CNA exam

What is the order to complete a full bed bath? List all the body parts in order

1. Eyes 2. Face 3. Ears 4. Neck 5. Back 6. Arms 7. Chest 8. Legs 9. Perineal area 10. Buttocks

What does the acronym PASS stand for?

P: Pull A:Aim S: Squeeze S: Sweep

When weighing a resident, what is the one thing the NA is required to do per IDPH guidelines?

Place a paper towel on the scale

What is the abbreviation for 4 times per day?

QID

What does the acronym RACE stand for?

R: Rescue A: Activate C: Contain E: Extinguish

What is the most accurate way to take a temperature?

Rectal

When taking a rectal temperature, what is the correct color of probe to use?

Red

The daughter of a resident you are caring for, hands you an envelope that has a $20 in it. She says this is a thank you for the wonderful care you have given my mom. What must you do with this?

Return it to her

What is the name of the viral infection that causes a painful rash and is caused by the same virus as chicken pox

Shingles

In what position should you place a person who is getting an enema?

Sim's

Describe what skilled care is

Skilled nursing care refers to a patient's need for care or treatment that can only be performed by licensed nurses.

A CNA is taking care of a resident who is hard of hearing. What are you going to do to communicate with him?

Speak loudly and clearly

What stage pressure ulcer has full-thickness skin loss and the ulcer looks like a shallow or deep crater?

Stage 3

You enter the dining room to find a resident clutching their throat, unable to speak or breathe. What are you going to do?

Stay with the resident and yell for help or do anything for someone to notice

What does it mean to be agnostic?

Suffering from agnosia.

What is happening during the systolic phase of a blood pressure?

Systole is when the heart muscle contracts. When the heart contracts, it pushes the blood out of the heart and into the large blood vessels of the circulatory system. From here, the blood goes to all of the organs and tissues of the body.

What is the medical term for heart rate of 128?

Tachycardia

A resident who is in hospice is dying. She requests a priest. What should the NA do?

Tell the nurse

What is the type of insurance that is for people who are 65 and older and disabled and unable to work?

medicare

A disorder that is characterized by repeated episodes of intense fear, along with physical symptoms such as a rapid heartbeat, dizziness, chest pains, shortness of breath and an upset stomach

panic disorder

What is person centered care?

person-centered care is where the patients actively participate in their own medical treatment in close cooperation with the health professionals.

A resident has bruises/scratches on her body that continue to appear every couple of days after her son visits her. This could be a sign of what type of abuse?

physical abuse

The specific way of performing a task is called?

procedure

What does tachypnea mean?

rapid breathing, >20/min

What does the prefix tachy mean?

rapid/fast

You are caring for the aunt of a close friend of yours. Your friend calls you and begins asking questions about her aunt. What are you going to do?

refer her to the nurse

On which side of the body does a person with left sided weakness carry his cane?

right side

The NA is getting Mrs. Jones dressed for the day. She has a history of a CVA and has a contracted right arm. What side will the NA start with when performing this task?

right side

What would you expect to see on a resident with livor mortis?

skin discoloration

Which of the following is an example of a physical need?

sleep

What is sommambulism?

sleep walking

What is another name for a CVA?

stroke cerebrovascular accident

Your resident c/o a severe headache. She begins to cry, you ask her to rate her pain form 0-10, she describes it as an 8. This is a subjective or objective complaint?

subjective

What fibrous connective tissue connects muscle to bone?

tendon

What is the most common form of cancer in younger men ages 15-35?

testicular cancer

A resident is being discharged to home. The CNA's job is complete when?

the car door is closed

A foley catheter bag should never be raised above

the level of the bladder

What is bariatrics?

the study of obesity

What is the first step in the beginning tasks?

wash hands

What is the most effective measure that is a CNA can do, to prevent the spread of infection?

wash hands

The NA is getting report on her resident's for the day. She receives report of Shirley a 78 year old woman who has hemiparesis on her left side. What does the medical term hemiparesis mean?

weakness on one side

What is the medical program for people who have a low income called?

medicaid

What is the military time for 30 minutes past midnight?

