Chapter 10
An example of disposable equipment is:
Gloves
The bedside stand is used for:
Storing equipment
The circadian rhythm is:
The 24-hour, day-night cycle
Where should the call light be placed when an NA leaves a residents room?
Within the residents reach
A _______ bed is made so that it can easily accept residents who must return to bed on stretchers or gurneys.
Surgical
Which of the following terms describes a bed that is completely made with the bedspread and blankets in place?
A closed bed
Which of the following statements is true of linen?
Dirty linen should be removed by rolling it away from the nursing assistant
One way to be respectful to a resident in his room is to:
Always knock and wait for permission before entering the room
A resident who is at risk for pressure ulcers may have:
An alternating pressure mattress
Lack of sleep can cause:
Increased irritability
Why is disposable equipment used in healthcare facilities?
It prevents the spread of microorganisms
Which of the following is true of sleep?
Lack of sleep can cause irritability and decreased mental function
When leaving a resident's room, a nursing assistant should:
Leave the unit tidy
One dietary habit that a nursing assistant can encourage to help residents sleep better is:
Limiting caffeine intake
Sleep disorders are called:
Parasomnias
What can an overbed table be used for?
Placement of meals
When must a unit be completely cleaned and disinfected?
When a resident is transferred, discharged, or dies