The first stage of the grieving process, the resident shows signs of:
A. Denial
B. bargaining
C. depression
D. all of the above correct answers A. Denial
Signs of approaching death include:
A. cooling of the skin beginning with the lower extremities
B. constricted pupils
C. steady, slow pulse
D. all of the above correct answers D. All of the above
When caring for a dying resident:
A. be as quiet as possible and do not speak when providing care
B. always explain procedures before doing them
C. do not move resident in bed, as this is painful and disturbing
D. all of the above correct answers B. always explain procedures before doing them
Alzheimer's disease affects:
A. memory
B. judgment
C. ability to think
D. all of the above correct answers D. all of the above
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) symptoms include:
A. confusion, shallow breathing, sweaty
B. cold or clammy skin
C. blurred or double vision
D. all of the above correct answers D. all of the above
Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) symptoms include:
A. thirst, increased urination, abdominal pain, cramps, nausea, vomiting, dim vision
B. hunger, restlessness, weakness, dizziness
C. confusion, slurred speech, rapid pulse
D. both a and c correct answers D. both A and C
Sundowning is:
A. being overwhelmed by stimuli
B. being aware of person, place and time
C. hearing, smelling, and seeing things that are not there
D. increased confusion and restlessness in late afternoon, evening, and night correct answers D. increased confusion and restlessness in late afternoon, evening and night True or False: When a resident is sundowning, should a nursing assistant set their bedtime routine. correct answers True
When caring for a resident with a urinary catheter what position should the drainage bag always be kept:
A. above the level of the bladder
B. below the level of the bladder
C. at the level of the bladder
D. all of the above correct answers B. below the level of the bladder
Hospice care provides care for:
A. Persons diagnosed with terminal illness
B. has 6 months or less to live
C. treatment for dying person to improve comfort and quality of life
D. all of the above correct answers D. all of the above
When undressing a dependent, which side will you undress first:
A. the affected side
B. the unaffected side
C. whatever side is easiest to get off
D. it does not matter correct answers B. the unaffected side
Which of the following affect normal bowel elimination:
A. immobility
B. inadequate fluid intake
C. change in diet
D. all the above correct answers D. all of the above
What of the following are signs or symptoms of urinary tract infection:
A. pain or burning on urination
B. voiding frequently in small amounts
C. presence of blood, pus, or mucus in urine
D. all the above correct answers D. all of the above
The average adult eliminates:
A. 500mL of urine a per day
B. 1000mL of urine a per day
C. 1500mL of urine a per day
D. 4500mL of urine a per day correct answers C. 1500mL of urine per day
The urinary system:
A. removes solid wast from the digestive system
B. removes waste from the blood and regulates water in the body
C. recirculates wast products through the system
D. non of the above correct answers B. Removes waste from the blood and regulates water in the
body