0030

How many links of the chain must be broken to prevent the spread of infection?

1

How far do you insert a commercial enema into the rectum?

1 1/2 inches

Applying friction in the handwashing process is very important. According to CDC recommendations, the scrubbing portion of handwashing should take a

1. 10 seconds 2. 20 seconds 3. any amount of time, as long as you scrub until hands feel clean 4. 60 seconds

The NA is given instructions to soak Mr. Springsteen's feet. The water temperature to do this should not exceed (1). The NA will explain to the resident she is going to soak the feet for (2) minutes, but she is going to come back and check them every (3) minutes

1. 105 degrees 2. 20 3. 5

How many staff people must be present when using a mechanical lift? How old must the person operating the lift be?

1. 2 2. 18

A nursing assistant is instructed to take the oral temperature of a patient who just had a cold drink. The patient's temperature should be taken

1. 20-30 minutes after the drink was finished 2. 3-5 minutes after the drink was finish 3. 10-20 minutes after the drink was finished 4. immediately: a cold drink should not affect the reading of most oral thermometers

A resident is supposed to have 240 milliliters of juice every 2 hours. Which of these choices would be the most convenient to meet this requirement?

1. 4 oz. can of juice 2. 8 oz. can of juice 3. 5 oz. can of juice 4. 12 oz. can of juice

Your resident drank 8 ounces of coffee with 1/2 ounce creamer and a 6 ounce bowl of chicken broth for lunch. She voided 250cc and vomited 100cc. What is her intake?

1. 435 ml 2. 350 ml 3. plus 4. 85 ml

How long must a CNA soak a resident's hands when performing nail care? (1) after soaking the resident's hands for the appropriate amount of time, the hands are removed from the water and (2). The NA uses an orangewood stick to clean under each nail. The NA will wipe the orangewood stick on the towel after (3). Nails are shaped with am emery board. When using an emery board the NA should move it (4) not (5). The next step is to (6)

1. 5-10 minutes 2. washed with soapy washcloth 3. cleaning under each nails 4. in one direction only 5. back and forth 6. Apply lotion from the fingertips to wrists

Your resident has an 8 ounce cup of coffee , a 16 ounce can of pop, and a 6 ounce bowl of chicken broth for lunch. His total intake is (1). He voided 300 ml, and 180 ml. What is his total output? (2). Is he plus or minus? (3) How much? (4)

1. 900 ml 2. 720 ml 3. plus 4. 180 mml

The NA is caring for Bill, a man who has TB. What type of isolation would the NA expect Bill to be on? (1) Along with isolation, Bill will be in a room that has a controlled flow of air that is either exhausted directly to the outside of the building called an (2) or all the air will first be recirculated through a special (3) before returning to circulation. What type of mask will the NA be required to wear when caring for Bill? (4)

1. Airborne Isolation 2. airborne infection isolation room AIIR 3. HEPA filter 4. N95 or hepa respirator

Which of these is incorrect in reference to wearing gloves?

1. Always wear latex gloves because they are the most impermeable option 2. Peel the glove away from you so it comes off inside out 3. Wash your hands before putting on, and after removing, gloves 4. Upon removal, avoid letting the outer layer of the gloves contact your skin

What are the first 2 steps when responding to an emergency situation?

1. Assess the situation 2.Assess the victim

To obtain the most accurate patient weight, the nursing assistant should weigh the patient

1. At the same time every day 2. using 2 different scales 3. directly after a meal 4. 3-4 hour after eating lunch

List the 6 links in the chain of infection

1. Causative agent 2. reservoir 3. portal of exit 4. mode of transmission 5. portal of entry 6. susceptible host

List 5 stages of grief

1. Denial 2. Anger 3. Bargaining 4. Depression 5. Acceptance

What are the symptoms of DKA?

1. Excessive thirst. 2. Frequent urination. 3. Nausea and vomiting. 4. Stomach pain. 5. Weakness or fatigue. 6. Shortness of breath. 7. Fruity-scented breath. 8. Confusion.

