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1. Mrs. Jones is scheduled for a partial bed bath. This means you must wash her
Face, underarms, hands and buttocks
Face, hands, axillae, buttocks and genitals
Face, hands, underarms and legs
Face, neck, ears, arms and hands
2. What is the recommended position for clients receiving an enema?
In a semisitting position.
On the right side.
Flat on the back.
On the left side.
3. When responding to a client on the intercom, you should
Say, 'The nurse will answer your call.'
Ask for the client's name.
Say, 'What do you want?'
Give your name and position and say, 'May I help you?'
4. Which side should the nurse aide stand on when transferring a client with a
weak left side?
Left side
In front of the client
, Right side
Behind the client
5. If a nurse aide notices that the wheels of the wheelchair are not locked while
preparing to assist a client, what should they do next?
Lock the wheels before proceeding with the transfer.
Move the wheelchair to a different location.
Assist the client regardless of the wheelchair's condition.
Ask the client if they feel safe to transfer.
6. Why is it important for the nurse aide to leave the call light within reach of a
client using the commode?
It allows the client to call for assistance if needed.
It ensures the client is not left alone.
It prevents the client from needing to use the commode.
It helps the client feel more secure.
7. Why is it important for the nurse aide not to inform the patient about counting
respirations?
To allow the aide to focus on other tasks simultaneously.
To comply with hospital policy on patient communication.
To ensure the patient does not alter their breathing pattern due to
anxiety or awareness.
To make the patient feel more comfortable during the procedure.
,8. Discuss why engaging in public fondling is inappropriate behavior for long-
term-care clients compared to other aspects of sexuality.
Engaging in public fondling is encouraged to promote openness,
unlike desiring sexual interaction.
Engaging in public fondling is inappropriate as it violates social
norms and privacy, while other aspects like needing private time or
caring about appearance are normal expressions of sexuality.
Engaging in public fondling is a common practice in long-term care
facilities, unlike caring about one's appearance.
Engaging in public fondling is acceptable as it shows affection, unlike
needing private time which is unnecessary.
9. What is one method to confirm a patient's identity in a healthcare setting?
Observing their physical characteristics.
Checking the name tag.
Asking for their date of birth.
Reviewing their medical history.
10. What action should a nursing assistant take if a diabetic client receives an
inappropriate snack?
Substitute diet soda for the ice cream.
Call the kitchen and ask for a replacement snack.
Hold the afternoon snack and report to the charge nurse.
Allow the client to have the entire snack.
, 11. If a nurse aide encounters a malfunctioning elevator while moving a
wheelchair, what should they do to ensure the client's safety?
Leave the client unattended until the elevator is fixed.
Seek an alternative route or wait for assistance before proceeding.
Push the wheelchair into the elevator anyway.
Attempt to fix the elevator immediately.
12. A nurse is preparing to obtain a client's vital signs. When washing her hands,
which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Turn off the faucet with a clean paper towel after drying hands.
Generate a lather by rubbing the hands together vigorously for 5
seconds.
Hold her hands above level while washing and rinsing.
Rinse her forearms with running water before applying soap.
13. Why is it important to reposition clients every two hours during a shift?
Clients should be repositioned only if they show signs of discomfort.
Repositioning is not necessary for clients who are able to move
independently.
Repositioning clients every two hours helps prevent pressure ulcers
and promotes circulation.
Repositioning is only necessary if the client requests it.
14. Why is it important for a nurse aide to acknowledge a resident's emotions
during personal care?
It is not important as long as the care is completed.
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1. Mrs. Jones is scheduled for a partial bed bath. This means you must wash her
Face, underarms, hands and buttocks
Face, hands, axillae, buttocks and genitals
Face, hands, underarms and legs
Face, neck, ears, arms and hands
2. What is the recommended position for clients receiving an enema?
In a semisitting position.
On the right side.
Flat on the back.
On the left side.
3. When responding to a client on the intercom, you should
Say, 'The nurse will answer your call.'
Ask for the client's name.
Say, 'What do you want?'
Give your name and position and say, 'May I help you?'
4. Which side should the nurse aide stand on when transferring a client with a
weak left side?
Left side
In front of the client
, Right side
Behind the client
5. If a nurse aide notices that the wheels of the wheelchair are not locked while
preparing to assist a client, what should they do next?
Lock the wheels before proceeding with the transfer.
Move the wheelchair to a different location.
Assist the client regardless of the wheelchair's condition.
Ask the client if they feel safe to transfer.
6. Why is it important for the nurse aide to leave the call light within reach of a
client using the commode?
It allows the client to call for assistance if needed.
It ensures the client is not left alone.
It prevents the client from needing to use the commode.
It helps the client feel more secure.
7. Why is it important for the nurse aide not to inform the patient about counting
respirations?
To allow the aide to focus on other tasks simultaneously.
To comply with hospital policy on patient communication.
To ensure the patient does not alter their breathing pattern due to
anxiety or awareness.
To make the patient feel more comfortable during the procedure.
,8. Discuss why engaging in public fondling is inappropriate behavior for long-
term-care clients compared to other aspects of sexuality.
Engaging in public fondling is encouraged to promote openness,
unlike desiring sexual interaction.
Engaging in public fondling is inappropriate as it violates social
norms and privacy, while other aspects like needing private time or
caring about appearance are normal expressions of sexuality.
Engaging in public fondling is a common practice in long-term care
facilities, unlike caring about one's appearance.
Engaging in public fondling is acceptable as it shows affection, unlike
needing private time which is unnecessary.
9. What is one method to confirm a patient's identity in a healthcare setting?
Observing their physical characteristics.
Checking the name tag.
Asking for their date of birth.
Reviewing their medical history.
10. What action should a nursing assistant take if a diabetic client receives an
inappropriate snack?
Substitute diet soda for the ice cream.
Call the kitchen and ask for a replacement snack.
Hold the afternoon snack and report to the charge nurse.
Allow the client to have the entire snack.
, 11. If a nurse aide encounters a malfunctioning elevator while moving a
wheelchair, what should they do to ensure the client's safety?
Leave the client unattended until the elevator is fixed.
Seek an alternative route or wait for assistance before proceeding.
Push the wheelchair into the elevator anyway.
Attempt to fix the elevator immediately.
12. A nurse is preparing to obtain a client's vital signs. When washing her hands,
which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Turn off the faucet with a clean paper towel after drying hands.
Generate a lather by rubbing the hands together vigorously for 5
seconds.
Hold her hands above level while washing and rinsing.
Rinse her forearms with running water before applying soap.
13. Why is it important to reposition clients every two hours during a shift?
Clients should be repositioned only if they show signs of discomfort.
Repositioning is not necessary for clients who are able to move
independently.
Repositioning clients every two hours helps prevent pressure ulcers
and promotes circulation.
Repositioning is only necessary if the client requests it.
14. Why is it important for a nurse aide to acknowledge a resident's emotions
during personal care?
It is not important as long as the care is completed.
