Respiration consists of
intake & output
inspiration & expiration
systole & diastole
dilation & contraction
Which of the following is helpful for a resident who has had a heart attack?
high cholesterol diet
high fat diet
regular exercise
cold temperatures
A(n) ___ stocking is a special stocking that can help with circulation after a knee replacement.
anti-embolic
sheer
clotting
sleeve
The respiratory system is made up of
Kidneys, ureters, urethra
Brain, spinal cord, nerves
Trachea, bronchi, lungs
Atria, ventricles, aorta
When helping a resident who has had a hip replacement get dressed, how should the nursing assistant (NA) begin? The NA should start with...
the stronger side
the left side
the weaker side
the feet & move upward
The best way for an NA to provide foot care for a diabetic resident is to
Cut the resident’s toenails to keep them short and clean
Encourage the resident not to wear socks
Make sure the resident is barefoot most of the time
Observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation
What is one good way a nursing assistant can assist residents with normal changes of aging related to the urinary system?
NAs should offer frequent trips to the bathroom.
NAs should withhold fluids to prevent incontinence.
NAs should keep residents from using the toilet too often.
NAs should make sure every resident wears incontinence briefs.
What does the abbreviation PWB stand for?
previously weakened bones
partial weight-bearing
patient's weight before breakfast
patient wants a bath
Which of the following are symptoms commonly experienced by people who have diabetes?
Excessive thirst, extreme hunger, frequent urination
Weight gain, poor appetite, leg swelling
Diarrhea, hyperactivity, dark yellow urine
Infrequent urination, swollen lymph nodes, excessive energy
Why are females more likely to have urinary tract infections than males?
Due to the different location of the meatus
Due to having a shorter urethra
Due to not filtering blood properly in the kidneys
Due to incontinence
A normal change of aging for the female reproductive system is
The continuation of menstruation
An increase in moisture of the vaginal walls
A weakening of the voice
A loss of calcium
Which of the following is true of spinal cord injuries?
Residents with spinal cord injuries will not be able to perform any self-care.
Rehabilitation is not helpful with spinal cord injuries.
The lower the injury, the greater the loss of function.
The higher the injury, the greater the loss of function.
The yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells is called
sperm
lymph
urine
blood
How should a resident with COPD be positioned?
flat on their back
sitting upright
lying on their stomach
lying on their side
How does the immune system protect the body from disease?
Through nonspecific and specific immunity
Through hormones
Through digestion and elimination
Through inspiration and expiration
Where should the NA stand when helping with ambulation for a resident who is recovering from a stroke?
On either side, but very close to the resident
On the resident’s stronger side
On the resident’s weaker side
A few feet in front of the resident
Parkinson’s disease typically causes
A shuffling gait
Extremely straight posture
Memory loss
Aggressive behavior
All of the Above
The medical term for high blood pressure is
angina pectoris
atherosclerosis
nitroglycerin
hypertension
hypotension
Which of the following statements is true of congestive heart failure (CHF)?
Residents may take medication that makes them urinate more often.
Residents will usually have a force fluids order directing them to drink more fluids.
The NA will administer nitroglycerin to relieve painful episodes.
Residents with CHF will generally need to eat a diet high in sodium to eliminate swelling.
How is glaucoma often treated?
With eye drops
By surgical removal of the optic nerve
With special eyeglasses
By reducing the amount of light in the room or area
What kind of shoes are best for diabetic residents to wear?
plastic
leather
pleather
rubber
Which of the following is helpful when providing skin care for a resident with cancer?
Do not use lotion on dry, delicate skin.
Do not offer backrubs.
Avoid applying lotion to areas receiving radiation therapy.
Avoid moving the resident at all.
Which of the following is helpful for numbness, tingling, and pain in the feet for a resident who has AIDS?
Wrapping the feet tightly in elastic bandages
Wearing snug, firm shoes
Tucking the sheet around the feet
Wearing loose slippers
What can a nursing assistant do to help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
Restrict fluids
Encourage baths, rather than showers
Wipe from front to back when giving perineal care
Ask the resident not to drink cranberry or blueberry juice
What can be done to help a resident who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
Serve spicy foods.
Ask the resident not to lie down for at least two to three hours after eating.
Serve the largest meal of the day at dinner.
Assist the resident to eat in a reclined position.
What happens when a cataract develops?
The lens of the eye disappears.
The lens of the eye becomes cloudy.
The lens of the eye stops functioning.
The lens of the eye becomes swollen.
Homeostasis is the name for the condition in which all of the body’s systems are working their best.
True
False
The skin feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure
True
False
Older people no longer need to exercise.
True
False
As a person ages, her joints become more flexible.
True
False
The nervous system is the message center of the body.
True
False
The eyes and ears are considered part of the nervous system.
True
False
Inspiration means breathing out.
True
False
Loss of lung strength is a normal change of aging for the respiratory system.
True
False
The urinary system maintains water balance in the body.
True
False
Digestion and elimination are two functions of the gastrointestinal system.
True
False
The more common and milder form of diabetes is type 1 diabetes.
True
False
The function of the reproductive system is to allow human beings to reproduce.
True
False
The immune system protects the body through nonspecific immunity and specific immunity.
True
False
Arthritis is a general term that refers to an inflammation, or swelling, of the joints
True
False
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to become stronger, making them less easily broken.
True
False
When a resident has had a hip fracture, the nursing assistant should dress him starting with the weaker side first.
True
False
Residents recovering from hip fractures should sit with their legs crossed.
True
False
Recovery time for knee replacements is usually shorter than for hip replacements.
True
False
When transferring a resident with one-sided weakness, the nursing assistant should lead with the stronger side.
True
False
A diagnosis of hypertension may be made when blood pressure consistently measures 120/80
True
False
Chest pain, pressure, or discomfort is also called angina pectoris
True
False
To prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs), a female resident should wipe from back to front
True
False
Ostomy bags should be emptied and cleaned once a week.
True
False
A small sore on the foot of someone with diabetes may not heal, which may require amputation.
True
False