Which medical position can be described as "The patient's head is elevated with legs either bent or straight"?

1. Fowler's position 2. Trendelenberg position 3. Sim's position 4. Prone position

What are some potential symptoms of a UTI in an elderly person?

1. Frequency/urgency 2. pain 3. blood in urine 4. foul smelling 5. dark color 6. confusion

According to USDA's MyPlate, what food groups should make up 1/2 of a person's plate?

1. Fruits 2. Vegetables

What PPE will you wear when caring for the resident with C-diff?

1. Gown 2. Gloves

What is the correct sequence for donning PPE?

1. Gown 2. Mask 3. Goggles 4. Gloves

A resident in your care is suffering chest pains. Which of these is not a direction to follow?

1. Have the resident take small sips of water and place them in a prone position 2. Offer support and reassurance 3. Talk and act in a calm manner 4. Call for help immediately

Hypertension is the medical term for

1. High temperature 2. High blood pressure 3. High heart rate 4. High anxiety

What are the steps when performing oral care (brushing teeth) for a resident?

1. Identify yourself 2. Wash your hands 3. Explain procedure 4. Provide privacy 5. Adjust resident's bed if in bed usually waist high, raise the head of the bed so the resident is upright sitting position (75-90 degrees), lock bed wheels 6. Put gloves on 7. Place clothing protecter, towel, wash cloth across resident's chest 8. Wet toothbrush, put small amount of toothpaste 9. Clean entire mouth, including tongue, all surfaces of teeth, and gum-line, using gentle strokes 10. Give resident water to rinse the mouth. Place emesis basin under the resident's chin 11. Rinse the toothbrush and place in proper container 12. Place used linen in correct container 13. Remove and discard gloves properly 14. Make the resident comfortable 15. Return bed to lowest position, remove privacy measures 16. Leave call light within the resident's reach 17. Wash your hands 18. Be courteous and respectful at all times 19. Report and document to the nurse

What does the suffix itis stand for? (1) Using the suffix itis, what does the medical term tendonitis mean? (2)

1. Inflammation of 2. inflammation of the tendon

One respiration is made up of an

1. Inspiration 2. expiration

If you are walking with a resident and they fall, which of these is not an action you should take?

1. Keep the resident from moving until you can access if they have injuries 2. Help the resident off the floor and in to the nearest chair 3. Inform the nurse 4. Supply information for the nurses so proper documentation can be made

A male physician has ordered a gynecological exam on a female resident. the NA is getting the resident ready for the exam. What position will you place this resident in? (1) What is the NA required t do during the exam? (2)

1. Lithotomy 2. stay in the room with the resident

The NA walks into the room of Mike a resident who immediately begins having a seizure- what should the NA do? (1) Mike is wearing eye glasses what should the NA do with the glasses? (2) The NA is in the room alone with Mike, should she leave Mike to get help? (3) What should the NA do while Mike is having the seizure? (4) To prevent mike from choking, the NA should? (5) Mike stop having the seizure. what should the NA do now?

1. Note the time 2. remove them 3. No, she must stay with the resident 4. Cradle and protect his head 5. turn him to the side 6. note the time

Name 2 types of laws, and then describe what each one is?

1. OBRA (The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act)- a federal law that was passed in 1987 and has been updated several times since then. OBRA was created in response to report of poor care and abuse in long-term care facilities.

The NA has to perform a PROM on a resident. What does PROM mean? Where will the NA start on the body? (1) (2) If there are no orders regarding how many times to perform each exercise, what is the minimum amount of times the NA should do each exercise? (3) What would the NA do if the resident has pain? (4). Which side will the NA perform the ROM on? (5)

1. Passive Range of Motion 2. the shoulders 3. 3 4. stop and report to the nurse 5. both

Regular ambulation and exercise are very important for residents and help to improve (1-7)

1. Quality and health of skin 2. circulation 3. strength 4. sleep and relaxation 5. appetite 6. elimination 7. oxygen level

To minimize the spread of bacteria, further infection and contamination, which procedure should be used for washing the perineum of a resident with a catheter?

