Nursing Fundamentals
CVA's occur because blood supply is cut off to the brain. What are they caused by?
Blood clot and Hemorrhage
Which vital sign is measuring the force of blood pushing against the arteries as the heart contracts and relaxes?
Blood pressure
Which of the following is not an observation of the circulatory system in regards to aging?
Blood pressure decreases
When caring for artificial limbs, the NA does not need to:
Polish the prosthetic device
Which of the following is not true when operating a mechanical lift?
Position the lower end of the sling at mid-calf on the resident
Which of the following is true regarding wheelchairs?
Resident's feet should rest flat on floor when chair is not moving and on footrest when transported
When standing a resident, your hands should be under the resident's arms with hands around their:
Shoulder blades
The peripheral nervous system consists of nerves leaving the _____ and going throughout the _____.
Spinal cord, body
The nurse aid is working with Bob on the rehabilitation/restoration unit. Which of the following is not part of the NA's role in Bob's care?
Teach Bob new skills
What is a sty?
A tiny abscess at the base of any eyelash
Crutches are measured to fit properly by a physical therapist. They are being used correctly when all of the following are true except:
Armrest fit snugly in axilla
Arteries carry blood _______ the heart and veins carry blood _______ the heart
Away from; to
A walker should never be?
Carried
Which part of the brain is responsible for coordination of muscles, balance, posture, and muscle tone?
Cerebellum
Which part of the brain regulates the heartbeat, respirations, swallowing, coughing and blood pressure?
Cerebellum
Which portion of the brain is the largest and is responsible for judgment, memory, association and discrimination?
Cerebrum
What type of fracture results in bone fragments imbedded in tissue?
Comminuted
What can occur if a resident is not dangled before standing up?
Dizziness and fainting
Canes and walkers are fitted properly when:
Elbows are flexed 15-30 degrees
All of the following are true about rehabilitation/restoration except:
Emphasis is placed on learning new abilities and intrest
Which nervous system structure controls your sleep and emotional state?
Hypothalamus
Which of the following is not a common and reasonable measurement for residents weight?
Kilograms
Which of the following is not true regarding plaster of paris?
Lightweight
Which part of the brain regulates the heartbeat, respirations, swallowing, coughing and blood pressure?
Medulla oblongata
Which of the following is not a reasonable and common measurement used for height?
Meters
A resident's weight, compared with the height, gives information about their _____ status and changes in their medical condition. They can also be used by doctors to order medications.
Nutritional
When weighing a patient, you should not:
Use the closest scale to your current location
Elastic stockings exert pressure on ____, promoting blood flow to the heart.
Veins
You would expect to see osteoarthritis in an elderly patient more common in which of the following joints?
Vertebrae
