Role of the Nurse Aid

Which of the following activities is within the role of the nurse aide? (A) Observing clients for changes in condition (B) Deciding the staging of a pressure ulcer (C) Suggesting new special diets to clients (D) Giving clients spiritual advice

(A) Observing clients for changes in condition

While the nurse aide is helping a client to shower, the client falls to the floor. What should the nurse aide do IMMEDIATELY? (A) Report the fall to the nurse (B) Insist that the client take a bath instead of a shower (C) Discuss the fall with the client's family member (D) Inform the client that the client should hold on to the grab bars while showering

(A) Report the fall to the nurse

The nurse aide is caring for a client who is dependent. The nurse aide decides to reposition the client every 4 hours, instead of every 2 hours. The nurse aide could potentially be charged with: (A) negligence. (B) battery. (C) assault. (D) libel.

(A) negligence.

A client who is confused refuses to change from sleepwear to other clothes. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) respect the client's refusal and ask the client again later. (B) insist that the client change clothes. (C) get another nurse aide to help change the client's clothes. (D) inform the client that the client cannot leave the room without changing clothes.

(A) respect the client's refusal and ask the client again later.

When a nurse gives the nurse aide confidential information about a client, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) share it with other clients. (B) keep the information private. (C) discuss it with other staff members in the break room. (D) discuss it with the client's family.

(B) keep the information private.

The health care team member who assists the client's performance of activities of daily living is the: (A) social worker. (B) occupational therapist. (C) speech therapist. (D) case manager.

(B) occupational therapist.

When giving a bed bath to the client, the nurse aide SHOULD cover the client to expose only the part of the body being bathed. This is done in order to: (A) assist the nurse aide in remembering the order of the bath. (B) provide the client with privacy and dignity. (C) keep the bed linen as dry as possible. (D) make the client aware of which body part is being bathed.

(B) provide the client with privacy and dignity.

Which of the following documents would inform the nurse aide of the client's needs? (A) Policy manual (B) Procedure manual (C) Care plan (D) Resident's Bill of Rights

(C) Care plan

The nurse aide has been instructed to place the client in a supine position. The nurse aide SHOULD position the client on the client's: (A) abdomen (B) left side (C) back (D) right side

(C) back

To find out what type of diet the client should be receiving, it would be BEST for the nurse aide to check: (A) with the kitchen staff. (B) on the client's room bulletin board. (C) in the client's care plan. (D) with the client's family.

(C) in the client's care plan.

Techniques that promote good communication include: (A) avoiding calling the client by the client's preferred name. (B) correcting the client when the client forgets a word. (C) speaking clearly and slowly. (D) informing the client that the nurse aide has a limited amount of time to talk.

(C) speaking clearly and slowly.

A client asks the nurse aide, "Am I going to die?" Which of the following would be the BEST response for the nurse aide to make? (A) "You should ask your primary health care provider." (B) "Well, we all die someday." (C) "Why do you ask a question like that?" (D) "Is this something you have been thinking about?"

(D) "Is this something you have been thinking about?"

What should the nurse aide do FIRST when finding out that a client's property has been stolen? (A) Keep quiet and try to catch the thief (B) Call the family (C) Call the police (D) Inform the nurse

(D) Inform the nurse

When caring for a client who has a hearing loss, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) speak very loudly and use gestures as much as possible. (B) let the client use the roommate's hearing aid. (C) use only written communication with the client. (D) face the client when speaking to the client.

(D) face the client when speaking to the client.

A nurse aide who wants to demonstrate effective listening skills SHOULD: (A) plan what to say next while the client is talking. (B) show no emotion when listening to the client. (C) finish the client's sentences for the client. (D) give complete attention to the client while the client is talking.

(D) give complete attention to the client while the client is talking.