1. Start at the meatus and wash away from the meatus 2. Wash from the rectum to the meatus 3. Wash with peroxide 4. Wash with peroxide

Which of these is considered an accurate method for counting respiration rate?

1. The nursing assistant counts to 60 while watching the resident's abdomen 2. The nursing assistant watches the abdomen while the nurse looks at her watch time 60 seconds 3. The nursing assistant looks at the resident's abdomen and a watch at the same time 4. The resident counts to 60 while the nursing assistant counts respiration

Your resident is in a W/C, you are taking her down to the common room on the first floor and must use the elevator. What are you going to do when you get her on the elevator? (1). After leaving the elevator the NA must take the resident down a ramp. In what direction will the resident be safely transported down the ramp? (2). The resident must be repositioned at least every (3), while sitting in the wheelchair

1. Turn the chair around to face the door 2. backwards 3. hour

Liz is a NA working on the 4th floor. She was instructed to take the blood pressure of all the residents in the A wing today. Liz knows she should not take a BP on an arm or side of the body of a resident in which of the following situation?

1. a cast 2. if the cuff does not fit the resident properly 3. arm is being used for dialysis (AV fistula) 4. paralysis of the right arm due to CVA 5. mastectomy 6. an amputation 7. burn on one of the arms 8. an IV is present in the left arm

What should be placed in the sink when cleaning dentures?

1. a towel 2. moderately cool

Write 5 examples of ADL's that a NA may need to assist a resident with?

1. bathing 2. brushing teeth 3. combing hair 4. feeding 5. toileting

Which of these examples demonstrates using proper body mechanics when helping to lift a resident in bed?

1. bending at the waist, knees partially flexed, using leg muscles to lift 2. bending at the waist, knees unlocked, using arm muscles to lift 3. bending at the waist, knees locked, using arm muscles to lift 4. bending at the waist, knees locked, using back muscles to lift

All of these are ways to prevent pressure sores except

1. changing soiled sheets quickly 2. changing positions regularly 3. providing extra blankets 4. avoiding wrinkles in sheets

Louis a resident you are caring for is on CBR. What does CBR stand for? (1) He will need to have his bed changed using the (2) method. This method gives the NA the opportunity to observe (3) for signs of (4)

1. complete bedrest 2. occupied bed 3. the skin 4. breakdown

The NA is going to do a Tympanic temperature on Bud a resident she is caring for today. After she explains the procedure to Bud she will put a (1) over the earpiece of the thermometer. She will straighten the ear canal by gently pulling up and back on (2) she will inset the probe (3) into the ear canal. The NA prefers to take the temperature using the Tympanic route, taking a temperature using th (4) route is not as accurate.

1. disposable sheath 2. the outside edge of the ear 3. 1/4-1/2 inch 4. axillary

A resident in your care has called you for help. He claims he can't find his dentures. As a nursing assistant, it is your responsibility to

1. document the loss in the patient's medical record 2. notify the supervising nurse 3. ask the resident to refrain from eating until the dentures are located 4. tell the resident that you will notify the family contact member

A K-pad is considered to be a (1) application of heat. The NA's responsibility when applying a K-pad to a resident is to check the (2) level. If it is low it should be filled with (3) water. The temperature should be preset if not, the NA should (4). The pad must be (5) before applying it to the resident's skin

1. dry 2. water 3. distilled 4. Check the correct temp with the RN 5. covered/place in a pillowcase

Which of these treatments would be best to decrease swelling?

1. dry bandage pressure 2. heat compression 3. cold compression 4. moist bandages

List the qualities that a NA must have

1. excellent communication 2. observation skills 3. strong physical stamina 4. empathy 5. compassion 6. abilities with adhering to set rules and protocol.

What parts of the body are washed during a partial bath?

1. face 2. underarms 3. hands 4. perineal/anal areas

The NA needs to collect a sputum specimen on Mary, her resident in room 421-1. Mary has had a productive cough for he last week. The best time of he day for the NA to collect this specimen is (1). The first thing the NA will have Mary do after explaining the procedure to her is (2). The NA knows she must collect about (3) to make it a good size sample.

