CNABasic Nursing Skills Latest Exam Questions
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Rheumatoid arthritis may
Have periods of remission
Cause deformities
Cause pain and muscle spasms
All of the above - ANSWER All of the above
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease. The patient's immune system
attacks the lining of the membranes that surround the joints, causing severe pain,
swelling, redness, and muscle spasms. Over time, the joints become deformed. There
can be periods of remission, but there is no cure for RA.
The period of heart muscle contraction is called - ANSWER Systole
Systole (pronounced "SIS-toe-lee") is the time when the heart muscles contract, sending
oxygenated blood to the body. It produces the first sound heard when taking a blood
pressure, called the systolic pressure.
When making an occupied bed, the nurse aide should always
Put the dirty sheets on the floor.
Keep the bed at the lowest level for patient safety.
Lower both side rails before changing the sheets.
Raise the side rail on the unattended side. - ANSWER Raise the side rail on the
unattended side.
,Making an occupied bed involves changing the bed linens while keeping the patient
comfortable. Use a privacy sheet to cover the patient during the process. Always raise
the side rail on the opposite side of where you are working to prevent the patient from
rolling out or falling. If the patient is able, they can hold onto the side rail. Adjust the
bed height to avoid injuring your back. Return the bed to its lowest level when you are
finished.
A patient has a diagnosis of psoriasis. Her nurse aide should
wear a mask when entering the room.
wear gloves for patient care.
avoid contact with the highly contagious lesions.
treat her the same as any other patient with a non-infectious disease. - ANSWER treat
her the same as any other patient with a non-infectious disease.
Auto-immune diseases are never contagious. They happen when the body's defense
(immune) system attacks its own healthy tissue by mistake. Besides psoriasis, other
examples of an auto-immune disease are lupus, celiac disease, multiple sclerosis, and
type 1 diabetes. Client care is the same as for any other client without an auto-immune
disease.
While taking a rectal temperature the nurse aide should insert the thermometer and
hold onto the thermometer until it can be removed.
go on his break.
take care of other patients and return in three minutes.
stay in the room until it is time to read the temperature. - ANSWER hold onto the
thermometer until it can be removed.
,A rectal temperature is the most accurate, but needs to be done correctly. After placing
the client in Sim's position, lubricate the thermometer and gently insert it about one or
two inches into the rectum. Hold the thermometer in place for two minutes to prevent
it being pushed out or advancing into the rectum. After withdrawing it, wipe it with a
gauze pad, read the temperature, and place the thermometer in the "used" container.
Signs and symptoms of shock may include
Increased blood pressure, bradycardia, and flushed skin
Low blood pressure, tachycardia, clammy, pale skin
Hyperventilation
Absence of respirations and pulse - ANSWER Low blood pressure, tachycardia, clammy,
pale skin
Signs of shock include low blood pressure (hypotension), a rapid heart rate
(tachycardia), a weak pulse, and pale skin which can be damp or clammy. The client may
also be breathing rapidly (hyperventilation). The client may also be confused or not
alert. Shock is an emergency situation, requiring rapid treatment.
A normal adult blood pressure is
134/90
80/40
180/80
116/70 - ANSWER 116/70
The American Heart Association guidelines state that a normal blood pressure for an
adult is a systolic pressure of less than 120 and diastolic less than 80. Prehypertension
, levels are a systolic pressure of 120-139 and diastolic of 80-89. Hypertension begins at a
systolic pressure of 140 or higher and diastolic of 90 or higher.
The proper temperature for a soapsuds enema is
105°F
115°F
84°F
98.6°F - ANSWER 105°F
The proper temperature for a soapsuds enema is 105°F. This is slightly warmer than
body temperature, or lukewarm.
Which of the following is true regarding the use of side rails on a bed?
Side rails on one side of a bed should be raised at all times.
Side rails should not be raised unless stated in the care plan.
Side rails should be raised at night.
Side rails should be raised on both sides when making an occupied bed. - ANSWER Side
rails should not be raised unless stated in the care plan.
Bed rails can be a safety risk for some clients who could be injured while trying to get
out of bed. Clients can also become trapped or strangled in bed rails. Using bed rails
without permission can be seen as an attempt to restrain the client. Always follow the
care plan regarding use of bed rails.