When a resident is upset and frustrated, a nursing assistant should ____. A. offer support by listening and telling the resident you will share his or her concerns with the health care team members B. ask the resident to remember all of the details that led up to the frustration C. try to make the resident understand that it is normal to have things that make a person upset D. try to reason with the resident about why his or her frustration is an overreaction

A. offer support by listening and telling the resident you will share his or her concerns with the health care team members

A resident calls his relatives and then tells you he is frustrated and plans on leaving the building without medical approval. Your first line of communication should be ____. A. reporting it to the nurse B. calling the relatives and asking them to wait C. reporting it to the physician D. reporting it to the facility administrator

A. reporting it to the nurse

Which member of the resident's health care team is responsible for determining socialization and communication skills of residents and then finding the resources to match them? A. social worker B. physician C. chaplain D. LPN

A. social worker

A resident's family is visiting when you arrive on duty and one of them hands you an envelope that contains a thank you card and a monetary gift in appreciation for your care of their loved one. The best response is to ____. A. thank the family and resident but tell them you must decline until you can check with your supervisor and facility policies regarding the acceptance of gifts B. accept the gift and then check with your fellow colleagues about how they handled similar situations C. accept the gift and be sure this resident gets extra attention so he or she knows you are appreciative D. thank the family and use the money to purchase a gift for the resident's birthday

A. thank the family and resident but tell them you must decline until you can check with your supervisor and facility policies regarding the acceptance of gifts

It would not be appropriate to share health care information about a resident with ____. A. the resident's best friend who visits weekly to play games with him B. the charge nurse who supervises you C. the physical therapist who is doing rehabilitation with the resident D. the physician who cares for the resident

A. the resident's best friend who visits weekly to play games with him

Which of these describes the job of an Ombudsmen Committee? A. to investigate breaches of resident confidentiality B. to investigate all complaints of resident abuse C. to set the fees for the services a long-term care facility provides D. to determine appropriate punishment for medical providers convicted of resident abuse

A. to investigate breaches of resident confidentiality

When you walk in to begin your shift, a resident is being put in restraints by the charge nurse. This means ____. A. you need to check the resident at least every two hours to assess basic needs, circulation, and bathroom necessities B. you need to leave all of this resident's care in the hands of the charge nurse until the restraints have been removed C. you need to avoid the patient so as not to escalate his or her agitation D. you need to call the family and notify them at once that restraints are being used

A. you need to check the resident at least every two hours to assess basic needs, circulation, and bathroom necessities

The family members of a resident ask you to check what the resident's record says about resuscitation wishes in the event the resident was to expire. Upon looking at the records, you see that the resident has given permission to share all medical information with these family members. You also see the initials DNR in the resident's advance directive. You tell the family ____. A. "The resident's file has a notation indicating, 'Decision not recorded' which means no decision has been made." B. "The resident's file has a notation indicating, 'Do not resuscitate'." C. "The resident's file has a notation indicating, 'Do necessary resuscitation'." D. "The resident's file has a notation indicating, 'Do not record' so that the decision is left up to the family."

B. "The resident's file has a notation indicating, 'Do not resuscitate'."

Which of these describes the most likely reaction a resident has upon hearing a nursing assistant criticize fellow co-workers? A. It makes the resident feel like he or she can confide in you. B. It makes the resident feel uncomfortable. C. It makes the resident feel validated in his or her feelings. D. It makes the resident feel you really care about him or her.

B. It makes the resident feel uncomfortable.

Which of these members of the healthcare team is responsible for supervising UAP (unlicensed assistive personnel)? A. patient care assistant/technician (PCA/PCT) B. Registered Nurse (RN) C. MD or DO (physician) D. certified nursing assistant (CNA)

B. Registered Nurse (RN)

As a CNA, you work as a "team player" to take care of all of your residents' needs. Which of these is a reason you should take this approach when you need to ambulate a resident? A. The resident can be ambulated more quickly if you work together. B. The resident will feel and be safer when two or more staff members help with ambulation. C. You don't have to work as hard if you have someone else there to help you lift a resident. D. You can move the resident yourself while your helper explains what you are doing.

B. The resident will feel and be safer when two or more staff members help with ambulation.

Which of these would not be helpful when dealing with a patient with a speech impairment? A. Be patient as the resident tries to communicate his or her needs. B. Try and complete the resident's sentence when he or she is having trouble. C. Encourage the resident to use gestures and non-verbal communication when words are too difficult. D.Use an assistive device, such as a whiteboard, so the resident can write down words he or she is having difficulty communicating.