1. first thing in the morning 2. rinse her mouth with water 3. 2 tablespoons

When applying TED hose to a resident, what is the best time of the day to do this? (1) What position should the resident be placed in during this task? (2) When are the TED hose suppose to be removed? (3) Where should the hole in the TED hose be placed? (4) What is the purpose of the hole in the TED hose? (5)

1. first thing in the morning before rising 2. supine 3. every evening 4. under the foot 5. observe for cyanosis/color

Which medical term is often used for "passing gas"

1. flank 2. fascia 3. flatus 4. femur

The NA is going to wash the hair of Betty a bedridden resident she is caring for today. The NA explains the procedures to Betty. Betty is placed in a (1) position. The NA places a waterproof pad under Betty's head and shoulders and covers her with a (2) she places the wash basin under Betty's head, and also places a towel (3) she protects Betty's eyes with (4) using both hands she massages the shampoo into Betty's scalp in a circular motion from front to back being careful not to (5) it is important that she uses her fingertip and not her (6) she then rinses the hair until the water (7) The NA uses a hair dryer to dry Betty's hair. The hairdryer should be on the (8) setting. She will style Betty's hair as the (9) prefers

1. flat 2. bath blanket 3. over her shoulders 4. washcloth 5. scratch the scalp 6. fingernails 7. runs clear 8. low 9. resident

If you smell and discover a resident smoking in his room, it is best to

1. have him stop and remind him of the facility policies because of the hazards it creates to every resident 2. ignore the first incident but report it if it happens again with the same resident 3. tell the resident you will allow him to finish his cigarette but you are obligated to report it if it happens again 4. tell the resident you will allow him to finish is cigarette but you are obligated to report it if it happens again

During report in the morning, the nurse tells the NA that Johnny Appleseed in RM 342-2 needs a 24 hour urine collection to be started. The NA enters the room and wakes up Johnny and explains to him that all of his urine must be collected for the next 24 hours. The NA brings a large container and a bucket into the room. What should be placed in the bucket prior to adding the collection container? (1) He said he needs to void right now as he just woke up and has not gone yet. The NA gives him his urinal. Is this void going to be the first urine place in the container. (2) What does the NA need to do to het other people (staff and family) be aware that this collection has started. (3) Johnny's daughter come to visit. She assists him with urinating in the urinal and forgets about the 24 hour urine collection and pours the urine into the toilet. She tells the nurse what she did. What do you expect to happen at this point? (4)

1. ice 2. No- it starts with the next void 3. Put up a sign 4. the test will have to be restarted

A nursing assistant is caring for a patient with MRSA and is wearing a gown and gloves whenever she provides the patient care. When she needs to go care for another patient, she should dispose of her gown and gloves

1. in the dirty utility room 2. in the next patient's room before touching that patient 3. in the current patient's room 4. in the hallway

Which of these is the least likely to signal impending death?

1. labored breathing 2. increased in appetite 3. unstable blood pressure 4. cooled extremities

Which of these could be considered neglectful when assisting a resident with showering?

1. leaving the resident alone so they are motivated to care for themselves 2. respecting the fact that bathing and showering can cause anxiety for residents and assuring them you will help them through the process 3. being patient and calm and explaining what you are going to do before you do it 4. being sensitive to water temperature and testing it before beginning the procedure

adjusting the height of the bed

1. length of fingernails 2. equipment 3. resident falls 4. long hair

When lifting and moving objects a NA must be sure to use proper body mechanics. Which of the following situations are poor choices for the NA to use to complete a task and could cause injury?

1. make a resident's bed in the lowest level so the residents does not fall out 2. after picking up a box twist to the right to put it down on the table 3. hold all objects away from the body when lifting them 4. pull rather than push 5. bend as far down as possible before beginning to lift 6. use the strong muscles in your back to lift an object

What supplies do you need to make an occupied bed?

