Test 1

Which of the following statements is true of helping to prevent aspiration during eating? 1) The NA should place food in the stronger side of the mouth. 2) The NA should place food in the weaker side of the mouth. 3) The NA should offer big pieces of food. 4) The NA should help the resident into a reclining position before eating.

1) The NA should place food in the stronger side of the mouth.

Which of the following statements is true of diabetes? 1) Monitoring a diabetic resident's intake of protein is more important than monitoring his intake of carbohydrates. 2) People with diabetes must follow their diet instructions carefully. 3) People with diabetes must avoid exercise so that they do not burn too much glucose. 4) To best conserve energy, people with diabetes should skip meals when they are not hungry.

2) People with diabetes must follow their diet instructions carefully.

What is the proper conversion of 1500 hours from military time to regular time? 1) 2:00 p.m. 2) 12:00 p.m 3) 11:00 a. M. 4) 3:00 p.m.

3:00pm

At which angle should residents be positioned for eating? 180 degrees 120 degrees 80 degrees 90 degrees

90 degrees

The NA is cleaning the resident's nails. Which of the following observations should be reported to the nurse? Brittle nails A reddened area Intact nails Pink skin

A reddened area

Select ALL that apply: A care plan is followed by Nurses and Nurse Aides The health care team Resident's family Physicians

All four

low protein diet

Breads and pastas are encouraged over protein. Primarily for those with kidney disease.

Diabetic Diet

Calories and carbohydrates are carefully controlled in this diet to keep blood glucose levels near normal

Please answer the following 4 questions related to this patient. Martha Mouse was just admitted to your LTC facility with influenza. You understand that Mrs. Mouse will be under_________

DROPLET

Chisel tells you "I peed my pants again so I'm not going to leave my room anymore". Choose the best answer. Encourage Mrs. Chisel to stay in her room and bring her a magazine Explain to Mrs. Chisel that this is a normal part of aging Encourage Mrs. Chisel to continue to enjoy activities outside her room, help her get changed and then notify the nurse. Help Mrs. Chisel get changed and reassure her that she does not need to feel embarrassed

Encourage Mrs. Chisel to continue to enjoy activities outside her room, help her get changed and then notify the nurse.

A resident has diabetes. Which of the following sets of symptoms should the nursing assistant expect to be associated with this Excessive perspiration, rapid heartbeat, bulging eyes Low blood pressure, low body temperature, low pulse Excessive thirst, excessive hunger, excessive urination Slow heart rate, intolerance to cold, fatigue

Excessive thirst, excessive hunger, excessive urination

Low-sodium

For clients with hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, or fluid retention.

Why is it important for NAs to observe plates and meal trays when residents have finished eating? It helps the NA write a new diet order if the current one is not working. Residents who are trying to lose weight will want the NA to keep a record of how much they have eaten. It helps the NA decide what to feed residents first. It helps to identify a change in residents' food preferences.

It helps to identify a change in residents' food preferences.

A professional relationship between an NA and a resident includes Telling the resident about problems with the supervisor Calling the resident Dearie and Sweetie Letting a resident know if the NA is in a bad mood Keeping resident information confidential

Keeping resident information confidential

Which type of vegetarian diet eliminates poultry, meats, fish, and eggs, but allows dairy, products? Vegan diet Lacto-vegetarian diet Ovo-vegetarian diet Lacto-ovo vegetarian diet

Lacto- Vegetarian Diet

Mrs. Mouse has her call light on. Before you enter her room, what equipment will you don? Answer:

MASK

Which of the following abbreviations means nothing by mouth? 1) NOC 2) NBM 3) NPO 4) NWB

NPO

Question 1 A nursing assistant is documenting a resident's care for the first time. Which of the following is an example of accurate documentation? Recording the resident's blood pressure in black ink Writing an opinion about the resident's weight Writing down that she is feeding breakfast to the resident right before doing so Recording the resident's pulse and respiration rate neatly in pencil

Recording the resident's blood pressure in black ink

Which type of residents may have an order for thickened liquids? Residents who have swallowing problems Residents who have certain religious beliefs Residents who refuse to drink water Residents who do not eat meat

Residents who have swallowing problems

If a resident refuses to wear a clothing protector, the nursing assistant should Refuse to serve the resident until she puts it on Insist that the resident wear it Respect the resident's refusal Point out to the resident that she is making her work more difficult

