CNA study guide test quiz with correct
answers
1 gram of carbohydrate - CORRECT ANSWER-4 calories
1 gram of fat - CORRECT ANSWER-9 calories
1 gram of protein - CORRECT ANSWER-4 calories
5 Steps of Nursing Process - CORRECT ANSWER-Assessment, Nursing diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, & Evalualtion
Accident Risk Factors - CORRECT ANSWER-Age (decreased strength, move slowly & less steady); Awareness of surroundings (person in coma); Impaired vision (may
not see toys, rugs, furniture or cords and may have problems reading labels on cleaners, drugs, and other containers); Impaired hearing (may not hear warning signals,
fire alarms, approaching meals cards, drug carts, stretchers, or persons in wheelchair; Impaired smell & touch (senses may be dulled and they cannot detect smoke or
gas odors, burns are a risk because of decreased pain sensation; Impaired mobility (cannot move quickly or safely away from d anger; Drugs (side effects could include
loss of balance, drowsiness, lack or coordination, reduced awareness, confusion, & disorientation)
Adult Blood Pressure - CORRECT ANSWER-120/80 is normal. Report any hypertension - (systolic pressure above 120 mm Hg or diastolic pressure above 80 mm Hg)
and report any hypotension - (Systolic pressure below 90 mm Hg and diastolic pressure below 60 mm Hg)
Adult Pulse Rate - CORRECT ANSWER-Between 60 - 100 beats per minute. (Report abnormal rates less 60 and more than 100 to nurse at once.)
Alert, oriented residents - CORRECT ANSWER-Resident knows who & where they are, the year, and time of day. They have physical problems. Disability level affects
the amount of care required. Some require complete care, others need help with daily activities
Anxiety Disorders - CORRECT ANSWER-Vague, unesy feeling in response to stress. Person senses danger or harm (real or imagined) Person acts to relieve unpleasant
feeling. Often occurs when needs are not met. SOME anxiety is normal
Apical Pulse - CORRECT ANSWER-Pulse felt on the left side of chest slightly below the nipple. Taken with a stethoscope.
Arthritis - CORRECT ANSWER-Joint inflammation; Pain and decreased mobility occur in the affect joints
Assessment - CORRECT ANSWER-Involves collecting information about the person; Nursing history is taken from family's health history, info from doctor, test results, &
past medical records
Assisting with Postmortem Care - CORRECT ANSWER-The body is positioned in normal alignment before rigor mortis sets in. Body should appear in a comfortable and
natural position for family viewing
Axillary Temp Range - CORRECT ANSWER-96.6 - 98.6 degrees F This site (under arm) is less reliable than other sites. It is used when the other sites cannot be used.
Brachial Pulse - CORRECT ANSWER-Pulse felt in bend of either arm (inner side - follow arm up from pinkie finger) Brachial Artery
Brainstem - CORRECT ANSWER-Connects the cerebrum to the spinal cord
Call System & Safety - CORRECT ANSWER-Always keep signal light within the person's reach -- in the room, bathroom, shower or tub (even if person cannot use it,
keep it within reach for use by visitor or staff who may need to signal for help); Place signal on strong side; Remind person to signal when help is needed; Answer signal
lights promptly (means they needs help); Answer bathroom & shower/tub signal lights AT ONCE (these are red and have a loud ri ng)
Cardiac Arrest - CORRECT ANSWER-The heart and breathing stop suddenly and without warning
Care for Person with Stroke - CORRECT ANSWER-Lateral position prevents aspiration; Coughing & Deep breathing are encouraged; Bed is kept in semi-Fowler's
position; Turning & repositioning are done at least every 2 hrs; Food & fluid needs are met; Elastic stockings prevent thrombi in the legs (blood clots); ROM exercises
prevent contractures; Catheter is inserted or bladder training program is started; Bowel trining program may be needed; Safety precautions are practiced (use bed rails
according to care plan); Keep signal light within reach on the person's UNAFFECTED side (if unable to use signal light, check person often); Person does as m uch self-
care as possible (assist as needed); Communication methods are established. Magic slates, pencil, paper, picture board, or other methods are used. Limit questions to
yes or no answers. Speak slowly. Allow person time to respond; Good skin care prevents pressure ulcers; Speech, physical, and occupational therapies are ordered;
Assistive & self-help devices are used as needed; Support, encouragement, & praise are given; Complete a safety check before leaving the room
Care of Body After Death - CORRECT ANSWER-Care begins after doctor pronounces the person dead. Postmortem care is given by a nurse and you may be asked to
assist. Care is done to maintain good appearance to the body and prevent discoloration and skin damage. Right to privacy and to be treated with dignity & respect apply
after death.