1. mattress pad 2. fitted sheet 3. incontinence pad 4. draw sheet 5. top sheet 6. blanket/bedspread 7. bath blanket 8. pillowcases 9. gloves

What are the daily tasks a NA may have to do for a resident who has CHF? (1-6)

1. measure daily weights 2. apply TED hose 3. accurate I&O 4. maintain a fluid restriction 5. ROM 6. assist with ADL's

Your resident has difficulty chewing, what type of diet would you expect him to be on? Please give 2 example

1. mechanical soft 2. pureed

Making a bed, whether occupied or unoccupied, should end with

1. moving the call light 2. mitering the corners 3. washing your hands 4. adjusting the height of the bed

The NA is going to ambulate Max. He is an 89 year old legally blind gentleman that lives at the nursing home. Before they begin the assists him in putting on his (1) and fasten its securely. The NA places the transfer belt around him at his (2) and places it (3) his clothing, making sure that the buckle is (4). The NA holds the transfer belt with hands placed in an (5) position. Given that Max is legally blind, the NA will walk (6) and slightly (7) of him. He can rest his hands on the NA's (8) They will walk together at (9) pace

1. nonskid footwear 2. waist 3. over 4. off center 5. upward 6. to the side 7. in front 8. elbow 9. Max's

When measuring urine in a graduate. Where should the NA place graduate?

1. on a flat surface 2. at eye level

Which of these describes stage 4 of a decubitus ulcer?

1. open area with redness 2. open area with damage reaching to the bone, joint, or tendons 3. superficial ulcer that looks blackened or like a deep crater 4. redness on the skin

Which of these should not be part of the process for cleaning a resident's dentures?

1. padding the sink 2. placing clean dentures on top of a tissue on the resident's table 3. rinsing thoroughly 4. washing your hands

When emptying the urine from a drainage bag into a graduate, what does the NA have to put on the floor? (1). The spout of the bag and the clamp should never touch (2). After draining the urine out of the bag, what does the NA do next? (3)

1. paper towel 2. inside or outside of the graduate 3. use an alcohol wipe to clean the spout

A medical record is (1) and should not be discarded or destroyed

1. permanent

What do you check for a person's orientation status?

1. person 2. place 3. time

Which level is the most basic need in Maslov's Hierarchy of needs? (1). Give 3 examples of that level needed. (2) (3) (4)

1. physical 2. food and water 3. shelter 4. sleep

Another term for decubitus ulcer is

1. pressure sore 2. perforation 3. cyst 4. ulcerated tumor

The NA know the most accurate way for her to take a temperature is (1) what position does the resident need to be placed in for this type of temperature (2) how far will she inset (3) colored probe? (4)

1. rectally 2. sim's 3. red 4. 1/2-1 inch

A resident you are caring for has a localized infection. What symptoms would you expect him to have?

1. redness 2. swelling 3. pain 4. heat 5. drainage

All of these might be used in dealing with contractures except

1. repositioning 2. physical therapy 3. bandaging 4. handroll

What should be listed on a diet card?

1. resident's name 2. speical diet 3. allergies 4. likes and dislikes

The CNA has an order to do ROM exercises on her resident. Where on the body will she start? (1) She will perform this a minimum of (2) times

1. shoulders 2. 3

All of these precautions should be followed when using a transfer-gait belt, except

1. slightly rocking and pulling when using a gait belt on a resident in a sitting position 2. never using a frayed or worn transfer-gait belt 3. not worrying about proper body mechanics 4. placing transfer-gait belts around the resident's waist

The CNA is taking the VS on his floor. The BP on he first resident is 148/94, this is called (1), the pulse rate is 112, the medical term for this heart rate is (2) respiratory rate is 20 this is (3) does the CNA have to report anything to the RN? If so, what will he tell her? (4)

1. stage 2 hypertension 2. Tachycardia 3. normal 4. yes-HTN and tachycardia

When transferring a resident from a wheelchair to stationary chair, the nursing assistant should stand

1. to the left of the resident of the wheelchair 2. in front of the wheelchair 3. to the right side of the wheelchair 4. behind the wheelchair

When monitoring a client's temperature, which thermometer will provide the least accurate reading?

