Chapter 10 Bed making and Unit Care

A resident who is at risk for pressure ulcers may have a. An alternating pressure mattress b. a bariatric bed c. an electric bed d. a closed bed

a. An alternating pressure mattress

Which of the following terms describes a bed that is completely made with the spread and blankets in place a. closed bed b. open bed c. occupied bed d. unoccupied bed

a. Closed bed

When leaving a residents room, a nursing assistant should a. leave the unit tidy b. move the residents belongings c. leave spills for the next shift d. lock the residents door

a. Leave the unit tidy

One dietary habit that a nursing assistant can encourage to help residents sleep better is a. Limiting caffeine intake b. eating heavy meals before bedtime c. eating foods high in sugar d. serving meals later at night

a. Limiting caffeine intake

An example of disposable equipment is a. an autoclave b. an electric razor c. a sphygmomanometer d. gloves

d. Gloves

Lack of sleep can cause a. increased mental function b. increased reaction time c. increased immune system function d. Increased irritability

d. Increased irritability

Which of the following statements is true of linen a. linen should be carried close to the na's uniform b. linen should be shaken to remove wrinkles c. linen can be taken from one residents room into another residents room d. Dirty linen should be removed by rolling it away from the nursing assistant

Dirty linen should be removed by rolling it away from the nursing assistant

One way to be respectful to a resident in his room is to a. allow the resident to clean the room himself b. Always knock and wait for permission before entering the room c. rearrange the residents personal items so that they look better d. ignore any safety hazards in the room

b. Always knock and wait for permission before entering the room

Why is disposable equipment used in healthcare facilities a. it is less expensive b. It prevents the spread of microorganisms c. it makes na's jobs easier d. it is safer

b. It prevents the spread of microorganisms

Sleep disorders are called a. insomnias b. Parasomnias c. somnambulisms d. bruxisms

b. Parasomnias

the branch of medicine that deals with the prevention and treatment of obesity is a. obstetrics b. bariatrics c. pediatrics d. dietetics

b. bariatrics

Which of the following is true of sleep a. the elderly usually go to sleep faster than other groups b. the elderly are more able to tolerate sleep deprivation than other groups c. Lack of sleep can cause irritability and decreased mental function d. people can live in good health even without much sleep

c. Lack of sleep can cause irritability and decreased mental function

What can an overbed table be used for a. placement of dirty linens b. placement of bedpans c. Placement of meals d. placement of urinals

c. Placement of meals

The bedside stand is used for a. linen storage b. serving meals c. Storing equipment d. storing valuables

c. Storing equipment

An ______ bed is made so that it can easily accept residents who must return to bed on stretchers or gurneys a. open b. closed c. surgical d. occupied

c. Surgical

The circadian rhythm is a. a natural period of rest for the mind and body b. deep sleep that helps the body to renew c. The 24 hour, day night cycle d. all of the natural biorhythms of the body

c. The 24 hour, day night cycle

When must a unit be completely cleaned and disinfected a. every day b. when the resident has visitors c. When a resident is transferred, discharge, or dies d. when a resident has a sleep disorder

c. When a resident is transferred, discharge, or dies

Where should the call light be placed when a NA leaves a residents room a. on the bedside table beside the telephone b. next to the television remote c. Within the residents reach d. on a chair next to the residents bed

c. Within the residents reach