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    A mentally ill resident is likely to

    • Believe she is someone other than herself
    • Be fearful, without good reason
    • Live in her own world
    • All of the above
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Nursing assistant are caregivers to patients in and outside the hospital. Are you planning on becoming one? Below is a Nursing assistant exam D page 4 learning express designed to ensure you pass the exam and are ready for the actual job, give it a try and see how ready you are.

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  • 2. 

    Which residents will want to jhelp with their own care and decisions?

    • Men residents

    • Women residents

    • Young residents

    • All residents

    Correct Answer
    A. All residents
    Explanation
    All residents want to do their own care if possible in order to feel useful and remain independent

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  • 3. 

    The meaning of sexuality for residents includes

    • Caring about their appearance

    • Needing private time with a partner

    • Wanting sexual interaction

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    All of these are aspects of sexuality and are normal human needs

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  • 4. 

    A cane, walker, and crutches are all used to help a resident walk. What else do they have in common?

    • Residents must know how to use them correctly

    • They must all have rubber tips to prevent slipping

    • They must all be fitted to the resident

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Residents vary in height and weight, and all equipment must be safe

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  • 5. 

    Teaching a resident to use a wheelchair includes showing him how to

    • Use the footrests

    • Use the brakes

    • Turn corners

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The wheelchair can be dangerous, and an accident can occur unless instructions are explained prior to use

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  • 6. 

    Special devices that residents use to dress themselves include

    • Velcro closings

    • An extended shoe horn

    • A zipper pull

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    All of the listed equipment is used by handicapped people to promote activities of daily living

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  • 7. 

    If a resident complains of a burning, tingling skin area, you should first

    • Rub the area well with lotion

    • Report the complaint to the licensed nurse

    • Keep an eye on the area for a few days

    • Use cornstarch on the area

    Correct Answer
    A. Report the complaint to the licensed nurse
    Explanation
    This may be an indication of a serious condition and should be reported immediately

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  • 8. 

    When changing  a pillowcase, you should not hold the pillow under your chin because this would

    • Tear the pillowcase

    • Drop the pillowcase

    • Dampen the pillowcase

    • Spread bacteria

    Correct Answer
    A. Spread bacteria
    Explanation
    Inhaling the bacteria can cause infection to the health care worker

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  • 9. 

    Reality orientation techniques include

    • Labeling items in the resident's room

    • Putting up calendars and clocks

    • Using familiar items in the resident's room

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    These aids assist the patient to know where his room is and what date it is

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  • 10. 

    Older adults often experience depression as a result of

    • Loss of a spouse

    • Loss of friends

    • Decreasing physical strength

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Aging can include any and all of the listed events, and these events could provoke depression in a patient of any age

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  • 11. 

    Two residents have decided to become a couple. They may

    • Hold hands

    • Spend a lot of time together

    • Insist on eating together

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Relationships are common in a nursing home and allow both individuals to feel needed and desiralbe

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  • 12. 

    A resident with a paralyzed left arm may be able to feed herself if she uses a

    • Plate guard

    • Built up spoon

    • Zipper pull

    • A and b only

    Correct Answer
    A. A and b only
    Explanation
    Encourage independence by using mechanical devices to assist the resident

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  • 13. 

    Mrs. Bell is a mentally ill resident who is under good control. The licensed nurse instructs you to observe her for signs of mental problems, which may include

    • Visiting with other residents

    • Talking about imaginary friends

    • Trusting staff members

    • Having dreams at night

    Correct Answer
    A. Talking about imaginary friends
    Explanation
    Imagining friends might indicate regression or aside effect of medication. Report this occurrence

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  • 14. 

    Which statement about a family's involvement in a resident's care is correct?

    • Families should be asked to attend care plan meetings

    • Families should be asked to leave during care plan meetings

    • Families' may attend religious services only

    • Families may attend religious services only

    Correct Answer
    A. Families should be asked to attend care plan meetings
    Explanation
    Family and patient involvement in the care plan promotes communication and continuity of care

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  • 15. 

    Because of lack of exercise, bedridden residents often develop

    • Decubitus ulcers

    • Foot drop

    • Contractures and muscle atrophy

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Exercise promotes and improves circulation in bedridden patients

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  • 16. 

    When you have a resident sit and dangle her legs before getting up, you should watch for

    • Sudden paleness

    • Excessive sweating

    • Increased respirations

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Any sudden change in the patient's condition must be reported immediately

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  • 17. 

    Before any transfer, you should

    • Have the nurse's approval

    • Know the proper procedure

    • Use a transfer belt if needed

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Body mechanics promote good musculoskeletal alignment

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  • 18. 

    Which bedmaking procedure is used when the resident remains in teh bed?

    • Unoccupied bedmaking procedure

    • Occupied bedmaking procedures

    • Circle bedmarking procedure

    • Procedure using only fitted sheets

    Correct Answer
    A. Occupied bedmaking procedures
    Explanation
    When the patient is bedridden, the bed sheets need to be changed with the patient in bed. This is called an occupied bed

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  • 19. 