1. tympanic 2. rectal 3. axillary 4. oral

A NA should not take an oral temperature on a person who is which of the follow?

1. unconscious 2. has a nasogastric (NG) tube 3. confused or disoriented 4. has facial trauma 5. is using oxygen 6. is likely to have a seizure 7. paralyzed from a stroke 8. has sores, redness, swelling or pain in the mouth

When collecting a stool specimen, the NA should explain to the resident that (1) and (2) should not be included in the sample because it can (3) and create the need for a new one. A hat is placed in the toilet for the resident to use to obtain the sample. The NA will use a tongue depressor to scoop the stool into the correct container. It is best to scoop from (4) different spots of the stool that the resident has given.

1. urine 2. toilet paper 3. ruin the specimen 4. 2

The best use of alcohol-based sanitizer is

1. when hands are not visible soiled 2. when hands have blood from a cut 3. when hands are visible soiled 4. when helping with catheterization

How far into the rectum should a thermometer be inserted?

1/2 to 1 inch

What should the water temperature be when giving a shower?

105 degrees

A woman is considered to in menopause

12 months after her last period

The evening snacks come at 7:15. What time is this in military time?

1915

1 pound equals how many kg?

2.2

How long must a CNA scrub their hands for each time they wash them?

20 seconds

What is 11:15 pm in military time?

2315

A sharps container must be replaced when it is

3/4 full

What is the range for semi-Fowler's

30-45 degrees

A resident is given 8 ounces of coffee and 4 ounces of juice for breakfast. He drinks all of it. How many ml did he drank?

360 ml

How quickly can brain damage occur after breathing, and heartbeat cease?

4-6 minutes

Your resident's height was measured at 68 inches, convert this number to feet and inches

5 ft 8 in

What is the normal range for a rectal temperature?

98.6-100.6

Which types of hepatitis are considered to be blood borne diseases?

B,C,D

What are considered to be VS?

BP, TPR

When admitting a resident, what are the first set of VS, height and weight readings called?

Baseline

What is stable angina?

CP that occurs when active

The abbreviation CAUTI stands for?

Catheter associated UTI

You enter the room of a resident who is confused and has a sweet/fruity smell to her breath. What do you think might be wrong with her?

DKA/Diabetic ketoacidosis

What does DNR stand for?

Do not resuscitate

The NA is caring for a resident who is in the middle stage of Alzheimer's disease. During this stage of Alzheimer's, What signs and symptoms would you expect the resident to show?

During the middle stages of Alzheimer's, damage to the brain can make it difficult to express thoughts and perform routine tasks. You may notice the person with Alzheimer's jumbling words, having trouble dressing, getting frustrated or angry, or acting in unexpected ways, such as refusing to bathe.

What is hospice care?

End of life care

What is the medical term for nose bleed?

Epistaxis

You have a resident who as a history of CHF-she is fatigued and c/o SOB. You also note she has decreased urinary output for your shift and the previous 2 shift. She has gained 1-2# per day for the last 3 days. She might have what condition?

Fluid overload

A CNA is given the task of taking all the weights for all the residents in hallway #1, her coworker is assigned to take all the VS for the same residents. What method of nursing care is this?

Functional Nursing

What STI is not curable and cannot be treated with antibiotics?

General herpes

Which of the follow would be the best response by the CNA if a resident wants to discuss concerns he has?

I understand you are scared, can you tell me more?

The NA is going to shave Mr. Jones in room 342. What is one of the most important things the NA needs to know before beginning this task?

If he is on a blood thinner

What is the correct medical term for a life threatening complication of diabetes that can result from either too much insulin or too little food- is also known as hypoglycemia or insulin shock?

Insulin reaction

When undressing Mrs. Jones, what side will she begin with?

Left side

What is the definition of a long term care facility

Long-term care facility: A facility that provides rehabilitative, restorative, and/or ongoing skilled nursing care to patients or residents in need of assistance with activities of daily living. Long-term care facilities include nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, and long-term chronic care hospitals.

