A bluish color to the skin is caused by a decrease in oxygen.
Correct Answers true
a microbe that is harmful and can cause infection is Correct
Answers a pathogen
a resident on a low sodium diet may not have Correct Answers
salt
a resident with a cardiac condition refers to Correct Answers
the heart
a surgical operation that is done to create a new opening for the
release of solid wastes is called Correct Answers colostomy
A symptom of end stage AD is the resident will try to deny and
cover up memory loss. Correct Answers false
AIDS damages the: Correct Answers immune system
An important guideline when using a mechanical lift is to
always have at least 2 staff members in the room. Correct
Answers true
as a CNA taking care of a resident with seizures, you should
know that: Correct Answers - never leave a resident alone
during a seizure
- protect resident from injury during seizure activity
- do not place anything in mouth during seizure
,bacteria grows best in Correct Answers - warm, dark, moist
places
cold causes blood vessels to Correct Answers become narrow
How to approach resident that suffered a stroke Correct
Answers approach strong side
if a large, restless resident is to be turned, what should you do
first? Correct Answers ask another aide to help you
if you see a spill on the floor, you should Correct Answers
wipe up the spill
Inactivity can cause constipation. Correct Answers true
Mr. Carr is a resident in the long-term care facility. His muscles
are rigid, he never smiles and his hands shake and tremble a
great deal. He is unable to walk because his legs are so weak.
Which of the following disorders might he have? Correct
Answers parkinson's disease
Mr. Henry Adams is a 72 year old retired school teacher residing
at Sunnyside Nursing Center. He has a Dx. of a CVA and was
discharged from the hospital a week ago. He is receiving OT and
PT at the nursing center. Mr. Adams has left sided weakness,
requires assistance of two staff with all transfers and uses a w/c
to get around the unit. He wears glasses, dentures, anti-
embolism stockings and hearing aids. He receives ROM
exercises b.i.d. Mr. Adams is on a pureed diet with thickened
, liquids because he has dysphagia. You are assigned to his care
today.
Another term for CVA is: Correct Answers stroke
Mr. Henry Adams is a 72 year old retired school teacher residing
at Sunnyside Nursing Center. He has a Dx. of a CVA and was
discharged from the hospital a week ago. He is receiving OT and
PT at the nursing center. Mr. Adams has left sided weakness,
requires assistance of two staff with all transfers and uses a w/c
to get around the unit. He wears glasses, dentures, anti-
embolism stockings and hearing aids. He receives ROM
exercises b.i.d. Mr. Adams is on a pureed diet with thickened
liquids because he has dysphagia. You are assigned to his care
today.
Care of a resident after CVA often includes the following
except: Correct Answers A. Ostomy care
B. Bowel or bladder training program
C. ROM to prevent contractures
D. Measures to prevent pressure ulcers
Mr. Henry Adams is a 72 year old retired school teacher residing
at Sunnyside Nursing Center. He has a Dx. of a CVA and was
discharged from the hospital a week ago. He is receiving OT and
PT at the nursing center. Mr. Adams has left sided weakness,
requires assistance of two staff with all transfers and uses a w/c
to get around the unit. He wears glasses, dentures, anti-
embolism stockings and hearing aids. He receives ROM
exercises b.i.d. Mr. Adams is on a pureed diet with thickened
liquids because he has dysphagia. You are assigned to his care
today.