B. Try and complete the resident's sentence when he or she is having trouble.

Which of these are conditions requiring extra care regarding the resident's nail care? A. dementia and insomnia B. anticoagulation therapy and diabetes C. incontinence issues D. obesity and irritable bowel syndrome

B. anticoagulation therapy and diabetes

A resident's input and output must be documented in a patient's record ____. A. in the early morning, noon, and late evening B. at the end of your shift C. by the nurse; the nursing assistant does not record this D. every two hours

B. at the end of your shift

The definition of liability is ____. A. participating in an unlawful act B. being responsible for providing care according to an accepted standard C. having insufficient knowledge to properly perform your duties D. lack of care according to an accepted standard

B. being responsible for providing care according to an accepted standard

All of these could result in a nursing assistant being charged with negligence except ____. A. not turning a patient every two hours as prescribed to prevent pressure sores B. deliberately harming a resident with extreme force C. nicking the forehead of a resident while trimming their bangs D. not checking on a resident at a prescribed time

B. deliberately harming a resident with extreme force

If you have a concern about an assignment, you should ____. A. complain to a co-worker and ask him or her to do it for you B. discuss it privately with your immediate supervisor C. discuss it immediately with your supervisor, regardless of who else is present D. tell your resident that you don't feel that you can properly take care of him or her

B. discuss it privately with your immediate supervisor

Which of these would be an example of invasion of a patient's privacy? A. not shutting the resident's door when exiting the room B. exposing the resident's body unnecessarily when performing his or her care C. discussing the resident's dislikes with a co-worker during report D. not knocking on the resident's door when entering the room

B. exposing the resident's body unnecessarily when performing his or her care

When a nursing assistant restricts a resident's movements or actions without proper authorization, it can be interpreted as ____. A. liability B. false imprisonment C. aiding and abetting D. slander

B. false imprisonment

The best source of Vitamin D is found in which of these foods? A. steak B. milk C. bread D. apples

B. milk

There is a contained fire in the resident's room. What is the first action a nursing assistant should take? A. grab the fire extinguisher B. move the resident to safety C. pull the fire alarm D. yell for help

B. move the resident to safety

Which of these examples would not be considered neglect? A. forgetting to move an immobile resident enough to keep them from getting bed sores B. not staying on the floor once you've clocked in C. forgetting to provide your resident with enough water in a timely manner D. leaving clutter on the floor where a resident walks

B. not staying on the floor once you've clocked in

You enter a resident's room and notice he is having difficulty breathing. Your proper response should be to ____. A. call the family contact member immediately B. notify the nurse immediately C. wait in the room for a period of time to see if it improves D. check back in a few minutes to see if the problem still exists

B. notify the nurse immediately

You discover a fire in a resident's room. You have gotten the resident out of harm's way. What is the next step you should execute? A. evacuate B. pull the fire alarm C. use the fire extinguisher to start putting out the fire D. call the resident's family to notify them

B. pull the fire alarm

Which of these is not part of the process upon entering a resident's room for the first time? A. knocking and waiting a few seconds before entering B. showing the resident your licensing card C. speaking to the resident using his or her name D. telling the resident your name

B. showing the resident your licensing card

A resident's right to information involves all of these except ____. A. the resident seeing in detail and discussing his or her medical bill B. the resident receiving information about the complete medical history of his or her roommate C. the resident receiving information about possible unanticipated outcomes of a procedure D. the resident seeing and discussing his or her medical record

B. the resident receiving information about the complete medical history of his or her roommate

Which of these is included in the "Resident's Bill of Rights"? A. the right to have your family determine your plan of care B. the right to be informed about the facility's services and charges C. the right to have transportation to and from the facility whenever it is necessary D. the right to have the social and recreational activities of your choice

B. the right to be informed about the facility's services and charges

A patient's care plan indicates that she should be ambulated BID. How many times a day would ambulation be required? A. one B. two C. three D. four

B. two

There are certain steps to follow from start to finish when beginning a procedure on a patient. As a nursing assistant, it is extremely important to start with which of these tasks? A. enter the date in the patient's medical record B. verify the resident's identification C. provide privacy in the immediate area D. document what you did

B. verify the resident's identification

When you are documenting in a medical record, which of these is not part of the process? A. author identification B. writing in pencil so erasures can make the record clean C. dating your entries D. using correct spelling

B. writing in pencil so erasures can make the record clean

Which of these is not true about a patient's care plan? A. A good care plan is designed to assist team members in delivering high-quality, consistent care. B. A good nurse will solicit input from the CNA for the patient's care plan to make it more effective. C. A care plan is not necessary for every single resident in a care facility. D. Effective care plans take the patient's wishes into consideration.

