CNA Chapter 4

Why are females more likely to have urinary tract infections than males? (A) Due to the different location of the meatus (B) Due to having a shorter urethra (C) Due to not filtering blood properly in the kidneys (D) Due to incontinence

(B) Due to having a shorter urethra

A resident with a head or spinal cord injury should be repositioned at least every ___hours. (A) 2 (B) 3 (C) 4 (D) 5

(A) 2

Parkinson's disease typically causes (A) A shuffling gait (B) Extremely straight posture (C) Memory loss (D) Aggressive behavior

(A) A shuffling gait

Which anatomical term means the front of the body? (A) Anterior (B) Inferior (C) Superior (D) Posterior

(A) Anterior

A(n) ___ stocking is a special stocking that can help with circulation after a knee replacement. (A) Anti-embolic (B) Sheer (C) Clotting (D) Sleeve

(A) Anti-embolic

The best way for an NA to provide foot care for a diabetic resident is to (A) Cut the resident's toenails to keep them short and clean (B) Encourage the resident not to wear socks (C) Make sure the resident is barefoot most of the time (D) Observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation

(D) Observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation

Which of the following is true of spinal cord injuries? (A) Residents with spinal cord injuries will not be able to perform any self-care. (B) Rehabilitation is not helpful with spinal cord injuries. (C) The lower the injury, the greater the loss of function. (D) The higher the injury, the greater the loss of function.

(D) The higher the injury, the greater the loss of function.

Residents with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with (A) Breathing (B) Urination (C) Losing weight (D) Vision

(A) Breathing

Which of the following are symptoms commonly experienced by people who have diabetes? (A) Excessive thirst, extreme hunger, frequent urination (B) Weight gain, poor appetite, leg swelling (C) Diarrhea, hyperactivity, dark yellow urine (D) Infrequent urination, swollen lymph nodes, excessive energy

(A) Excessive thirst, extreme hunger, frequent urination

Which of the following statements is true of the skin? (A) It feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure. (B) It becomes more elastic as a person ages. (C) It is the chemical substance that is created by the body and controls body functions. (D) It becomes thicker as a person ages.

(A) It feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure.

What is one good way a nursing assistant can assist residents with normal changes of aging related to the urinary system? (A) NAs should offer frequent trips to the bathroom. (B) NAs should withhold fluids to prevent incontinence. (C) NAs should keep residents from using the toilet too often. (D) NAs should make sure every resident wears incontinence briefs

(A) NAs should offer frequent trips to the bathroom.

Which of the following statements is true of congestive heart failure (CHF)? (A) Residents may take medication that makes them urinate more often. (B) Residents will usually have a force fluids order directing them to drink more fluids. (C) The NA will administer nitroglycerin to relieve painful episodes. (D) Residents with CHF will generally need to eat a diet high in sodium to eliminate swelling.

(A) Residents may take medication that makes them urinate more often.

A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should eat (A) Small, frequent meals (B) Quickly (C) High-fat dairy products (D) Spicy foods

(A) Small, frequent meals

The eye and ear are part of (A) The nervous system (B) The integumentary system (C) The respiratory system (D) The circulatory system

(A) The nervous system

Which of the following is true of muscles? (A) They provide movement of body parts. (B) Two muscles meet at a joint. (C) They produce toxins. (D) They prevent contractures from occurring.

(A) They provide movement of body parts.

How does the immune system protect the body from disease? (A) Through nonspecific and specific immunity (B) Through hormones (C) Through digestion and elimination (D) Through inspiration and expiration

(A) Through nonspecific and specific immunity

How is glaucoma often treated? (A) With eye drops (B) By surgical removal of the optic nerve (C) With special eyeglasses (D) By reducing the amount of light in the room or area

(A) With eye drops

What can be done to help a resident who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? (A) Serve spicy foods. (B) Ask the resident not to lie down for at least two to three hours after eating. (C) Serve the largest meal of the day at dinner. (D) Assist the resident to eat in a reclined position.

(B) Ask the resident not to lie down for at least two to three hours after eating.

Osteoporosis causes (A) Vision impairment (B) Bones that can break easily (C) Weakening of the immune system (D) Problems with breathing

(B) Bones that can break easily

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune illness. With an autoimmune illness, the body's ______system attacks normal tissue. (A) Lymphatic (C) Circulatory (D) Endocrine

(B) Immune

Respiration consists of (A) Intake and output (B) Inspiration and expiration (C) Systole and diastole (D) Dilation and contraction

(B) Inspiration and expiration

Which of the following is a function of the circulatory system? (A) It senses and interprets information from the environment. (B) It supplies food, oxygen, and hormones to cells. (C) It controls and coordinates all body functions. (D) It allows humans to reproduce.

(B) It supplies food, oxygen, and hormones to cells.