Carotid Pulse - CORRECT ANSWER-Pulse felt on either side of neck; carotid artery
Cartilage - CORRECT ANSWER-The connective tissue at the end of long bones; Cushions the joint so that bone ends do not rub together
Catheter Care - CORRECT ANSWER-Follow Standard Precautions & Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. Allow urine to flow freely through catheter or tubing and DO NOT
allow person to lie on it. Keep catheter connected to drainage tubing. Keep drainage bag below bladder. Attach bag to bed frame, back of chair, or lower part of IV pole
(DO NOT ATTACH TO BED RAIL OR PUT ON FLOOR). Coil drainage tubing on the bed and secure to bottom linen (tubing must not loop below the drainage bag).
Secure catheter to inner thigh or to a man's abdomen (prevents excess movement and friction at insertion site). Check for leaks; Provide catheter care daily or twice a day
(follow care plan). Empty bag at end of shift or as nurse directs, measure and record amount of urine, report increases or decreases in amount or urine. Use separate
measuring container for each person (prevents spread of microbes). Do not let drain on bag touch any surface. Encourage fluid intake as inst ructed by the nurse.
Causes of Skin Breakdown - CORRECT ANSWER-Pressure, friction, and shearing, breaks in the skin, poor circulation to an area, moisture, dry skin, irritation by urine &
feces. Older & disabled people at greater risk because skin is easily injured.
, Causes of Skin Tears - CORRECT ANSWER-Caused by friction and shearing, pulling, or pressure on the skin
Cerebellum - CORRECT ANSWER-Regulates and coordinate body movements: Controls balance and smooth movement of voluntary muscles
Cerebrum - CORRECT ANSWER-Largest part of the brain; Center of thought and intelligence
Clear-Liquid Diet - CORRECT ANSWER-Foods liquid at body temp and which leave small amounts of residue; non-irrating and non-gas forming; Liquids you can see
through
Closed Fracture - CORRECT ANSWER-Bone is broken but the skin in intact
Closed Reduction - CORRECT ANSWER-Moving the bone back into place - skin is not open
Communicating with Hearing Impaired Person - CORRECT ANSWER-Gain attention and alert person to your presence (DO NOT startle person); Position at person's
level; Face person when speaking; have person wearing hearing aid and make sure it's on; have person wearing needed eyeglasses to help for speech-reading; Speak
clearly, distinctly and slowly; adjust the pitch of your voice as needed and ask person if he or she can hear better now (low er without hearing aid and raise pitch with a
hearing aid); DO NOT cover your mouth, smoke, eat, or chew gum while talking; keep hands away from face; stand or sit on side of better ear; State topic of conversation
first; Tell person when you are changing the subject; Use short sentences and simple words; Use gestures & facial expressions to give useful clues; Write out important
names and words; Say things in another way if person looks confused; Keep conversations & discussions short; Repeat & rephras e statements as needed; Be alert to
messages sent by your facial expressions, gestures, and body language; Reduce or elimante background noise (shut-off radios, stereos, TVs air conditioners, and fans)
Compensation - CORRECT ANSWER-Make up for, replace, or substitute. Person makes up for or substitutes a strength for a weakness (Example: Boy is not good in
sports. He learns to play music)
Complete care residents - CORRECT ANSWER-Residents who are disabled, confused, and disoriented. They cannot meet their own needs or tell you what they need.
They need to be kept clean, safe, and comfortable
Confused & disoriented residents - CORRECT ANSWER-Resident is mildly to severely confused & disoriented. Some simply have trouble remembering where the dining
room is, the month, or year. Others are more confused & disoriented--they do not know who or where they are. Sometimes the problem is short term. For others it is
permanent and becomes worse
Conversion - CORRECT ANSWER-To change. An emotion is shown or changed into a physical symptom (Example: Girl does not want to read out loud in school. She
complains of a headache.