    You have been caring for Mrs. Jewell fo rfour hours, and during that time she has asked you to take her to the bathroom every 15 minutes. Your best action is to

    • Trade residents with anther nursing assistant

    • Put her to bed with a waterproof underpad

    • Discuss her behavior with the licensed nurse

    • Ignore her for a while

    Correct Answer
    A. Discuss her behavior with the licensed nurse
    Explanation
    Ask the nurse if this is normal behavior for Mrs. Jewell

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  • 20. 

    Rhonda, an 18 year old, is a resident admitted for long term rehabilitation. She tells you she wants to attend teh local community college. This seems

    • Appropriate for her age

    • A waste of time

    • An excuse to leave the facility

    • A waste money

    Correct Answer
    A. Appropriate for her age
    Explanation
    Rhonda wants to continue her education and socialized with people her own age. This desire should be encouraged

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  • 21. 

    When assisting a blind resident to eat, you should set the plate up as a

    • Clock face

    • Human face

    • Pyramid

    • Calculator

    Correct Answer
    A. Clock face
    Explanation
    This allows for independence

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  • 22. 

    The major moves in range of motion exercises include

    • Abduction and adduction

    • Flexion and extension

    • Rotation, supination, and pronation

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    All of the above are major body movements that provide muscle stimulation

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  • 23. 

    During the bowel and bladder retraining period, the nursing assistant should

    • Offer water frequently

    • See that the resident eats a well-balanced diet

    • Encourage the resident to remain active

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Hydration and nutrition promote good elimination

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  • 24. 

    Signs of possible skin problems include

    • Rashes

    • Blisters

    • Redness

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Any skin irritation can cause a decubitus ulcer and needs to be reported

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  • 25. 

    Signs of dementia in the elderly include

    • A good memory

    • Ability to solve difficult math problems

    • Confusion

    • Sleeplessness

    Correct Answer
    A. Confusion
    Explanation
    Lack of orientation to person, place, and date is a sign of dementia

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  • 26. 

    If a elderly resident begins to wander and becomes confused, you should

    • Leave her in her pajamas for easier care

    • Joke with her about her funny ideas

    • Report her behavior for evaluation

    • Tell her family she is near death

    Correct Answer
    A. Report her behavior for evaluation
    Explanation
    Any usual or new behavior should be reported for accurate diagnosis by the physician

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  • 27. 

    How often should a resident be repositioned if he cannot move himself?

    • Every hour

    • Every 2 hours

    • Every 3 hours

    • Every 4 hours

    Correct Answer
    A. Every 2 hours
    Explanation
    This is the maximum time a resident should be left in one position. Frequent turning promotes good circulation

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  • 28. 

    If Mrs. Force loses her temper and starts swearing, you should

    • Put her in her room

    • Swear back at her

    • Ignore the outburst

    • Follow the care plan

    Correct Answer
    A. Follow the care plan
    Explanation
    Do not reinforce negative behavior. The care plan should communicate what the staff is to do should the resident engage in undesirable behavior

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  • 29. 

    The Hoyer lift is used to

    • Prevent injuries to health care workers

    • Move residents who are very heavy or weak

    • Move a resident when only one worker is free

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The lift ensure safety for both resident and health care worker. It can be used on obese, paralyzed, or bland residents

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  • 30. 

    When transferring a resident from the bed to a chair, you should always

    • Unlock the brakes on the chair first

    • Lock the bakes on the chair first

    • Use a Hoyer life

    • Put socks on the resident first

    Correct Answer
    A. Lock the bakes on the chair first
    Explanation
    Locking the brakes will prevent the chair from rolling and the patient from falling

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  • 31. 

    Which statement about mentally retarded residents is correct?

    • They should be treated like children

    • They cannot walk or talk

    • They are suspicious of strangers

    • They learn at a slow pace

    Correct Answer
    A. They learn at a slow pace
    Explanation
    In mentally retarded residents, learning is slower than normal, but it still occurs and should be encouraged

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  • 32. 

    Mrs. Sinclair is an agitated resident who must be turned every two hours all night along. When  you wake her, you should first

    • Turn on the light

    • Speak quietly and calmly

    • Touch her shoulder

    • Shout her name

    Correct Answer
    A. Speak quietly and calmly
    Explanation
    Do not startle the resident, as this may agitate her. Speak as you enter the room

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  • 33. 

    Signs of depression include

    • Decreased appetite

    • Attending activities daily

    • Decreased heart rate

    • Laughing and smiling

    Correct Answer
    A. Decreased appetite
    Explanation
    Lack of appetite may be caused by many diseases, especially depression

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  • 34. 

    Mrs. Nelson has right-sideed weakness. For her mouth care, you should

    • Do it for her

    • Pay particular attention to the left side of the mouth

    • Tell her to get out the equipment and do it herself

    • Let her do as much as she can and assist as needed

    Correct Answer
    A. Let her do as much as she can and assist as needed
    Explanation
    Encourage independence as much as possible

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  • 35. 

