Nursing Fundamentals

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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


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