Coughing & Deep Breathing - CORRECT ANSWER-Exercises help persons with repiratory problems. They are done after surgery & during bedrest and are painful at this
time - Breaking an incision open while coughing is a fear. Usually done every 2 hours
CPR Pulse Site - CORRECT ANSWER-Before starting chest compressions, check for pulse in the carotid artery on the side near/closest to you. Place 2 fingers on
person's Trachea (windpipe) and then slide fingertips down to the groove of the neck
Dealing with Behavior Issues - CORRECT ANSWER-Recognize frustrating & frightening situations; Treat person with dignity & respect; Answer questions clearly and
thoroughly and have nurse answer questions you cannot answer; Keep person informed about what you are going to do and when; D o NOT keep person waiting, answer
signal lights promptly; explain reason for long waits and ask if you can get or do something to increase person's comfort; Stay calm & professional if person is angry or
hostile (usually angry at another person or situation); Listen & use silence as person may feel better if able to express feelings); Report person's behavior to the nurse and
discuss how you should deal with the person
Delegation - CORRECT ANSWER-RN's can delegate tasks to LPNs/LVNs, & NA's (Right Task, Right Circumstances, Right Person, Right Directions & Communication,
Right Supervision)
Denial - CORRECT ANSWER-Refusing to accept or believe something that is true. Person refuses to face or accept unpleasant or threatening things (Exam ple: Man has
a heart attack. Continues to smoke after being told to quit.)
Denture Care - CORRECT ANSWER-Dentures easily break or chip if dropped on hard surface. Hold firmly during cleaning over a basin of water lined with a towel. DO
NOT use hot water - this causes dentures to (warp) lose their shape. Store dentures in a container with cool water or denture soaking solution; Remove at bedtime; Keep
denture cup in top drawer of bedside stand
Dermis - CORRECT ANSWER-Inner lay of the skin. It has blood vessels, nerves, sweat glands, oil glands, and hair roots. Oil glands, sweat glands, hair, and nails are
skin appendages. Only palms of hands and soles of feet have no hair.
Developmental Disability - CORRECT ANSWER-A disability occurring before 22 years of age; May be a physical impairment, intellectual impairment, or both
Diastole - CORRECT ANSWER-Resting phase; Heart chamber fills with blood
Digestive System for Older Person - CORRECT ANSWER-Produce less saliva which can cause difficulty swallowing (dysphagia); Taste & smell dull; Appetite decreases;
Secretion of digestive juices decreases; Loss of teeth & ill fitting dentures cause chewing problems; Peristalsis decreases, stomach & colon empty slower, flatulence &
constipation can occur; Dry, fried, & fatty foods avoided to help with swallowing and digestion problems; Oral hygiene and de nture care improve tase; High-fiber foods are
hard to chew & can irritate intestines; Persons with chewing problems or constipation often need foods providing soft bulk (whole grain cereal, cooked fruits & veggies)
Displacement - CORRECT ANSWER-Move or take the place of. Individual moves behaviors or emotions from one person, place or thing to a safe person, place or thing
(Example: You are angry with your boss. You yell at a friend.)
Diverticulitis - CORRECT ANSWER-Infected or inflamed pouch (diverticulum) in the colon. Common in older persons; Low-fiber diet and constipation are risk factors.
Diverticulosis - CORRECT ANSWER-Condition of having diverticulum (small pouches turned inside out in the colon)
Diverticulum - CORRECT ANSWER-Small pouch in colon that is turned inside out
Dressing Person with Weak Side - CORRECT ANSWER-Always undress the strong side first, weak side last (person can help assist with weak side), Always dress the
weak side first, strong side last (person can assist with that side); Person always has two choices of clothing to pick from
Elastic Bandages - CORRECT ANSWER-Use correct size. Position the part in good alignment. Face the person during procedure. Start at lower (distal) part of extremity
and work upward to the top (proximal) part. Expose fingers or toes if possible allowing for circulation checks. Apply bandage with firm, even pressure. Check color & temp
of extremity every hour. Re-apply a loose or wrinkled badage. Replace a moist or soiled bandage.
Endocardium - CORRECT ANSWER-Inner layer of the heart; Membrane that lines the inner surface of the heart
Endocrine System - CORRECT ANSWER-Made up of glands that secrete hormones that affect other organs and glands
Endometrium - CORRECT ANSWER-Tissue lining the uterus
Epidermis - CORRECT ANSWER-Outer layer of the skin and has living & dead cells. Living cells of the epidermis contain pigment which gives skin its color. Epidermis
has no blood vessels and few nerve endings.
