SRNA QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
The goal of comprehensive care is to:
-meet the persons expectations, and have high patient and family satisfaction scores
.-pass all state, federal and voluntary regulatory inspections and guidelines.
-help the person maintain the highest possible level of function with all members of the
health care team
. -meet all goals of the care plan established by the RN, interdisciplinary team, the
person, and the family - Answers :help the person maintain the highest possible level of
function with all members of the health care team.
Board and care homes provide:
-complete nursing care to dependent residents.
-rooms, meals, laundry, and supervision to independent residents.
-specialized care to residents with dementia
.-end of life, hospice care to dependent residents. - Answers :rooms, meals, laundry,
and supervision to independent residents.
A resident begins rehabilitation:
-when an order is written by a physician.
-when the person is admitted to the center.
-after the person is evaluated by the therapist.
-when the person and the health care team agree it is appropriate. - Answers :when the
person is admitted to the center.
Hospice is:
-a health care agency or program for persons who are terminally ill.
-a supplemental program that may implement alternate therapies for those persons
contemporary treatment has not worked.
-an aggressive program that gives hope to terminal patients by offering holistic
treatment and may offer experimental, or study, treatment options to those for whom all
other treatment options have been exhausted.
-an extension of hospital care but one that focuses on bringing the person comfort by
making her or his time as pleasant and homelike as possible. - Answers :a health care
agency or program for persons who are terminally ill.
Alzheimer's units (Dementia care units) are:
-considered restrictive and archaic and should only be used for those with behavioral
issues until those behavioral issues are resolved.
-closed units that provides a safe setting for persons with memory loss and confusion or
wander freely.
-can be used for other residents until other beds are open and available
-once a person is placed in a Dementia care unit, there is increased liability if that
person is moved to a regular unit and something happens to him or her - Answers
,:closed units that provides a safe setting for persons with memory loss and confusion or
wander freely.
Who controls policies in a nursing facility?
-Division of health and senior services Incorrect
-Medicare and Medicaid
-The health care team
-The owner - Answers :The owner
The nursing team includes:
-RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants.
-RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants, doctor, physical therapist, occupational therapist.
-RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants, doctor, case manager, social worker.
-RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants, doctor, physical therapist, occupational therapist,
case manager, social worker. - Answers :RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants.
The nursing assistant's role is to:
-follow the physicians orders
.-assist the health care team as directed.
-meet all state, federal, Medicare, and Medicaid guidelines.
-give basic nursing care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. - Answers :give
basic nursing care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Nursing assistants can have their certification revoked or suspended for:
-being disrespectful to the nurse.
-putting residents at risk of harm.
-talking too loudly, or being on a cell phone at work
.-not wearing proper attire. - Answers :putting residents at risk of harm.
The federal law that sets minimum training and competency requirements for nursing
assistants is:
-OBRA.
-JOINTCO.
-DHSS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
-The nurse practice act. - Answers :OBRA
Professionalism involves
A. © Following laws, being ethical, having good work ethics, and having the skills to do
your work
B.
Following all state, federal, and voluntary regulatory guidelines
C.
Having your own personal set of values and standards and meeting them each and
every day
D.
, Being registered, certified, or licensed by a professional registry that regulates health
care providers under the nurse practice act - Answers :© Following laws, being ethical,
having good work ethics, and having the skills to do your work
2. To give safe and effective care
A
You must put the resident first even to the detriment of your own health
B
You must be physically and mentally healthy
C
You must use only medications prescribed for you; use narcotics (prescribed pain
medications) and medications that can affect your thinking liberally while working
D
.It is permissible to use alcohol before, during, and on work breaks but only in
moderation; never report to work if you are impaired - Answers :B
Teamwork means
A•
How you look, how you behave, and what you say affect everyone in the center
B
The RN is the coach who directs the rest of the players, the LP/LVNs, and the nursing
assistants in meeting the needs of the residents; the DON is review any incidents,
emergencies, or calls. As a whole team you all are responsible for care at the center.
C
If one person slacks off the rest of the team has to pick up the load
D
All parts of the nursing and interdisciplinary team work and communicate together for
the best outcome for the person - Answers :A
Confidentiality
A
• Is not breached when family and friends asked you about people they may know in
the center
B
© Is violated when talking about a resident's condition in public areas such as the
common room, cafeteria, hallways, or elevators. It is your respo rights to privacy.
C.
Is not violated when you use the intercom system to check on a resident and
unintentionally overhear information or listen to a conversation
D.
• Is not violated when your pastor asks you about a resident who also happens to be a
fellow congregate and you give him an update - Answers :B
Which courtesies should the nursing assistant practice?