C. A care plan is not necessary for every single resident in a care facility.

Which of these best describes how accurate documentation assists the entire healthcare team? A. Accurate documentation is emphasized throughout a CNA and nurse's training; however, realistically, it does not happen as often as it should. B. Accurate documentation is important, but it is more important to initiate conversations with residents under your care. C. Accurate documentation is crucial for determining if interventions listed in the care plan are effective. D. Accurate documentation is a precautionary action to serve primarily as a means for defending a CNA's behavior should a problem arise.

C. Accurate documentation is crucial for determining if interventions listed in the care plan are effective.

Which of these does not show caring behavior? A. Stopping to listen to a resident who is concerned about an upcoming procedure. B. Making extra stops during the week to talk with a resident who gets no visitors. C. Stopping to ask a co-worker to finish up your duties so you are not late to lunch. D. Stopping to see if there is anything you can do to help a resident who is crying.

C. Stopping to ask a co-worker to finish up your duties so you are not late to lunch.

Which of these is a violation of a resident's right to privacy? A. A charge nurse discussing a resident's medical condition with a nurse who is getting ready to take over her shift. B. A physical therapist, charge nurse, and nursing assistant discussing a resident's rehabilitation needs with the resident. C. Two nursing assistants discussing a resident's medical condition in the lunchroom. D. A nurse sharing medical information about a resident with the EMT who is transporting the resident to a hospital.

C. Two nursing assistants discussing a resident's medical condition in the lunchroom.

Which of these statements is incorrect regarding cleaning a urinary drainage bag? A. Wash your hands both before and after cleaning a urinary drainage bag. B. Avoid touching the tube or catheter ends as you disconnect them to clean the bag. C. Use peroxide to cleanse the drain on the urinary bag. D. The bag should be kept below the level of the bladder (hip level) to prevent urine from flowing back.

C. Use peroxide to cleanse the drain on the urinary bag.

Which of these best describes an advantage to being a CNA when considering future career options? A. You have an opportunity to practice many different types of care roles to see which you like best. B. You have an opportunity to work with many cultures and different family members of the residents you care for. C. You have an opportunity to see several healthcare occupations and witness the role each plays in patient care. D. You have an opportunity to work with many different types of patients from varying backgrounds.

C. You have an opportunity to see several healthcare occupations and witness the role each plays in patient care.

Which of these should be reported to the charge nurse "STAT"? A. a respiratory rate of 18 B. loose stools C. a radial pulse of 135 D. urine that is cloudy

C. a radial pulse of 135

A nursing assistant threatens to slap a resident if he doesn't stop yelling. This is classified as ____. A. slander B. battery C. assault D. libel

C. assault

Which of these is not considered to be a good communication skill of a CNA? A. listening B. responding C. delegating D. documenting

C. delegating

As a member of the healthcare team, it is important for the CNA to report certain occurrences to the nurse. Some conditions require immediate intervention. Which of these necessitates immediate reporting? A. a sudden increase in urinary output B. a decrease in appetite C. difficulty breathing D. incontinence

C. difficulty breathing

Beneficence is defined as ____. A. speaking the truth consistently and dependably B. keeping the matters of others private C. doing good for others D. not doing harm to others

C. doing good for others

Which of these is a form of non-verbal communication that might send a poor message to a resident? A. facing the resident and talking slowly B. a curt voice when answering questions C. hands on the hips and pursed lips D. using an overtly loud voice when explaining yourself

C. hands on the hips and pursed lips

It is important to report which of these conversations between a CNA and a resident to ensure his or her safety and well-being? A. his or her favorite activities B. his or her likes and dislikes C. his or her specific requests D. his or her favorite foods

C. his or her specific requests

Documentation of a resident's fluid intake and output is part of your role as a nursing assistant. The standard unit of measure for doing this is ____. A. milligrams B. meters C. milliliters D. ounces

C. milliliters

A resident has suffered a stroke. As a nursing assistant, you've been asked to help with ambulation. The best position for doing this would be ____. A. in back of the resident B. in front of the resident C. on the resident's side that has been affected by the stroke D. on the resident's side that is unaffected