Ethical Aspects - CORRECT ANSWER-Knowing difference between right & wrong conduct; behaves and acts in the right way and does not harm anyone; not being
prejudiced or biased
External Bleeding - CORRECT ANSWER-Usually can be seen if not hidden by clothing. Bleeding from an artery occurs in spurts.
answers
1 gram of carbohydrate - CORRECT ANSWER-4 calories
1 gram of fat - CORRECT ANSWER-9 calories
1 gram of protein - CORRECT ANSWER-4 calories
5 Steps of Nursing Process - CORRECT ANSWER-Assessment, Nursing diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, & Evalualtion
Accident Risk Factors - CORRECT ANSWER-Age (decreased strength, move slowly & less steady); Awareness of surroundings (person in coma); Impaired vision (may
not see toys, rugs, furniture or cords and may have problems reading labels on cleaners, drugs, and other containers); Impaired hearing (may not hear warning signals,
fire alarms, approaching meals cards, drug carts, stretchers, or persons in wheelchair; Impaired smell & touch (senses may be dulled and they cannot detect smoke or
gas odors, burns are a risk because of decreased pain sensation; Impaired mobility (cannot move quickly or safely away from d anger; Drugs (side effects could include
loss of balance, drowsiness, lack or coordination, reduced awareness, confusion, & disorientation)
Adult Blood Pressure - CORRECT ANSWER-120/80 is normal. Report any hypertension - (systolic pressure above 120 mm Hg or diastolic pressure above 80 mm Hg)
and report any hypotension - (Systolic pressure below 90 mm Hg and diastolic pressure below 60 mm Hg)
Adult Pulse Rate - CORRECT ANSWER-Between 60 - 100 beats per minute. (Report abnormal rates less 60 and more than 100 to nurse at once.)
Alert, oriented residents - CORRECT ANSWER-Resident knows who & where they are, the year, and time of day. They have physical problems. Disability level affects
the amount of care required. Some require complete care, others need help with daily activities
Anxiety Disorders - CORRECT ANSWER-Vague, unesy feeling in response to stress. Person senses danger or harm (real or imagined) Person acts to relieve unpleasant
feeling. Often occurs when needs are not met. SOME anxiety is normal
Apical Pulse - CORRECT ANSWER-Pulse felt on the left side of chest slightly below the nipple. Taken with a stethoscope.
Arthritis - CORRECT ANSWER-Joint inflammation; Pain and decreased mobility occur in the affect joints
Assessment - CORRECT ANSWER-Involves collecting information about the person; Nursing history is taken from family's health history, info from doctor, test results, &
past medical records
Assisting with Postmortem Care - CORRECT ANSWER-The body is positioned in normal alignment before rigor mortis sets in. Body should appear in a comfortable and
natural position for family viewing
Axillary Temp Range - CORRECT ANSWER-96.6 - 98.6 degrees F This site (under arm) is less reliable than other sites. It is used when the other sites cannot be used.
Brachial Pulse - CORRECT ANSWER-Pulse felt in bend of either arm (inner side - follow arm up from pinkie finger) Brachial Artery
Brainstem - CORRECT ANSWER-Connects the cerebrum to the spinal cord
Call System & Safety - CORRECT ANSWER-Always keep signal light within the person's reach -- in the room, bathroom, shower or tub (even if person cannot use it,
keep it within reach for use by visitor or staff who may need to signal for help); Place signal on strong side; Remind person to signal when help is needed; Answer signal
lights promptly (means they needs help); Answer bathroom & shower/tub signal lights AT ONCE (these are red and have a loud ri ng)
Cardiac Arrest - CORRECT ANSWER-The heart and breathing stop suddenly and without warning
Care for Person with Stroke - CORRECT ANSWER-Lateral position prevents aspiration; Coughing & Deep breathing are encouraged; Bed is kept in semi-Fowler's
position; Turning & repositioning are done at least every 2 hrs; Food & fluid needs are met; Elastic stockings prevent thrombi in the legs (blood clots); ROM exercises
prevent contractures; Catheter is inserted or bladder training program is started; Bowel trining program may be needed; Safety precautions are practiced (use bed rails
according to care plan); Keep signal light within reach on the person's UNAFFECTED side (if unable to use signal light, check person often); Person does as m uch self-
care as possible (assist as needed); Communication methods are established. Magic slates, pencil, paper, picture board, or other methods are used. Limit questions to
yes or no answers. Speak slowly. Allow person time to respond; Good skin care prevents pressure ulcers; Speech, physical, and occupational therapies are ordered;
Assistive & self-help devices are used as needed; Support, encouragement, & praise are given; Complete a safety check before leaving the room
Care of Body After Death - CORRECT ANSWER-Care begins after doctor pronounces the person dead. Postmortem care is given by a nurse and you may be asked to
assist. Care is done to maintain good appearance to the body and prevent discoloration and skin damage. Right to privacy and to be treated with dignity & respect apply
after death.