The goal of comprehensive care is to:
-meet the persons expectations, and have high patient and family satisfaction scores
.-pass all state, federal and voluntary regulatory inspections and guidelines.
-help the person maintain the highest possible level of function with all members of the
health care team
. -meet all goals of the care plan established by the RN, interdisciplinary team, the
person, and the family - Answers :help the person maintain the highest possible level of
function with all members of the health care team.
Board and care homes provide:
-complete nursing care to dependent residents.
-rooms, meals, laundry, and supervision to independent residents.
-specialized care to residents with dementia
.-end of life, hospice care to dependent residents. - Answers :rooms, meals, laundry,
and supervision to independent residents.
A resident begins rehabilitation:
-when an order is written by a physician.
-when the person is admitted to the center.
-after the person is evaluated by the therapist.
-when the person and the health care team agree it is appropriate. - Answers :when the
person is admitted to the center.
Hospice is:
-a health care agency or program for persons who are terminally ill.
-a supplemental program that may implement alternate therapies for those persons
contemporary treatment has not worked.
-an aggressive program that gives hope to terminal patients by offering holistic
treatment and may offer experimental, or study, treatment options to those for whom all
other treatment options have been exhausted.
-an extension of hospital care but one that focuses on bringing the person comfort by
making her or his time as pleasant and homelike as possible. - Answers :a health care
agency or program for persons who are terminally ill.
Alzheimer's units (Dementia care units) are:
-considered restrictive and archaic and should only be used for those with behavioral
issues until those behavioral issues are resolved.
-closed units that provides a safe setting for persons with memory loss and confusion or
wander freely.
-can be used for other residents until other beds are open and available
-once a person is placed in a Dementia care unit, there is increased liability if that
person is moved to a regular unit and something happens to him or her - Answers
,:closed units that provides a safe setting for persons with memory loss and confusion or
wander freely.
Who controls policies in a nursing facility?
-Division of health and senior services Incorrect
-Medicare and Medicaid
-The health care team
-The owner - Answers :The owner
The nursing team includes:
-RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants.
-RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants, doctor, physical therapist, occupational therapist.
-RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants, doctor, case manager, social worker.
-RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants, doctor, physical therapist, occupational therapist,
case manager, social worker. - Answers :RNs, LPN/LVNs, nursing assistants.
The nursing assistant's role is to:
-follow the physicians orders
.-assist the health care team as directed.
-meet all state, federal, Medicare, and Medicaid guidelines.
-give basic nursing care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. - Answers :give
basic nursing care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Nursing assistants can have their certification revoked or suspended for:
-being disrespectful to the nurse.
-putting residents at risk of harm.
-talking too loudly, or being on a cell phone at work
.-not wearing proper attire. - Answers :putting residents at risk of harm.
The federal law that sets minimum training and competency requirements for nursing
assistants is:
-OBRA.
-JOINTCO.
-DHSS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
-The nurse practice act. - Answers :OBRA
Professionalism involves
A. © Following laws, being ethical, having good work ethics, and having the skills to do
your work
B.
Following all state, federal, and voluntary regulatory guidelines
C.
Having your own personal set of values and standards and meeting them each and
every day
D.
, Being registered, certified, or licensed by a professional registry that regulates health
care providers under the nurse practice act - Answers :© Following laws, being ethical,
having good work ethics, and having the skills to do your work
2. To give safe and effective care
A
You must put the resident first even to the detriment of your own health
B
You must be physically and mentally healthy
C
You must use only medications prescribed for you; use narcotics (prescribed pain
medications) and medications that can affect your thinking liberally while working
D
.It is permissible to use alcohol before, during, and on work breaks but only in
moderation; never report to work if you are impaired - Answers :B
Teamwork means
A•
How you look, how you behave, and what you say affect everyone in the center
B
The RN is the coach who directs the rest of the players, the LP/LVNs, and the nursing
assistants in meeting the needs of the residents; the DON is review any incidents,
emergencies, or calls. As a whole team you all are responsible for care at the center.
C
If one person slacks off the rest of the team has to pick up the load
D
All parts of the nursing and interdisciplinary team work and communicate together for
the best outcome for the person - Answers :A
Confidentiality
A
• Is not breached when family and friends asked you about people they may know in
the center
B
© Is violated when talking about a resident's condition in public areas such as the
common room, cafeteria, hallways, or elevators. It is your respo rights to privacy.
C.
Is not violated when you use the intercom system to check on a resident and
unintentionally overhear information or listen to a conversation
D.
• Is not violated when your pastor asks you about a resident who also happens to be a
fellow congregate and you give him an update - Answers :B
Which courtesies should the nursing assistant practice?
