Terms in this set (17)
_____________Quiz____________?
The nurse is assisting a patient with rheumatoid arthritis to bathe at the sink. During the bath
the patient states that she is tired. The nurse notices the patient is breathing rapidly and the
pulse is rapid. What is the nurse's best response?
A. Finish the bath quickly
B. Help the patient return to bed
C. Leave the patient alone to rest in the chair at the sink for a few minutes
D. Instruct the patient to take deep breaths and try to relax -
Answer✓✓
B
_____________Quiz____________?
A patient who is cognitively impaired and has dementia requires hygiene care. The patient often
displays aggressive behavior such as screaming and hitting during the bath. Which techniques
make the bathing experience less stressful for both the nurse and the patient? (Select all that
apply.)
A. Allow the patient to perform as much of the care as possible.
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, B. Start by washing the face.
C. Try an alternative to traditional bathing such as the "bag bath."
D. Use restraints to prevent the patient from injuring self or the nurse. -
Answer✓✓
A, C
_____________Quiz____________?
A male nurse is caring for a 32-year-old female Muslim patient who has an indwelling Foley
catheter. After introducing himself to the patient, the nurse learns that the patient does not
want him to help her with personal hygiene care. Which of the following is(are) appropriate
actions? (Select all that apply.)
A. Finding a female nurse to help the patient
B. Convincing the patient that he will work quickly and provide as much privacy as possible
C. Skipping hygiene care for the day except for the parts that the patient can complete
independently
D. Asking the patient if she prefers a family member assist with the care -
Answer✓✓
A, D
_____________Quiz____________?
What is the priority concern when providing oral hygiene for a patient who is unconscious?
A. Thoroughly brushing all tooth and oral surfaces
B. Preventing aspiration
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_____________Quiz____________?
The nurse is assisting a patient with rheumatoid arthritis to bathe at the sink. During the bath
the patient states that she is tired. The nurse notices the patient is breathing rapidly and the
pulse is rapid. What is the nurse's best response?
A. Finish the bath quickly
B. Help the patient return to bed
C. Leave the patient alone to rest in the chair at the sink for a few minutes
D. Instruct the patient to take deep breaths and try to relax -
Answer✓✓
B
_____________Quiz____________?
A patient who is cognitively impaired and has dementia requires hygiene care. The patient often
displays aggressive behavior such as screaming and hitting during the bath. Which techniques
make the bathing experience less stressful for both the nurse and the patient? (Select all that
apply.)
A. Allow the patient to perform as much of the care as possible.
1
, B. Start by washing the face.
C. Try an alternative to traditional bathing such as the "bag bath."
D. Use restraints to prevent the patient from injuring self or the nurse. -
Answer✓✓
A, C
_____________Quiz____________?
A male nurse is caring for a 32-year-old female Muslim patient who has an indwelling Foley
catheter. After introducing himself to the patient, the nurse learns that the patient does not
want him to help her with personal hygiene care. Which of the following is(are) appropriate
actions? (Select all that apply.)
A. Finding a female nurse to help the patient
B. Convincing the patient that he will work quickly and provide as much privacy as possible
C. Skipping hygiene care for the day except for the parts that the patient can complete
independently
D. Asking the patient if she prefers a family member assist with the care -
Answer✓✓
A, D
_____________Quiz____________?
What is the priority concern when providing oral hygiene for a patient who is unconscious?
A. Thoroughly brushing all tooth and oral surfaces
B. Preventing aspiration
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