Respect the residents refusal

You are in a residents bedroom, assisting another CNA with toileting. The resident makes a loud bodily noise, and you hear the other CNA tell the resident, "Wow! That was really gross! There must be something physically wrong with you." You: Laugh and agree with the CNA because you want to have a good working relationship Tell the CNA that was not appropriate behavior outside the residents room, and report the incident to the charge nurse Help the resident get comfortable and safe, then tell the CNA that was not appropriate outside the room

Tell the CNA that was not appropriate behavior outside the residents room, and report the incident to the charge nurse

You are on a break in the breakroom with other NA's that work with you during your shift. You overhear the other CNA's laughing and calling an overweight resident inappropriate names. You: Report the conversation to your charge nurse Tell them it is not appropriate to talk or gossip about residents, even during your break time Tell them to stop Join in the conversation, not wanting to be left out with your coworkers

Tell them it is not appropriate to talk or gossip about residents, even during your break time

What is required of a nursing assistant if he suspects that a resident is being abused? The NA should call the police to report that the resident is being abused. The NA should discuss the issue with the resident to find out if it is okay for him to report what he suspects. The NA should report it to the charge nurse immediately. The A should immediately confront the abuser about what he suspects

The NA should report it to the charge nurse immediately.

Which of the following is a good guideline for the nursing assistant to follow when helping a visually-impaired resident? The nursing assistant should speak more loudly than normal. The nursing assistant should look away while speaking to him. The nursing assistant should keep the lights low The nursing assistant should use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of objects

The nursing assistant should use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of objects

Jenny works on the same hall as you do as a NA. You overhear Jenny call a resident "Grandma". You know this is appropriate only when The nurse also calls the resident "Grandma" The NA knows the resident really well It is never appropriate to call a resident "Grandma" The resident asked the NA to call her "Grandma"

The resident asked the NA to call her "Grandma"

A nursing assistant tells a resident that her grandchildren are noisy and disrupt the facility and suggests that next time her daughter visits, she should leave the kids at home. Which Residents' Right might this behavior violate? The right to voice complaints without fear of punishment The right to refuse medication and treatment The right to have visitors The right to confidentiality

The right to have visitors

To receive a Satisfactory grade for Laboratory Evaluation: As long as the student has perfect attendance, the student will achieve a Satisfactory in Lab. The student must demonstrate all skills identified on the skills checklist during practice sessions The student must pass the Laboratory Final Skills Exam. The student is allowed two attempts to successfully demonstrate five (5) selected skills in 25 minutes to receive a Satisfactory for the Laboratory Final Skills Exam. Students can take the Skills Exam a 3rd and final time that includes six (6) skills in 30 minutes.

The student is allowed two attempts to successfully demonstrate five (5) selected skills in 25 minutes to receive a Satisfactory for the Laboratory Final Skills Exam. Students can take the Skills Exam a 3rd and final time that includes six (6) skills in 30 minutes. The student must demonstrate all skills identified on the skills checklist during practice sessions The student must pass the Laboratory Final Skills Exam.

Low-Fat/ Low-Cholesterol

This diet permits skim milk, fish, white meats of turkey and chicken, fresh fruits and vegetables, olive and canola oils.

While providing perineal care for a resident during a bed bath, the nursing assistant should: Remove gloves before beginning perineal care Use a clean area of the washcloth for each stroke Clean the anal area before the perineal area Clean the perineal area from back to front

Use a clean area of the washcloth for each stroke

Gloves must always be worn for the following tasks: Select ALL that apply. Anytime the NA might come into contact with blood or any body fluid, open wounds, or mucous membranes When disposing of soiled linens. When touching the bed controls When shaving a resident When performing or assisting with perineal care When assisting a patient with putting on a shirt When performing or helping with mouth care or care of any mucous membrane. When the NA has open sores or cuts on his/her hands.

When disposing of soiled linens. When shaving a resident When performing or assisting with perineal care When performing or helping with mouth care or care of any mucous membrane. When the NA has open sores or cuts on his/her hands. Anytime the NA might come into contact with blood or any body fluid, open wounds, or mucous membranes

Mrs. Jones needs assistance getting dressed. The NA should dress her in a facility gown dress her while in the wheelchair give Mrs. Jones a choice in what she would like to wear dress her always on the strong side first

give Mrs. Jones a choice in what she would like to wear