Test Bank For Mosby's Essentials
for Nursing Assistants, 7th Edition
by Leighann Remmert, Sheila
Sorrentino
Course
Nursing assistant
1. Before entering a resident's room, a nursing assistant should first:
A. Put on gloves immediately.
B. Knock, identify themselves, and wait for permission to enter.
C. Open the curtains.
D. Begin talking from the hallway.
Answer:
B. Knock, identify themselves, and wait for permission to enter.
Rationale:
Respecting privacy and introducing yourself promotes dignity and therapeutic communication.
Always knock before entering unless emergency circumstances exist.
2. Which resident should be reported to the nurse immediately?
A. A resident who refuses dessert.
B. A resident with new-onset chest pain and shortness of breath.
C. A resident requesting a blanket.
D. A resident taking an afternoon nap.
Answer:
B. A resident with new-onset chest pain and shortness of breath.
Rationale:
Chest pain and difficulty breathing may indicate a life-threatening emergency requiring
immediate nursing assessment.
3. The most effective way to prevent the spread of infection is to:
,A. Wear gloves all day.
B. Wash hands properly.
C. Wear two masks.
D. Clean equipment weekly.
Answer:
B. Wash hands properly.
Rationale:
Proper hand hygiene remains the single most effective method for preventing healthcare-
associated infections.
4. When should gloves be worn?
A. Only during bathing.
B. Whenever contact with blood or body fluids is anticipated.
C. Only during feeding.
D. Only when requested.
Answer:
B. Whenever contact with blood or body fluids is anticipated.
Rationale:
Gloves are part of Standard Precautions and reduce the risk of disease transmission.
5. Which action helps prevent falls?
A. Leave the bed elevated.
B. Keep the call light within reach.
C. Leave clutter on the floor.
D. Encourage residents to walk without assistance.
Answer:
B. Keep the call light within reach.
Rationale:
Residents are less likely to attempt unsafe ambulation when assistance is easily available.
6. Which position is commonly used for eating?
,A. Supine
B. Fowler's position
C. Trendelenburg
D. Prone
Answer:
B. Fowler's position
Rationale:
An upright position reduces aspiration risk and promotes easier swallowing.
7. A nursing assistant should always identify a resident by:
A. Room number only.
B. Asking another resident.
C. At least two approved identifiers according to facility policy.
D. Their clothing.
Answer:
C. At least two approved identifiers according to facility policy.
Rationale:
Using two identifiers helps prevent patient identification errors.
8. A normal adult oral temperature is approximately:
A. 95°F (35°C)
B. 98.6°F (37°C)
C. 101°F (38.3°C)
D. 104°F (40°C)
Answer:
B. 98.6°F (37°C)
Rationale:
Normal body temperature varies slightly but averages around 98.6°F.
9. Which pulse site is commonly used in adults?
, A. Femoral only
B. Radial artery
C. Temporal artery only
D. Popliteal artery
Answer:
B. Radial artery
Rationale:
The radial pulse is easy to access and commonly assessed in adults.
10. Blood pressure measures:
A. Blood sugar level.
B. Force of blood against artery walls.
C. Oxygen level.
D. Body temperature.
Answer:
B. Force of blood against artery walls.
Rationale:
Blood pressure reflects the pressure exerted during heart contraction and relaxation.
11. Which observation suggests dehydration?
A. Moist mucous membranes.
B. Dark concentrated urine.
C. Normal skin turgor.
D. Clear urine.
Answer:
B. Dark concentrated urine.
Rationale:
Dark urine often indicates inadequate fluid intake.
12. Residents with swallowing difficulties should:
for Nursing Assistants, 7th Edition
by Leighann Remmert, Sheila
Sorrentino
Course
Nursing assistant
1. Before entering a resident's room, a nursing assistant should first:
A. Put on gloves immediately.
B. Knock, identify themselves, and wait for permission to enter.
C. Open the curtains.
D. Begin talking from the hallway.
Answer:
B. Knock, identify themselves, and wait for permission to enter.
Rationale:
Respecting privacy and introducing yourself promotes dignity and therapeutic communication.
Always knock before entering unless emergency circumstances exist.
2. Which resident should be reported to the nurse immediately?
A. A resident who refuses dessert.
B. A resident with new-onset chest pain and shortness of breath.
C. A resident requesting a blanket.
D. A resident taking an afternoon nap.
Answer:
B. A resident with new-onset chest pain and shortness of breath.
Rationale:
Chest pain and difficulty breathing may indicate a life-threatening emergency requiring
immediate nursing assessment.
3. The most effective way to prevent the spread of infection is to:
,A. Wear gloves all day.
B. Wash hands properly.
C. Wear two masks.
D. Clean equipment weekly.
Answer:
B. Wash hands properly.
Rationale:
Proper hand hygiene remains the single most effective method for preventing healthcare-
associated infections.
4. When should gloves be worn?
A. Only during bathing.
B. Whenever contact with blood or body fluids is anticipated.
C. Only during feeding.
D. Only when requested.
Answer:
B. Whenever contact with blood or body fluids is anticipated.
Rationale:
Gloves are part of Standard Precautions and reduce the risk of disease transmission.
5. Which action helps prevent falls?
A. Leave the bed elevated.
B. Keep the call light within reach.
C. Leave clutter on the floor.
D. Encourage residents to walk without assistance.
Answer:
B. Keep the call light within reach.
Rationale:
Residents are less likely to attempt unsafe ambulation when assistance is easily available.
6. Which position is commonly used for eating?
,A. Supine
B. Fowler's position
C. Trendelenburg
D. Prone
Answer:
B. Fowler's position
Rationale:
An upright position reduces aspiration risk and promotes easier swallowing.
7. A nursing assistant should always identify a resident by:
A. Room number only.
B. Asking another resident.
C. At least two approved identifiers according to facility policy.
D. Their clothing.
Answer:
C. At least two approved identifiers according to facility policy.
Rationale:
Using two identifiers helps prevent patient identification errors.
8. A normal adult oral temperature is approximately:
A. 95°F (35°C)
B. 98.6°F (37°C)
C. 101°F (38.3°C)
D. 104°F (40°C)
Answer:
B. 98.6°F (37°C)
Rationale:
Normal body temperature varies slightly but averages around 98.6°F.
9. Which pulse site is commonly used in adults?
, A. Femoral only
B. Radial artery
C. Temporal artery only
D. Popliteal artery
Answer:
B. Radial artery
Rationale:
The radial pulse is easy to access and commonly assessed in adults.
10. Blood pressure measures:
A. Blood sugar level.
B. Force of blood against artery walls.
C. Oxygen level.
D. Body temperature.
Answer:
B. Force of blood against artery walls.
Rationale:
Blood pressure reflects the pressure exerted during heart contraction and relaxation.
11. Which observation suggests dehydration?
A. Moist mucous membranes.
B. Dark concentrated urine.
C. Normal skin turgor.
D. Clear urine.
Answer:
B. Dark concentrated urine.
Rationale:
Dark urine often indicates inadequate fluid intake.
12. Residents with swallowing difficulties should:
