Nursing Fundamentals
A nurse aid can assist with spiritual needs by - ANSWER-allowing client to talk about their beliefs
a quad cane has how many tips? - ANSWER-4
abdominal thrusts are used for - ANSWER-a blocked airway
abduction - ANSWER-Movement away from the midline
Abuse - ANSWER-Causing or attempting to cause physical injury; sexual assault; placing another in fear
of imminent physical harm
ac - ANSWER-before meals
ad lib - ANSWER-as desired
adduction - ANSWER-MOVEMENT TOWARD THE MIDLINE OF THE BODY
agonal breathing - ANSWER-irregular, gasping breaths that precede apnea and death
Always identify yourself with ___________ when dealing with Alzheimer's clients. - ANSWER-your name
Alzheimer's disease - ANSWER-A progressive and irreversible brain disorder characterized by gradual
deterioration of memory, reasoning, language, and finally, physical reasoning
antisepsis - ANSWER-A process that greatly reduces the number of microorganisms on skin or other
tissue
aphasia - ANSWER-Absence or impairment of the ability to communicate through speech, writing, or
signs because of brain dysfunction.
Assault - ANSWER-A threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who appears to be able to
cause bodily harm if not stopped
Bath temperature - ANSWER-105 degrees
Battery - ANSWER-an assault in which the assailant makes physical contact. Unlawful touching of
another person.
Before giving a bath the NA should have the patient - ANSWER-feel the water for comfort
blood pressure range for an adult - ANSWER-90/60--140/90
body mechanics - ANSWER-A term used to refer to the way in which the body moves and maintains its
balance by the most efficient use of all its parts
bp - ANSWER-blood pressure
BR - ANSWER-bathroom
cheyne-stokes respirations - ANSWER-Respiratory pattern that involves alternating periods of apnea and
deep, rapid breathing
clear liquid diet - ANSWER-Consists of foods that are clear and liquid at room temperature
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closed bed - ANSWER-a bed completely made with the bedspread and blankets in place usually done
after terminal cleaning
cyanosis - ANSWER-A bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes.
decubitus ulcers - ANSWER-Bed sores
dehydration - ANSWER-An abnormally low amount of water in the body.
dementia - ANSWER-Long-term decline in mental faculties such as memory, concentration, and
judgment; often seen in the elderly
diaphoresis - ANSWER-Sweating
diastolic - ANSWER-Blood pressure that remains between heart contractions.
disinfection - ANSWER-A process that eliminates many or all microorganisms, with the exception of
bacteria spores, from inanimate objects
Do clients have the right to refuse to wear clothing protectors during meals? - ANSWER-yes
Does someone grieving go thru all stages of grief in order? - ANSWER-no
dorsal recumbent - ANSWER-back lying with knees flexed
edema - ANSWER-SWELLING
Elizabeth Kubler-Ross - ANSWER-wrote "On Death and Dying"; developed 5 stage theory of grief
Ethics - ANSWER-Codes of conduct by which actions are judged as right or wrong, fair or unfair, honest
or dishonest. Varies from profession to profession
extention - ANSWER-Straightening of a body part
False imprisonment - ANSWER-...Holding someone against their will
first stage of decubitus? - ANSWER-discoloration
flexion - ANSWER-Act of bending a joint
force fluids - ANSWER-a medical order for a person to drink more fluids. FF
fowlers position - ANSWER-semi sitting head raised at 45 - 60 degrees
full liquid diet - ANSWER-Consists of foods that are liquid at room temperature
FUO - ANSWER-fever of unknown origin
gait belt - ANSWER-device used to transfer people from one position to another or from one thing to
another.
gloves should be worn - ANSWER-any time blood or body fluids are involved ex/ pericare
hematuria - ANSWER-Blood in the urine
A nurse aid can assist with spiritual needs by - ANSWER-allowing client to talk about their beliefs
a quad cane has how many tips? - ANSWER-4
abdominal thrusts are used for - ANSWER-a blocked airway
abduction - ANSWER-Movement away from the midline
Abuse - ANSWER-Causing or attempting to cause physical injury; sexual assault; placing another in fear
of imminent physical harm
ac - ANSWER-before meals
ad lib - ANSWER-as desired
adduction - ANSWER-MOVEMENT TOWARD THE MIDLINE OF THE BODY
agonal breathing - ANSWER-irregular, gasping breaths that precede apnea and death
Always identify yourself with ___________ when dealing with Alzheimer's clients. - ANSWER-your name
Alzheimer's disease - ANSWER-A progressive and irreversible brain disorder characterized by gradual
deterioration of memory, reasoning, language, and finally, physical reasoning
antisepsis - ANSWER-A process that greatly reduces the number of microorganisms on skin or other
tissue
aphasia - ANSWER-Absence or impairment of the ability to communicate through speech, writing, or
signs because of brain dysfunction.
Assault - ANSWER-A threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who appears to be able to
cause bodily harm if not stopped
Bath temperature - ANSWER-105 degrees
Battery - ANSWER-an assault in which the assailant makes physical contact. Unlawful touching of
another person.
Before giving a bath the NA should have the patient - ANSWER-feel the water for comfort
blood pressure range for an adult - ANSWER-90/60--140/90
body mechanics - ANSWER-A term used to refer to the way in which the body moves and maintains its
balance by the most efficient use of all its parts
bp - ANSWER-blood pressure
BR - ANSWER-bathroom
cheyne-stokes respirations - ANSWER-Respiratory pattern that involves alternating periods of apnea and
deep, rapid breathing
clear liquid diet - ANSWER-Consists of foods that are clear and liquid at room temperature
, Nursing Fundamentals
closed bed - ANSWER-a bed completely made with the bedspread and blankets in place usually done
after terminal cleaning
cyanosis - ANSWER-A bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes.
decubitus ulcers - ANSWER-Bed sores
dehydration - ANSWER-An abnormally low amount of water in the body.
dementia - ANSWER-Long-term decline in mental faculties such as memory, concentration, and
judgment; often seen in the elderly
diaphoresis - ANSWER-Sweating
diastolic - ANSWER-Blood pressure that remains between heart contractions.
disinfection - ANSWER-A process that eliminates many or all microorganisms, with the exception of
bacteria spores, from inanimate objects
Do clients have the right to refuse to wear clothing protectors during meals? - ANSWER-yes
Does someone grieving go thru all stages of grief in order? - ANSWER-no
dorsal recumbent - ANSWER-back lying with knees flexed
edema - ANSWER-SWELLING
Elizabeth Kubler-Ross - ANSWER-wrote "On Death and Dying"; developed 5 stage theory of grief
Ethics - ANSWER-Codes of conduct by which actions are judged as right or wrong, fair or unfair, honest
or dishonest. Varies from profession to profession
extention - ANSWER-Straightening of a body part
False imprisonment - ANSWER-...Holding someone against their will
first stage of decubitus? - ANSWER-discoloration
flexion - ANSWER-Act of bending a joint
force fluids - ANSWER-a medical order for a person to drink more fluids. FF
fowlers position - ANSWER-semi sitting head raised at 45 - 60 degrees
full liquid diet - ANSWER-Consists of foods that are liquid at room temperature
FUO - ANSWER-fever of unknown origin
gait belt - ANSWER-device used to transfer people from one position to another or from one thing to
another.
gloves should be worn - ANSWER-any time blood or body fluids are involved ex/ pericare
hematuria - ANSWER-Blood in the urine