Carotid Pulse - CORRECT ANSWER-Pulse felt on either side of neck; carotid artery
Cartilage - CORRECT ANSWER-The connective tissue at the end of long bones; Cushions the joint so that bone ends do not rub together
Catheter Care - CORRECT ANSWER-Follow Standard Precautions & Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. Allow urine to flow freely through catheter or tubing and DO NOT
allow person to lie on it. Keep catheter connected to drainage tubing. Keep drainage bag below bladder. Attach bag to bed frame, back of chair, or lower part of IV pole
(DO NOT ATTACH TO BED RAIL OR PUT ON FLOOR). Coil drainage tubing on the bed and secure to bottom linen (tubing must not loop below the drainage bag).
Secure catheter to inner thigh or to a man's abdomen (prevents excess movement and friction at insertion site). Check for leaks; Provide catheter care daily or twice a day
(follow care plan). Empty bag at end of shift or as nurse directs, measure and record amount of urine, report increases or decreases in amount or urine. Use separate
measuring container for each person (prevents spread of microbes). Do not let drain on bag touch any surface. Encourage fluid intake as inst ructed by the nurse.
Causes of Skin Breakdown - CORRECT ANSWER-Pressure, friction, and shearing, breaks in the skin, poor circulation to an area, moisture, dry skin, irritation by urine &
feces. Older & disabled people at greater risk because skin is easily injured.
, Causes of Skin Tears - CORRECT ANSWER-Caused by friction and shearing, pulling, or pressure on the skin
Cerebellum - CORRECT ANSWER-Regulates and coordinate body movements: Controls balance and smooth movement of voluntary muscles
Cerebrum - CORRECT ANSWER-Largest part of the brain; Center of thought and intelligence
Clear-Liquid Diet - CORRECT ANSWER-Foods liquid at body temp and which leave small amounts of residue; non-irrating and non-gas forming; Liquids you can see
through
Closed Fracture - CORRECT ANSWER-Bone is broken but the skin in intact
Closed Reduction - CORRECT ANSWER-Moving the bone back into place - skin is not open
Communicating with Hearing Impaired Person - CORRECT ANSWER-Gain attention and alert person to your presence (DO NOT startle person); Position at person's
level; Face person when speaking; have person wearing hearing aid and make sure it's on; have person wearing needed eyeglasses to help for speech-reading; Speak
clearly, distinctly and slowly; adjust the pitch of your voice as needed and ask person if he or she can hear better now (low er without hearing aid and raise pitch with a
hearing aid); DO NOT cover your mouth, smoke, eat, or chew gum while talking; keep hands away from face; stand or sit on side of better ear; State topic of conversation
first; Tell person when you are changing the subject; Use short sentences and simple words; Use gestures & facial expressions to give useful clues; Write out important
names and words; Say things in another way if person looks confused; Keep conversations & discussions short; Repeat & rephras e statements as needed; Be alert to
messages sent by your facial expressions, gestures, and body language; Reduce or elimante background noise (shut-off radios, stereos, TVs air conditioners, and fans)
Compensation - CORRECT ANSWER-Make up for, replace, or substitute. Person makes up for or substitutes a strength for a weakness (Example: Boy is not good in
sports. He learns to play music)
Complete care residents - CORRECT ANSWER-Residents who are disabled, confused, and disoriented. They cannot meet their own needs or tell you what they need.
They need to be kept clean, safe, and comfortable
Confused & disoriented residents - CORRECT ANSWER-Resident is mildly to severely confused & disoriented. Some simply have trouble remembering where the dining
room is, the month, or year. Others are more confused & disoriented--they do not know who or where they are. Sometimes the problem is short term. For others it is
permanent and becomes worse
Conversion - CORRECT ANSWER-To change. An emotion is shown or changed into a physical symptom (Example: Girl does not want to read out loud in school. She
complains of a headache.
