CNA module 3 quiz questions

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normal respirations per minute

12-16 BPM

The risk of prostate cancer increases when a man is over the age of

60

normal count for radial pulse

60-90 BPM

Which of the following is normal temperature range for the axillary method?

96.6 to 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit

Signs and symptoms of a fecal impaction include the following:

Abdominal cramps and vomiting

_______________is a disorder in which the prostate becomes enlarged and causes problems with urination.

Benign prostatic hypertrophy

The vital signs include

Body temperature, pulse, and respirations

___________is a disorder of the urinary system in which the kidneys cannot filter some waste products.

Chronic renal failure

One important task to complete when collecting a 24-hour urine specimen is to

Create a sign to hang near the bed to alert all staff

What is the disorder in which sac-like pouchings develop in weakened areas of the large intestine?

Diverticulosis

A form of cancer that begins in the uterus is called

Endometrial cancer

What is the acronym used for a chronic stress- related condition of the GI tract?

IBS

Testicular cancer is a form of cancer that...

Is a common form of cancer in younger men

What causes the body to burn fat for fuel, producing substances called ketones?

Ketones are produced when there is not enough insulin in the body.

Which condition signifies the end of the female's ability to reproduce?

Menopause

__________ is the process of breaking down and transforming nutrients that enter the body to provide growth, energy, and maintenance.

Metabolism

A guideline for bowel retraining that the nursing assistant should follow is to

Observe skin closely for changes and answer call lights promptly

______________ hypotension exists when there is a sudden drop in blood pressure when a per- son stands or sits

Orthostatic

When a resident has kidney stones, care by a nursing assistant includes

Reporting blood in the urine promptly

One important step in catheter care is for the nursing assistant to

Rinse at least four inches of catheter nearest the body opening

What is the medical term used to describe a rapid heartbeat?

Tachycardia

What is one reason that a resident might have an order to restrict her fluid intake?

The resident has a gastrointestinal illness.

While residents have a legal right to receive fluids, in which of the following situations would fluids be restricted?

The resident has an NPO order.

Erectile dysfunction is

Treated with medication

Which type of sexually-transmitted infection is caused by a protozoa (single-cell animal)?

Trichomoniasis

A chronic inflammatory disease of the large intestine, or colon, is called

Ulcerative colitis

What is a surgical procedure for diverting the passage of urine?

Urostomy

Which of the following is a benefit to humans from water intake?

Water helps move oxygen into the cells.

The medical term for the absence of breathing is

apnea

What is one normal age-related change in the gastrointestinal system?

difficulty swallowing and chewing

A sign of dehydration is

dizziness

What is a condition that results from a weakened sphincter muscle joining the esophagus?

heartburn

Fluid overload can occur when which of the following parts of the body are not working properly?

kidneys and lungs

What is another term for urination?

micturition

A clean-catch specimen is also called a _____________specimen because the first and last voiding are not included in the urine sample.

midstream

Conversation from oz to millimetres

multiply by 60

Electrolytes are chemical substances essential to maintaining in the...

normal fluid balance

A______ is formed when the end of the intestine is brought out of the body through an artificial opening in the abdomen.

stoma

A type of catheter that fits over the penis is called a(n)

texas catheter

The following should be reported to the nurse when observing a resident's urine:

urine has a strong smell

dilate

widen, get bigger


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