    Placing a resident in good alignment means you should

    • Keep his joints oiled

    • Keep him as straight as possible

    • Keep him sitting up during the day

    • Make sure he stands at least five hours per day

    Correct Answer
    A. Keep him as straight as possible
    Explanation
    Body alignment promotes circulatory status and prevents contractions

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  • 36. 

    Residents with Alzheimer's disease may show which of the following symptoms?

    • High fever accompanied by chills

    • Clear memory of the distant past

    • Chest pains and difficulty breathing

    • Physical and mental decline

    Correct Answer
    A. Physical and mental decline
    Explanation
    The Alzheimer's patient suffers from physical and mental decline

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  • 37. 

    When turning or positioning a resident in bed, use the method that

    • Is quickest and easiest for you

    • The resident prefers

    • Uses good body mechanics

    • You most prefer

    Correct Answer
    A. Uses good body mechanics
    Explanation
    Always use proper mechanics to ensure the safety of the resident an yourself

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  • 38. 

    Which statement about bladder retraining programs is correct?

    • They should be completed within two weeks

    • They should include the entire health care team

    • They should involve withholding all fluids

    • They should be planned for all residents

    Correct Answer
    A. They should include the entire health care team
    Explanation
    Retraining can be successful only if all caregivers are involved

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  • 39. 

    Special protective devices used to decrease the risk of decubitus ulcers include the

    • Egg carton mattress

    • Hoyer lift

    • Walker

    • Orthotic device

    Correct Answer
    A. Egg carton mattress
    Explanation
    The egg carton stimulates the skin and allows for ventilation around the skin

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  • 40. 

    If a resident is upset and yelling, it may help her if you

    • Say sternly, " Quiet down!"

    • Shut her door for privacy

    • Offer to cal the doctor

    • Sit with her and listen

    Correct Answer
    A. Sit with her and listen
    Explanation
    Calm the patient down and allow her to voice her concerns in a constructive way

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  • 41. 

    Mrs. Larkin, age 52, was the victim of an industrial accident. She was a foreman and a union leader. To help her maintain her dignity as an adult you might suggest that she

    • Read industrial magazines

    • Serve on the resident council

    • Rent movies

    • Attend bingo

    Correct Answer
    A. Serve on the resident council
    Explanation
    As a former foreman and leader, Mrs. Larkin needs to feel useful and involved

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  • 42. 

    A cane should be used on

    • The affected side

    • The unaffected side

    • Either side, depending on how the resident feels

    • The weak side one day and the strong side the next

    Correct Answer
    A. The unaffected side
    Explanation
    This position will provide balance and support for the resident. The cane should be properly fitted

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  • 43. 

    Safety precautions for hot treatments should include

    • Leaving on the treatment for the time ordered

    • Stopping the treatment if the skin is reddened

    • Giving the treatment through a protective pad

    • Both a and b

    Correct Answer
    A. Both a and b
    Explanation
    Check the skin frequently for redness and remove the soak if the soak if the patient complains of burning

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  • 44. 

    A resident who is in middle adulthood would be likely to be concerned about her

    • Teenage children

    • Elderly parents

    • Grandchildren

    • A and b only

    Correct Answer
    A. A and b only
    Explanation
    As middle-aged adults, parents worry about their teenage children and their elderly parents

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  • 45. 

    Two residents, Mary and Joe, spend a lot of time together as a couple. When Mary ggets the flu, she may

    • Think about Joe all the time

    • Want to be with Joe anyway

    • Want to be alone until she is better

    • Be embarrassed about her illness

    Correct Answer
    A. Want to be alone until she is better
    Explanation
    Illness may affect the patient's mental, social and physical well-being. allow her privacy

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  • 46. 

    To change your direction, you should

    • Turn your whole body by moving your feet

    • Twist from the waist

    • Move your body in sections

    • Move very slowly

    Correct Answer
    A. Turn your whole body by moving your feet
    Explanation
    Moving the whole body prevents twisting the back muscles and an injury

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  • 47. 

    Decubitus ulcers are also called

    • Pressure sores

    • Skin ulcers

    • Pressure ulcers

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    all of these are names for decubitus ulcers

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  • 48. 

    Jane is a 24 year old resident with muscular dystrophy. She has a supportive family, but she talks often of her desire to have a boyfriend. This feeling is best described as

    • Normal

    • Foolish

    • Both a and b

    • Hopeless

    Correct Answer
    A. Normal
    Explanation
    All patients need to feel wanted and to share their feelings with another person. This is normal behavior

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  • 49. 

    A goal for Mrs. Force is for her not to swear at the nurse or aides. When she calls you by your name, you should

    • Smile and give the appropriate reward

    • Go about your business

    • Tease Mrs. Force about not swearing

    • Tell everyone in hearing distance that she didn't swear

    Correct Answer
    A. Smile and give the appropriate reward
    Explanation
    Positive reinforcement encourages good behavior

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