Review CNA

Which of the following is a correct measurement of urinary output?

2 cups 300 cc 1 quart 40 oz 300cc; 300 cc is a metric measurement meaning 300 cubic centimeters

To convert four ounces of liquid to milliliters (ml), the nurse aide should multiply 4 by

30ml; When converting milliliters (ml) to ounces (oz), remember that one ounce is approximately 30 ml.

To lift an object using good body mechanics, the nurse aide SHOULD

bend the knees and keep the back straight. When lifting, you should maintain proper spinal position. The risk of injury to the lower back increases if you use the back muscles, bend at the waist, twist, or try to lift a load that is too heavy

The nurse aide is walking with a client confined to a wheelchair when the facility fire alarm system is activated. The client becomes excited from the noise. The nurse aide SHOULD

comfort the client while moving the person to a safe place

When operating a manual bed, the nurse aide should remember to

fold the cranks under the bed. When working a manual bed, first lock the bed by pressing down the levers on the wheels at the head and foot of the bed.

How many tips does a quad-cane base have?

four

The nursing care plan states, "Transfer with mechanical lift." However, the client is very agitated. To transfer the client, the nurse aide SHOULD

get assistance to move the client. Client safety is always your highest priority. Do not try to accomplish a task alone if a patient is unable to cooperate for any reason

NPO means

nothing by mouth

A client is paralyzed on the right side. The nurse aide should place the signaling device

on the left side of the bed near the client's hand. Clients who have had a stroke often have one-sided weakness or paralysis. They may not be able to use that side of their body, or they may not even be aware of the affected side

What type of fire can be put out with water

paper

For safety, when leaving a client alone in a room, the nurse aide SHOULD

place the signaling device within the client's reach. After giving care, or when leaving the client's room, always ensure that the client's call signal is within reach. Clients must always have access to caregivers

To take an oral temperature, the nurse aide should

place the thermometer under the tongue. To take an oral temperature, make sure the client has not had anything hot or cold to eat or drink for 15 minutes. Place the thermometer under the client's tongue

The purpose of padding side rails on the client's bed is to

protect the client from injury. Side rails can keep clients from falling out of bed. Also, clients can grab on to the railing to reposition themselves. However, if the client is agitated, confused, or has a head injury or a history of seizures, padding the side rails can prevent injuries or entrapment

Clean bed linen placed in a client's room but NOT used should be

put in the dirty linen container. Once linen has been in a client's room, it is no longer considered clean.

If the nurse aide discovers fire in a client's room, the FIRST thing to do is?

remove the client

While making an empty bed, the nurse aide sees that the side rail is broken. The nurse aide SHOULD

report the broken side rail immediately. Every staff member is responsible for keeping clients safe at all times

R.A.C.E

rescue, alarm, contain, extinguish

The nurse aide is responsible for the following fire prevention measures EXCEPT

taking cigarettes and matches away from all clients and visitors.

Insulin, a hormone, regulates

the amount of sugar in the blood

Physical restraints are used MOST often

to prevent client injury

The equipment you need for oral care of an unconscious client includes

toothette/mouth swab. Because an unconscious client is not able to assist with oral care, you must take extra precautions to prevent the client from choking or aspirating.

To be sure that a client's weight is measured accurately, the client should be weighed

at the same time of day. Obtaining the client's weight is an important part of assessment. Weight should be measured at the same time every day.

While eating dinner, a client starts to choke and turn blue. The nurse aide SHOULD

call for assistance and perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts). Abdominal thrusts (the Heimlich maneuver) is the best response to choking. Calling for assistance as you prepare to do abdominal thrusts will alert others to the emergency

When taking a client's radial pulse, the nurse aide's fingertips should be placed on the client's

wrist. A radial pulse is found at the client's wrist

Which of the following is NOT considered a way to restrain a client?

Pain management. A restraint may be either physical or chemical. Its purpose is to protect the client from harming himself or others

A client is to be assisted out of bed to sit in a wheelchair. How can this procedure be made safe?

Place the bed in the lowest position. Client safety during transfer begins with the bed in the lowest position. This allows the client to easily reach the floor when standing and pivoting to sit in the wheelchair.

What is the term for a device used to take the place of a missing body part?

Prosthesis; A prosthesis is a device that replaces a part of the body that is missing from birth or due to surgery or accidents.

The nurse aide is going to help the client walk from the bed to a chair. What should the nurse aide put on the client's feet?

Rubber-soled slippers or shoes. When helping a client ambulate, you must prevent the client from falling. Proper footwear should always be worn for any type of walking, even a short distance

The Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) is used on a client who has

The Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) is a first aid technique for helping someone who has food or an object caught in his or her upper airway

A client needs to be repositioned but is heavy, and the nurse aide is not sure that she can move the client alone. The nurse aide should

ask another nurse aide to help. Clients or objects that are heavy should never be moved or lifted by one person. The risk of falls or injuries to both the client and the nurse aide increases with heavy loads

When caring for a client who uses a protective device (restraint), the nurse aide SHOULD

check the client's body alignment. When a physician orders a restraint for a client, the staff must strictly follow the protocols to maintain the client's safety

To avoid pulling on the catheter while you're turning a male client, the catheter tube must be taped to his

An indwelling urinary catheter is used to drain the bladder into a bag outside the body

What is the FIRST thing a nurse aide should do when finding an unresponsive client?

Call for help. When encountering any type of emergency situation such as an unconscious client, always call for help first

The nurse aide sees a client spill water on the floor in the hall. Another client is walking down the hall. The nurse aide SHOULD

Falls can lead to serious injury and complications, especially among elderly or very ill clients. Every staff member should be constantly alert for potential hazards such as spills and immediately take care of the situation.

Which of the following best helps reduce pressure on the bony prominence's?

Flotation mattress. A bedridden client can quickly develop pressure sores if he or she is allowed to remain in one position. To prevent the skin from breaking down, reposition the client at least once every two hours

Which of the following is the most comfortable position for a client with a respiratory problem?

Fowler's; When a client is having difficulty breathing, the Fowler's position can provide relief. When sitting in the Fowler's position, the client is upright at 90 degrees, allowing the chest to expand as much as possible

The electric shaver that the nurse aide is using to shave a client begins to spark and smoke. What should the nurse aide do FIRST?

Unplug the shaver. Whenever you give a client care, remember that the patient's safety comes first. Unplug a malfunctioning device to stop sparks or smoke

When helping a client who is recovering from a stroke to walk, the nurse aide should assist

When helping a client who is recovering from a stroke to walk, you should stay on the client's weak side. Walk next to and slightly behind the client to be ready to suddenly support the weak side.

When transferring a client, MOST of the client's weight should be supported by the nurse aide's

legs; When transferring a client, position yourself to support the client by using your legs. Keep your back straight and locked; do not turn or twist. If you bend, do so at the hips, not the waist. Make sure to give the resident a cue

The nurse aide notices that the client's radio cord is draped across a chair to reach the nearest outlet. The FIRST thing the nurse aide should do is

see if any changes can be made so that the radio can be plugged in safely. All facilities must comply with the electrical safety standards of governmental and accrediting agencies. Client devices, including radios or televisions, must be approved according to the facility's policies

Which of the following people provide treatment for persons who have difficulty talking due to disorders such as a stroke or physical defects?

speech therapist