Describe an example of non-verbal communication

Nonverbal communication types include facial expressions, gestures, paralinguistics such as loudness or tone of voice, body language, proxemics or personal space, eye gaze, haptics (touch), appearance, and artifacts.

Which member of the healthcare team works with residents on their ADL's?

Occupational therapist

opposition

The ability to move the thumb into contact with the other fingers across the palm of the hand

Describe what a straight catheter is

The straight catheter, also called an intermittent catheter, is a soft, thin tube used to pass urine from the body. Straight catheters are usually made of plastic (PVC) and are only used one time and then thrown away.

The NA is moving a resident from the bed to a wheelchair. The resident is dangling at the side of the bed. The man has a history of weakness on one side of his body. What side of the resident should the wheelchair be place

The strong side

Describe what a closed bed is

The term "closed bed" is used to designate the hospital bed which remains empty until the admission of another patient. It is termed "closed bed making" because the top covers are so arranged the all linen beneath the spread is fully protected from dust and dirt.

The resident you have been caring for for the last 3 months is leaving the facility to go home. What is your job when assisting them with the transition to home?

To make sure they get to their cars safely and not leaving their side

A person who is dying has the right to refuse treatment even if it will help them live a little longer

True

Prior to donning or after doffing gloves a CNA must

Wash their hands

What is OSHA and what is its purpose?

With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.

Trichomoniasis is cause by?

a protozoa

What ROM exercise is shown in this picture?

abduction

What is pediculosis?

an infestation of lice

The period of mourning when the dying person or his family is expecting the death is called?

anticipatory grief

What does PRN mean?

as needed/necessary

The NA is making the bed for a resident in his care. When putting the sheets on the bed, he must be careful to place the seams of the sheets (1) from the residents

away

What goes in the third drawer of the bedside table for a male resident?

bedpan, urinal

The period following a loss in which mourning occurs is called

bereavement

How often should CNA offer liquids when feeding a resident?

between each bite of food

A pathologic fracture may be caused by having

cancer

What is a complication of immobility for the gastrointestinal system?

constipation

You are taking care of a resident with C-diff, what type of isolation will he be on?

contact isolation

Joan is trying to hurt her roommate by attempting to punch her repeatedly-she needs to be put in restraints. What must the NA have in order to do this?

doctor's order

What position will your resident be placed in for examination of the breasts, chest, and abdomen?

dorsal recumbent

If your resident has (1) they may need to have thicker added to their liquid

dysphagia

What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?

dyspnea

What chemical substances are essential to maintaining normal fluid balance in the body?

electrolytes

What quality describes identifying with the feeling of others?

empathy

What does PPE protect?

employee

Your resident is in restraints, how often will you check on them?

every 15 minutes

How often should a bedridden resident be repositioned?

every 2 hours

Your resident is in restraints. How often will you release them?

every 2 hours

How often should you reposition a bedridden resident?

every 2 hours/ q2h

How often do you record a resident's intake and output

every shift

Your resident who recently had a stroke is having trouble telling you what she wants, this may be

expressive aphasia

The doctor is going to examine your resident and wants him to be placed in a prone position. Describe what a prone position is

face down

What is objective information based on?

facts-the senses

The Ombibus Budget and Reconciliation Act is a

federal law

What ROM exercise does this picture show?

flexion

When performing perineal care on a woman, the NA must always wipe

from front to back

What is bruxism?

grinding/clenching teeth

What happens during diastole?

heart relaxes/rests

What is the medical term for coughing up blood?

hemoptysis

A condition in which the body does not receive enough oxygen is called?

hypoxia

What is an important factor that determines how you will shave your resident?

if they take a blood thinner

When shaving a resident, in what direction should the NA shave?

in the direction of hair growth

The inability to fall or stay asleep is called

insomnia

A resident just received some very bad news, you enter the room to find him staring off, pale and with an increased pulse and respiratory rate. What would be the appropriate action to take to help this person?

lay flat, elevate feet

You are giving a tray to a blind resident who can feed herself. How are you going to describe where the food is on the plate?

like a clock

Wheels not in motion must always be

locked