Generally speaking, in what position should a bed be left after a nursing assistant has
finished giving care?
a) upright position
b) lowest position
c) about two inches away from the wall
d) highest position - ANS-lowest position
If a resident starts to fall after standing up, the NA should...
a) use her body to slide the resident to the floor
b) push the resident gently into her wheelchair
c) have the resident use the nearest piece of heavy furniture to brace herself d) prop
the resident up to try to stop the fall - ANS-use her body to slide the resident to the
floor
which of the following should always be locked before giving care?
a) bathroom door
b) bedside table
c) bed wheels
d) door to the resident's room - ANS-bed wheels
Those at greatest risk for burns are....
a) middle-aged adults who are not active
b) young adults
c) people who have a loss of sensation
d) teenagers who are careless - ANS-people who have a loss of sensation
Scalds are burns caused by - ANS-hot liquids
how long does it take for a serious burn to occur with a liquid at a temp of 140 degrees?
- ANS-5 seconds or less
how should an NA check the temp of hot water? - ANS-using a water thermometer
what should an NA do if an appliance has a grayed cord or looks unsafe? - ANS-NA
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