CNA Chapter 26
Why is it important to enter the room often when a resident is using a mechanical ventilator
Residents on ventilators cannot speak, which can cause intense anxiety. The resident may think that no one will know if he has trouble breathing.
_______________________________ involves the use of medication to calm a person.
Sedation
A serious illness usually caused by a bacterial infection is called
Sepsis
What disorder can put a person at a higher risk for sepsis? (A) Diabetes (B) Eczema (C) Otitis (D) Chlamydia
(A) Diabetes
1. What is one NA responsibility regarding feeding tubes? (A) The NA positions the resident for the feeding. (B) The NA performs the feeding. (C) The NA inserts the feeding tube. (D) The NA cleans the feeding tube.
(A) The NA positions the resident for the feeding.
What is one condition that can require an order for a tube feeding? (A) Depression (B) Cancer (C) Dialysis (D) Anaphylaxis
(B) Cancer
What is one problem associated with chest tubes that should be reported by the nursing assistant? (A) The drainage system is below chest level (B) Resident takes two naps per day (C) Clots are in the drainage tubing (D) The drainage containers are upright
(C) Clots are in the drainage tubing
What is one NA responsibility regarding suctioning (A) The NA changes the tubing daily. (B) The NA performs the suctioning. (C) The NA reports signs of respiratory distress. (D) The NA decides when a resident needs suctioning
(C) The NA reports signs of respiratory distress.
When using a pulse oximetry device, which of the following should be avoided? (A) Excessive fluids (B) Loose tape (C) Supine position (D) Nail polish
(D) Nail polish
Preoperative fluid restrictions can help prevent (A) Blood clots (B) Contractures (C) Kidney stones (D) Vomiting
(D) Vomiting
Normal pulse oximetry readings are considered to be
From 95% to 100%
The process of removing poisons from the body can be done by using
Gastric suctioning
What does tracheostomy care generally involve
General tracheostomy care includes keeping the skin around the opening, or stoma, clean, assisting with dressing changes, and helping with the cleaning of the inner part of the device.
What observations should NAs make about chest drainage
changes in amount, color, or consistency of chest drainage
What kinds of conditions require subacute care?
"Recent surgery or acute conditions, such as total joint replacements, cardiac surgery, or recent stroke, or chronic illnesses, such as AIDS or cancer."
One possible complication that can result from a tube feeding is (A) Aspiration (B) Cystitis (C) Loose lead (D) Phlebitis
(A) Aspiration
Repositioning a resident on a mechanical ventilator must be done at least every
2 hours
What does a pulse oximeter measure?
oxygen saturation in the blood and pulse rate
A pulse oximeter sensor is normally clipped on a person's
Finger
What is the purpose of artificial airways
Artificial airways help maintain an airway and facilitate ventilation.
What is a type of intravenous line that is inserted into a large vein in the body?
Central venous line
What does a telemetry device monitor
The heart's rhythm and rate
The intravenous infusion of nutrients bypassing the digestive tract is referred to as TPN, which stands for
Total parenteral nutrition
What signs and symptoms should the NA report to the nurse when a resident is on dialysis
signs of respiratory distress; changes in vital signs, especially pulse or blood pressure; pain, drainage, redness, swelling, or bleeding from the insertion site; abdominal cramps, nausea, or vomiting; muscle cramps; swelling of extremities (edema); change in intake and output; or itchy skin.