Coughing & Deep Breathing - CORRECT ANSWER-Exercises help persons with repiratory problems. They are done after surgery & during bedrest and are painful at this
time - Breaking an incision open while coughing is a fear. Usually done every 2 hours
CPR Pulse Site - CORRECT ANSWER-Before starting chest compressions, check for pulse in the carotid artery on the side near/closest to you. Place 2 fingers on
person's Trachea (windpipe) and then slide fingertips down to the groove of the neck
Dealing with Behavior Issues - CORRECT ANSWER-Recognize frustrating & frightening situations; Treat person with dignity & respect; Answer questions clearly and
thoroughly and have nurse answer questions you cannot answer; Keep person informed about what you are going to do and when; D o NOT keep person waiting, answer
signal lights promptly; explain reason for long waits and ask if you can get or do something to increase person's comfort; Stay calm & professional if person is angry or
hostile (usually angry at another person or situation); Listen & use silence as person may feel better if able to express feelings); Report person's behavior to the nurse and
discuss how you should deal with the person
Delegation - CORRECT ANSWER-RN's can delegate tasks to LPNs/LVNs, & NA's (Right Task, Right Circumstances, Right Person, Right Directions & Communication,
Right Supervision)
Denial - CORRECT ANSWER-Refusing to accept or believe something that is true. Person refuses to face or accept unpleasant or threatening things (Exam ple: Man has
a heart attack. Continues to smoke after being told to quit.)
Denture Care - CORRECT ANSWER-Dentures easily break or chip if dropped on hard surface. Hold firmly during cleaning over a basin of water lined with a towel. DO
NOT use hot water - this causes dentures to (warp) lose their shape. Store dentures in a container with cool water or denture soaking solution; Remove at bedtime; Keep
denture cup in top drawer of bedside stand
Dermis - CORRECT ANSWER-Inner lay of the skin. It has blood vessels, nerves, sweat glands, oil glands, and hair roots. Oil glands, sweat glands, hair, and nails are
skin appendages. Only palms of hands and soles of feet have no hair.
Developmental Disability - CORRECT ANSWER-A disability occurring before 22 years of age; May be a physical impairment, intellectual impairment, or both
Diastole - CORRECT ANSWER-Resting phase; Heart chamber fills with blood
Digestive System for Older Person - CORRECT ANSWER-Produce less saliva which can cause difficulty swallowing (dysphagia); Taste & smell dull; Appetite decreases;
Secretion of digestive juices decreases; Loss of teeth & ill fitting dentures cause chewing problems; Peristalsis decreases, stomach & colon empty slower, flatulence &
constipation can occur; Dry, fried, & fatty foods avoided to help with swallowing and digestion problems; Oral hygiene and de nture care improve tase; High-fiber foods are
hard to chew & can irritate intestines; Persons with chewing problems or constipation often need foods providing soft bulk (whole grain cereal, cooked fruits & veggies)
Displacement - CORRECT ANSWER-Move or take the place of. Individual moves behaviors or emotions from one person, place or thing to a safe person, place or thing
(Example: You are angry with your boss. You yell at a friend.)
Diverticulitis - CORRECT ANSWER-Infected or inflamed pouch (diverticulum) in the colon. Common in older persons; Low-fiber diet and constipation are risk factors.
Diverticulosis - CORRECT ANSWER-Condition of having diverticulum (small pouches turned inside out in the colon)
Diverticulum - CORRECT ANSWER-Small pouch in colon that is turned inside out
Dressing Person with Weak Side - CORRECT ANSWER-Always undress the strong side first, weak side last (person can help assist with weak side), Always dress the
weak side first, strong side last (person can assist with that side); Person always has two choices of clothing to pick from
Elastic Bandages - CORRECT ANSWER-Use correct size. Position the part in good alignment. Face the person during procedure. Start at lower (distal) part of extremity
and work upward to the top (proximal) part. Expose fingers or toes if possible allowing for circulation checks. Apply bandage with firm, even pressure. Check color & temp
of extremity every hour. Re-apply a loose or wrinkled badage. Replace a moist or soiled bandage.
Endocardium - CORRECT ANSWER-Inner layer of the heart; Membrane that lines the inner surface of the heart
Endocrine System - CORRECT ANSWER-Made up of glands that secrete hormones that affect other organs and glands
Endometrium - CORRECT ANSWER-Tissue lining the uterus
Epidermis - CORRECT ANSWER-Outer layer of the skin and has living & dead cells. Living cells of the epidermis contain pigment which gives skin its color. Epidermis
has no blood vessels and few nerve endings.
Ethical Aspects - CORRECT ANSWER-Knowing difference between right & wrong conduct; behaves and acts in the right way and does not harm anyone; not being
prejudiced or biased
External Bleeding - CORRECT ANSWER-Usually can be seen if not hidden by clothing. Bleeding from an artery occurs in spurts.