C. on the resident's side that has been affected by the stroke

You have taken care of the same pleasant female resident daily for the past 6 months. Very suddenly, she demonstrates a drastic personality change. She exhibits frequent crying and withdrawal from activities. She refuses her ADLs and becomes fearful of physical contact with you and other caregivers. She seems very anxious and nervous when she is around others. As her CNA, your most appropriate course of action would be to ____. A. wait until you notice physical signs of abuse to report your suspicions B. ask the resident if someone is abusing her C. report your suspicion of resident abuse in accordance with the guidelines of your facility D. discuss your concerns of resident abuse with the patient's family when they visit

C. report your suspicion of resident abuse in accordance with the guidelines of your facility

As a nursing assistant, when a resident refuses a bath it is your responsibility to ____. A. give the resident a bath anyway, but make it shorter than usual B. tell the resident he or she cannot have visitors until he or she allows bathing C. respect the resident's wishes D. call the family and request that they try to persuade the resident to change his or her mind

C. respect the resident's wishes

What is the most likely diagnosis for a resident who cannot smell smoke, increases their use of sugar or salt on foods, asks for a magnifying glass to read, and asks for the volume to be turned up while watching television? A. sensory deprivation B. sensory stimulation C. sensory impairment D. sensory overload

C. sensory impairment

At the end of your shift, your fellow nursing assistant comes in to relieve you. While giving report, you discover your colleague is under the influence of alcohol. The best course of action, as a member of a healthcare team, is to ____. A. tell the nursing assistant to go home and that you'll cover her shift B. get coffee or another caffeinated drink and stay with your colleague until she sobers up C. tell the nurse in charge immediately D. suggest your colleague seek professional help through Alcoholics Anonymous or another alcohol-related support group

C. tell the nurse in charge immediately

All of these are indications of visual impairment except ____. A. the resident has difficulty navigating on stairs B. the resident squints or tilts his or her head to one side to focus on an object C. the resident withdraws from social activities he or she once enjoyed D. the resident spills or knocks over food

C. the resident withdraws from social activities he or she once enjoyed

Which resident right is being violated if a nursing assistant enters the hospital cafeteria and hears another assistant talking about a resident with co-workers? A. the resident's right to make decisions regarding their own care B. the resident's right to be present when their care is discussed C. the resident's right to privacy D. the resident's right to know who is involved in their medical care

C. the resident's right to privacy

A resident in your care tells you that he does not like his current physician and wishes to be seen by another doctor. Your response to this should be ____. A. to acknowledge the resident's concerns and suggest a different medical provider B. to gently tell the resident that the doctor has been assigned to him and he cannot change physicians without a legal procedure C. to help the resident contact the social worker or RN for assistance in this matter D. to reassure the resident that his doctor is qualified and capable and encourage the resident to respect the doctor

C. to help the resident contact the social worker or RN for assistance in this matter

Sometimes the best response for a nursing assistant is to assure the resident you are listening. Which of these behaviors is the best way to exhibit good listening skills? A. asking questions that direct the conversation further B. talking to the resident while you continue to work C. turning in the resident's direction and responding when it is appropriate D. speaking about your own experiences on the topic to direct the conversation

C. turning in the resident's direction and responding when it is appropriate

Which of these could cause a nursing assistant to be charged with battery? A. administering medications B. ignoring or delaying a response to a resident's call for help C. using restraints on a resident without a physician's order D. raising a hand to threaten a slap

C. using restraints on a resident without a physician's order

When performing care activities, gloves should be worn ____. A. when you are helping with ambulation of a resident B. when you are feeding a resident C. when performing peri-care D. when you are changing a resident's clothing

C. when performing peri-care

Which of these statements about "active listening" is false? A. Active listening is a skill that can cue you in on a resident's unexpressed needs. B. Active listening is sometimes referred to as "listening with a third ear". C. Active listening is listening to a resident without being distracted by your own thoughts. D. Active listening is listening to a resident while doing another activity.

D. Active listening is listening to a resident while doing another activity.

Which of these statements is true for "restorative nursing"? A. Restorative nursing is out of the scope of duties for a nursing assistant. B. Restorative nursing allows the resident to return home and do self-care. C. Restorative nursing returns the duties of the resident's exercise plan back into the hands of the family. D. Restorative nursing helps a resident gain and then maintain functionality and well-being.

D. Restorative nursing helps a resident gain and then maintain functionality and well-being.

The nursing assistant walks in on a patient who is having a seizure. Which of these actions should the nursing assistant take first? A. Place a padded tongue blade in the patient's mouth to keep the airway open. B. Call for the doctor immediately. C. Restrain the patient so the patient does not harm himself/herself. D. Support the patient's head and move anything that could injure the patient.

D. Support the patient's head and move anything that could injure the patient.

You have two residents in your care who belong to your church. Both have been asking you questions about the medical condition of the other. They are both worried and know you care. What is your best response? A. Share the information because you know both of them and they are active in your church. B. Ask to be reassigned to a different area so you will not be around these two residents. C. Tell them you have to wait until your supervisor returns from vacation to ask her permission. D. Tell both residents that you would be violating facility policies and violating their own rights by sharing information.

D. Tell both residents that you would be violating facility policies and violating their own rights by sharing information.

You observe a co-worker sexually harassing a resident and choose to ignore it. This is an example of ____. A. cease and desist B. libel C. passive aggression D. aiding and abetting

D. aiding and abetting

Which of these contributes to bad communication between a nursing assistant and a resident? A. not listening to what the resident says B. a care giver who does not explain what he or she is doing when performing a procedure on a resident C. the resident not understanding what is being told to them D. all of these

D. all of these

The primary role of the CNA in patient assessment is to ____. A. provide a weekly assessment to the patient's physician B. give the family members and friends an assessment of the patient when they come for their next visit C. give the patient a physical exam and assess the patient's condition in a report for the nurse D. assist the nurse with physical data such as height, weight, vital signs, food/fluid intake and output

D. assist the nurse with physical data such as height, weight, vital signs, food/fluid intake and output

Another word for forcing a patient to do something against his or her will is ____. A. conspiracy B. collusion C. consequences D. coercion

D. coercion

The nurse has just told you that you left something important off the charting of a resident's input for the day. All of these should be included except ____. A. toast with breakfast B. afternoon tea C. a protein bar snack D. lactated ringers being given intervenously

D. lactated ringers being given intervenously

Which of these is a form of involuntary seclusion? A. leaving the room when the resident wants to have private time with family B. putting a patient in a wheelchair and rolling him or her away from others when he or she asks to be moved C. closing the patient's door when he or she asks for time to be alone D. leaving a patient alone without a means of communicating, such as removing a call bell

D. leaving a patient alone without a means of communicating, such as removing a call bell

Which of these is the legal term for "being responsible for providing care according to an accepted standard"? A. slander B. aiding and abetting C. legality D. liability

D. liability

The charge nurse has administered a prescribed medication to the wrong patient. This is an example of ____. A. assault B. battery C. neglect D. malpractice

D. malpractice

If a resident went on a day trip with family members and returns complaining of hunger and thirst, the nursing assistant should ____. A. tell the resident the family who was in charge assured you they had strictly followed mealtime schedules B. tell the resident when the next snack and beverage time is scheduled and get him or her a glass of water C. talk to the family about the importance of the resident getting proper snacks when on an outing D. report this to the charge nurse

D. report this to the charge nurse

You hear a charge nurse telling a resident that the LPN is not performing as well as she should be. The legal term for this is ____. A. insubordination B. discrimination C. gossip D. slander

D. slander

Which of these is not an example of abuse? A. hitting a resident B. kicking a resident C. threatening to hit a resident D. startling a resident

D. startling a resident

It is appropriate for the nursing assistant to share personal client information with ____. A. the client's children B. the client's wife C. the client's roommate D. the nursing assistant on the next shift

D. the nursing assistant on the next shift

Which member of the healthcare team is responsible for carrying out the patient's medical plan? A. the nursing assistant B. every member of the healthcare team C. the doctor D. the registered nurse

D. the registered nurse

Which of these is not a primary reason for an indwelling catheter to be taped down? A. to reduce inflammation of urinary tissues B. to provide psychological security to the resident C. to secure and stabilize it to prevent accidental removal D. to signal to family members or visitors that it is not intended for removal

D. to signal to family members or visitors that it is not intended for removal

Which of these practices is not part of good verbal communication with a resident? A. clarifying the message that you receive B. speaking clearly C. asking open-ended questions D. using medical jargon

D. using medical jargon

Which of these is not a liable act? A. abuse B. theft C. invasion of privacy D. voluntary seclusion

