SOLUTION MANUAL
◉2. A walker may be used if the client can. Answer: A resident must
be able to support some weight before using a walker.
◉3. A cane should be used on. Answer: If the cane is not used on the
strong side, the resident may fall.
◉4. A nurse aide is collecting linens for a bed change and drops a
sheet on the floor. What should the nurse aide do?. Answer: To
prevent contamination and the spread of microorganisms, the sheet
should be put in the soiled linen hamper.
◉5. When applying a cold treatment to a patient, it is important to
observe the patient closely for signs of. Answer: Cyanosis is an
indication of poor circulation, which could lead to tissue death. The
nurse aide should stop the treatment and report it to the charge
nurse.
◉6. The purpose of correctly positioning the client is to. Answer:
Correctly positioning a patient should prevent skin breakdown,
increase comfort, and maintain the function of joints and muscles.
, ◉7. A surgical bed should be left in what position?. Answer: The bed
should be level with the stretcher. This makes a transfer safer.
◉8. The preferred way to remove a bedpan from a client who is
unable to lift her buttocks is to. Answer: Turning the resident is the
easiest method, and it is important to hold the pan to prevent
spilling the contents.
◉9. After shaving a patient with a safety razor, the nurse aide
should. Answer: Sharps containers are puncture resistant. They are
used to prevent contact with blood borne pathogens.
◉10. When a client complains that his dentures are hurting, the
appropriate action is to. Answer: Always bring such complaints to
the charge nurse.
◉11. A nurse aide notices that a water pitcher has spilled onto the
floor. The best action for the aide to perform is to. Answer: Take care
of spills immediately, or a patient may be injured while waiting for
housekeeping.
◉12. Upon entering a room, the nurse aide notices that a patient is
not breathing. The aide's first action is to. Answer: Call for help to
activate the facility's emergency medical services. Early activation
increases the client's chances for survival.