Chapter 10
A resident who has her head and shoulders elevated and is in a semi-sitting position is in the ____ position.
Fowler's
What are baseline vital signs?
initial values that can be compared to future measurements
What is disposable equipment? Give an example.
Equipment that should be thrown away and only used once; gloves
What is a decubitis ulcer?
pressure injury
What is hypertension?
high blood pressure
A resident who is lying flat on his back with his head and shoulders supported by a pillow is in the ___ position.
supine
Why could new residents have trouble adjusting the life in a care facility?
They have had to leave their home and many of their belongings
What should a NA do when leaving a resident's room?
make sure the resident can reach the call light
What condition increases the risk of pressure injuries?
Restricted mobility
Which temperature is considered the most accurate?
Rectal
What does Dangling mean?
Sitting up with legs over the side of the bed
What is a nursing assistant’s responsibility during an in-house transfer of a resident?
The NA should pack all of the resident's belongings
How should soiled bed lined be handled?
Rolled up with dirty side in
How does skin appear when it first begins to break down (stage 1 of pressure injuries)?
Skin turns red, or in darker skin a different color than the surrounding skin
What is the most common pulse (artery) used for measuring the pulse rate?
radial pulse (wrist)
How should a NA use proper body mechanics? What are proper body mechanics for NAs?
push when possible instead of lifting
What is the normal respiration rate for adults?
Ranges from
How should a NA enter a resident's room?
knock and wait for permission to enter if the resident is able to give permission.
What body part is at a higher risk of skin breakdown?
coccyx (tailbone)
What can be placed on an overbed table
meals and clean items
How often should residents in wheelchairs be repositioned?
Wheelchair - at least every hour
What should a scale be balanced at before weighing a resident?
zero
How can a NA help control odors in a facility?
Empty and clean bed pans promptly
When should a NA do nail care on a resident?
when it is assigned or when the nails are dirty.
What is a normal pulse rate for adults?
60-100 beats per minute