What kind of shoes are best for diabetic residents to wear? (A) Plastic shoes (B) Leather shoes (C) Pleather shoes (D) Rubber shoes

(B) Leather shoes

The yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells is called (A) Sperm (B) Lymph (C) Urine (D) Blood

(B) Lymph

What does the abbreviation PWB stand for? (A) Previously-weakened bones (B) Partial weight-bearing (C) Patient's weight before (D) Patient wants baths

(B) Partial weight-bearing

How should a resident with COPD be positioned? (A) Flat on his back (B) Sitting upright (C) Lying on his stomach (D) Lying on his side

(B) Sitting upright

Which of the following statements is true of how an NA should assist a resident with one-sided weakness after a stroke? (A) The NA should lead with the weaker side. (B) The NA should stand on the weaker side. (C) The NA should use the terms bad or messed up so it is clear which side is the weaker side. (D) The NA should not use a gait belt during transfers.

(B) The NA should stand on the weaker side.

Homeostasis is (A) Abnormal changes in the body systems (B) The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best (C) The building block of the body (D) A group of cells that perform a similar task

(B) The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best

What happens when a cataract develops? (A) The lens of the eye disappears. (B) The lens of the eye becomes cloudy. (C) The lens of the eye stops functioning. (D) The lens of the eye becomes swollen.

(B) The lens of the eye becomes cloudy.

Which of the following is helpful when providing skin care for a resident with cancer? (A) Do not use lotion on dry, delicate skin. (B) Do not offer backrubs. (C) Avoid applying lotion to areas receiving radiation therapy. (D) Avoid moving the resident at all.

(C) Avoid applying lotion to areas receiving radiation therapy.

Which of the following is a function of the nervous system? (A) It pumps blood throughout the body. (B) It helps the body take in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide. (C) It senses and interprets information from outside the body. (D) It helps the body digest food.

(C) It senses and interprets information from outside the body.

One way a nursing assistant can help with normal changes of aging related to the integumentary system is to (A) Withhold fluids so a resident will not go to the bathroom often (B) Clip toenails frequently (C) Keep sheets wrinkle-free (D) Rub lotion into red or irritated spots on the resident's skin

(C) Keep sheets wrinkle-free

Which anatomical term means toward the midline of the body? (A) Lateral (B) Proximal (C) Medial (D) Posterior

(C) Medial

Where should the NA stand when helping with ambulation for a resident who is recovering from a stroke? (A) On either side, but very close to the resident (B) On the resident's stronger side (C) On the resident's weaker side (D) A few feet in front of the resident

(C) On the resident's weaker side

Guidelines for caring for a resident with multiple sclerosis include which of the following? (A) Rushing the resident through tasks to help with decision-making skills (B) Administering medications (C) Preventing falls (D) Encouraging the resident to speak faster to improve cognition

(C) Preventing falls

Which of the following is helpful for a resident who has had a heart attack? (A) High-cholesterol diet (B) High-fat diet (C) Regular exercise (D) Cold temperatures

(C) Regular exercise

When helping a resident who has had a hip replacement get dressed, how should the nursing assistant (NA) begin? (A) Start with the stronger side (B) Start with the left side (C) Start with the weaker side (D) Start with the feet and move upward

(C) Start with the weaker side

What should an NA do when providing oral care for a resident with cancer? (A) The NA should use a commercial mouthwash for rinsing. (B) The NA should use a hard-bristled toothbrush. (C) The NA should assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly. (D) The NA should avoid giving oral care or give limited oral care.

(C) The NA should assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly.

The respiratory system is made up of (A) Kidneys, ureters, urethra (B) Brain, spinal cord, nerves (C) Trachea, bronchi, lungs (D) Atria, ventricles, aorta

(C) Trachea, bronchi, lungs

What can a nursing assistant do to help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs)? (A) Restrict fluids (B) Encourage baths, rather than showers (C) Wipe from front to back when giving perineal care (D) Ask the resident not to drink cranberry or blueberry juice

(C) Wipe from front to back when giving perineal care

How many bones are in the human body? (A) 154 (B) 272 (C) 189 (D) 206

(D) 206

A normal change of aging for the female reproductive system is (A) The continuation of menstruation (B) An increase in moisture of the vaginal walls (C) A weakening of the voice (D) A loss of calcium

(D) A loss of calcium

The medical term for high blood pressure is (A) Angina pectoris (B) Atherosclerosis (C) Nitroglycerin (D) Hypertension

(D) Hypertension

High blood pressure (A) Can be detected just by looking at a person (B) Cannot be treated with medication (C) Is never a serious condition (D) Is a measurement of 140/90 or higher

(D) Is a measurement of 140/90 or higher

When atrophy occurs (A) The muscle slowly becomes stronger (B) The muscle increases in size (C) The muscle remains the same size (D) The muscle decreases in size

(D) The muscle decreases in size

Which of the following is helpful for numbness, tingling, and pain in the feet for a resident who has AIDS? (A) Wrapping the feet tightly in elastic bandages (B) Wearing snug, firm shoes (C) Tucking the sheet around the feet (D) Wearing loose slippers

(D) Wearing loose slippers