( prometric practice test )
A nurse aide is walking a resident using a gait belt. The resident tells the nurse aide she feels
dizzy. The nurse aide should
A. hold the gait belt tighter and ask the resident to rest for a minute.
B. suggest the resident lean on the nurse aide for more support.
C. guide the resident over to the handrail and ask to hold.
D. ease the resident to the floor if a chair is not available. - D. ease the resident to the floor if a
chair is not available.
While feeding a resident, the nurse aide notices that the resident is coughing a lot after each
drink of fluid. What is teh appropriate response by the nurse aide?
A. Allow the resident more time to swallow.
B. Use a straw when giving the resident fluids.
C. Add a thickening product to the resident's fluids.
D. Stop feeding and ask a nurse to check the resident. - D. Stop feeding and ask a nurse to
check the resident.
Which of the following BEST describes the daily routine needs of residents with dimentia?
A. It is important that the resident's day be kept full of activities.
B. Changing daily routine is often helpful to residents with dementia.
C. Provide opportunities for activity and periods for rest is important.
D. Following a strict schedule is required to decrease confusion. - C. Provide opportunities for
activity and periods for rest is important.
A resident is admitted to the nursing home for rehabilitation after a stroke. The plan is for the
resident to stay only a short time, before returning home. Which of the following shows the best
support of the resident's needs?
A. Provide total care for the resident.
B. Set high standards for the resident's achievements.
C. Help the resident focus on even small accomplishments.
D. Remind the resident taht she will be happier when she is home. - C. Help the resident focus
on even small accomplishments.
While bathing a resident who is comatose, the nurse aide notices a redened area on the left hip.
Once reported, the charge nurse is likely to request that the nurse aide
A. massage the area using lotion
B. apply a dry protective dressing over the area.
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