D. voluntary seclusion

When a resident has visitors, it is important for a nursing assistant to ____. A. give the resident and the guests privacy B. restrict the visitors' time spent with the resident C. offer one of the empty rooms reserved for visitors to spend the night D. leave the patient's intercom on so you can monitor conversations that might agitate the resident

A. give the resident and the guests privacy

A nurse asks you to perform something "stat". This means do it ____. A. immediately B. before your shift ends C. performing a "stat" action is out of the CNA's scope of practice and only should be done by a licensed nurse D. as soon as possible

A. immediately

A resident with memory difficulties often needs a nursing assistant who will ____. A. make eye contact, sit with the resident, and listen B. remind the resident of the forgotten information C. make jokes and laugh to lighten the resident's mood D. leave the resident alone to minimize his or her agitation

A. make eye contact, sit with the resident, and listen

A resident tells you that he feels like he's "got a lump in his chest." An example of clarifying the message he's communicated to you would be to ask him ____. A. "Let me see if I understand what you mean. You feel like you have fullness in your chest?" B. "Tell me more about that?" C. "Do you feel pain?" D. "Are you having any palpitations or radiation of your symptoms?"

A. "Let me see if I understand what you mean. You feel like you have fullness in your chest?"

A resident is to be discharged from your facility for failure to pay for his care. According to the "Resident's Bill of Rights," what is the proper amount of notice that he must be given? A. 30 days B. No notice is required. C. 7 days D. 60 days

A. 30 days

"Any threat to the psychological well-being of a resident that results in psychological or emotional distress" is the definition of ____. A. mental abuse B. physical abuse C. verbal assault D. harassment

A. mental abuse

Which of these scenarios would most likely be considered a violation of patient rights? A. A patient is receiving care from a physician that he or she has requested to be dismissed. B. A patient is transferred from a nice facility to one that is further away and slightly less nice because of non-payment. C. The nursing assistant changes the patient to a hospital gown after others complain that the patient's "lucky shirt" is soiled and beginning to smell. D. Restraints are applied to a patient who has been trying to punch the nurses who are caring for him.

A. A patient is receiving care from a physician that he or she has requested to be dismissed.

Which of these is true about the term care plan? A. All of these are true. B. A nurse can face strict penalties for not following the written care plan. C. A care plan is a legal document. D. A care plan promises care will be delivered as written.

A. All of these are true.

If you are unable to clean up a large spill on the floor yourself, what is the best alternative, once you have notified someone to help? A. Block off the area from traffic. B. Ask a resident walking by to help you stop traffic. C. Throw towels over the spill until it can be cleaned more completely. D. Do not let any residents exit their rooms.

A. Block off the area from traffic.

A patient is having surgery the following day. Which of these notations in the orders indicates the patient should have nothing by mouth? A. NPO B. NKA C. MN D. NOC

A. NPO

Residents have a right to telephone privileges. Which of these correctly describes these rights? A. Privacy and phone access are provided to each resident. B. Residents have the right to use phones during certain scheduled times. C. Telephones can be used only under a caregiver's supervision. D. Residents may use phones, but they must provide their own.

A. Privacy and phone access are provided to each resident.

Which of these is most important when a resident is being initially admitted to a care facility? A. The resident should have the opportunity to provide his or her own information. B. The family members should keep the resident from being involved in the admitting process to lessen the stress of an already difficult adjustment. C. The family should give all of the admitting information to avoid inaccuracies or misrepresented information given by the resident. D. If the resident has strong religious beliefs it is required that a member of his or her spiritual community be present to ensure these needs will be met.

A. The resident should have the opportunity to provide his or her own information.

If you have a resident who is completely deaf, which of these would be the most important for effective communication? A. a laptop or pen and paper B. a loud voice that projects over noise C. a phone system with amplifiers D. an alarm that rings louder than in non-hearing impaired rooms

A. a laptop or pen and paper

Part of your role as a nursing assistant is to be delegated tasks throughout your shift. In which of these examples would refusal to do a task be acceptable? A. a task that should not be done by a nursing assistant B. a task that you don't feel needs to be done C. a task that is not normally assigned to your shift D. a task that you have already done numerous times throughout your shift

A. a task that should not be done by a nursing assistant

Your fellow nursing assistant is angry at you and lies to the charge nurse. He claims you stole money from a resident's purse. This is an example of ____. A. defamation B. accolades C. malpractice D. assault

A. defamation