When the valves in the legs weaken it can result in
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Rheumatoid arthritis may
Have periods of remission
Cause deformities
Cause pain and muscle spasms
All of the above - ANSWER All of the above
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease. The patient's immune system
attacks the lining of the membranes that surround the joints, causing severe pain,
swelling, redness, and muscle spasms. Over time, the joints become deformed. There
can be periods of remission, but there is no cure for RA.
The period of heart muscle contraction is called - ANSWER Systole
Systole (pronounced "SIS-toe-lee") is the time when the heart muscles contract, sending
oxygenated blood to the body. It produces the first sound heard when taking a blood
pressure, called the systolic pressure.
When making an occupied bed, the nurse aide should always
Put the dirty sheets on the floor.
Keep the bed at the lowest level for patient safety.
Lower both side rails before changing the sheets.
Raise the side rail on the unattended side. - ANSWER Raise the side rail on the
unattended side.
,Making an occupied bed involves changing the bed linens while keeping the patient
comfortable. Use a privacy sheet to cover the patient during the process. Always raise
the side rail on the opposite side of where you are working to prevent the patient from
rolling out or falling. If the patient is able, they can hold onto the side rail. Adjust the
bed height to avoid injuring your back. Return the bed to its lowest level when you are
finished.
A patient has a diagnosis of psoriasis. Her nurse aide should
wear a mask when entering the room.
wear gloves for patient care.
avoid contact with the highly contagious lesions.
treat her the same as any other patient with a non-infectious disease. - ANSWER treat
her the same as any other patient with a non-infectious disease.
Auto-immune diseases are never contagious. They happen when the body's defense
(immune) system attacks its own healthy tissue by mistake. Besides psoriasis, other
examples of an auto-immune disease are lupus, celiac disease, multiple sclerosis, and
type 1 diabetes. Client care is the same as for any other client without an auto-immune
disease.
While taking a rectal temperature the nurse aide should insert the thermometer and
hold onto the thermometer until it can be removed.
go on his break.
take care of other patients and return in three minutes.
stay in the room until it is time to read the temperature. - ANSWER hold onto the
thermometer until it can be removed.
,A rectal temperature is the most accurate, but needs to be done correctly. After placing
the client in Sim's position, lubricate the thermometer and gently insert it about one or
two inches into the rectum. Hold the thermometer in place for two minutes to prevent
it being pushed out or advancing into the rectum. After withdrawing it, wipe it with a
gauze pad, read the temperature, and place the thermometer in the "used" container.
Signs and symptoms of shock may include
Increased blood pressure, bradycardia, and flushed skin
Low blood pressure, tachycardia, clammy, pale skin
Hyperventilation
Absence of respirations and pulse - ANSWER Low blood pressure, tachycardia, clammy,
pale skin
Signs of shock include low blood pressure (hypotension), a rapid heart rate
(tachycardia), a weak pulse, and pale skin which can be damp or clammy. The client may
also be breathing rapidly (hyperventilation). The client may also be confused or not
alert. Shock is an emergency situation, requiring rapid treatment.
A normal adult blood pressure is
134/90
80/40
180/80
116/70 - ANSWER 116/70
The American Heart Association guidelines state that a normal blood pressure for an
adult is a systolic pressure of less than 120 and diastolic less than 80. Prehypertension
, levels are a systolic pressure of 120-139 and diastolic of 80-89. Hypertension begins at a
systolic pressure of 140 or higher and diastolic of 90 or higher.
The proper temperature for a soapsuds enema is
105°F
115°F
84°F
98.6°F - ANSWER 105°F
The proper temperature for a soapsuds enema is 105°F. This is slightly warmer than
body temperature, or lukewarm.
Which of the following is true regarding the use of side rails on a bed?
Side rails on one side of a bed should be raised at all times.
Side rails should not be raised unless stated in the care plan.
Side rails should be raised at night.
Side rails should be raised on both sides when making an occupied bed. - ANSWER Side
rails should not be raised unless stated in the care plan.
Bed rails can be a safety risk for some clients who could be injured while trying to get
out of bed. Clients can also become trapped or strangled in bed rails. Using bed rails
without permission can be seen as an attempt to restrain the client. Always follow the
care plan regarding use of bed rails.
When the valves in the legs weaken it can result in
