Correct Cleaning Technique
When cleaning equipment, which step is correct?
(A): Clean from the dirtiest area to the cleanest.
(B): Wash the item with soap and cold water.
(C): Wear latex gloves
(D): Rinse the item in cold water before cleaning
(A): Clean from the dirtiest area to the cleanest.
Hypothermia is a:
(A): Very low body temperature
(B): Bluish discoloration of the skin
(C): Very high body temperature
(D): Moist cold application
(A): Very low body temperature
Agitated and restless behaviour may be the result of:
(A): Pain or discomfort
(B): Too much stimuli
(C): Lack of sleep
(D): All of the above
(D): All of the above
Which of the following is correct when cleaning up a spill of body fluid?
(A): Always wear gloves.
(B): Use paper towels to absorb fluid.
(C): Dispose of the towels in waterproof bags.
(D): All of the above
(D): All of the above
Falls by older adults who live at home are best prevented by:
(A): Reducing clutter from pathways
(B): Reducing bright lighting
(C): Providing daily safety classes for older adults
(D): Preventing older adults from living by themselves
(A): Reducing clutter from pathways
Mr. Lopez is confused. He resists your efforts to get him dressed for the
day. Which is correct?
(A): You may need to dress him another time.
(B): He is restrained if necessary
(C): Ask the nurse to medicate him.
(D): His rights are respected.
(A): You may need to dress him another time.
Care of the dying person includes all of the following except:
(A): Providing frequent oral hygiene
(B): Providing good skin care
(C): Positioning the person in good body alignment
(D): Active and passive range-of-motion exercises
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(D): Active and passive range-of-motion exercises
Retirement often results in which of the following?
(A): Lowered income
(B): Physical changes from aging
(C): Companionship and
(A): Lowered income
A person with a persistent blood pressure measurement above 140/90
has:
(A): Tachycardia
(B): Hypertension
(C): Hypotension
(D): Anxiety
(B): Hypertension
A microbe that is harmful and causes infection is:
(A): A reservoir
(B): A pathogen
(C): A non-pathogen
(D): Normal flora
(B): A pathogen
Mr. Jansen is 75 years old. His daughter notices that he is agitated, has
poor grooming, and complains of not sleeping and feeling tired all the time. These
are signs and symptoms of:
(A): Aging
(B): A phobia
(C): Abusive personality
(D): Depression
(D): Depression
A person with dementia is being admitted to a long-term care facility.
Which statement is correct?
(A): Family members are asked to leave to help the person adjust.
(B): The admission process is completed as quickly as possible.
(C): The person’s confusion may increase in new surroundings.
(D): All of the above.
(C): The person’s confusion may increase in new surroundings.
The goal of the health care team is to:
(A): Provide quality care
(B): Make money
(C): Provide case management
(D): Assign tasks and responsibilities
(A): Provide quality care
Which guideline for bathing a client is correct?
(A): Clean the perineum first.
(B): Encourage the resident to help.
(C): Rub the skin dry.
(D): Use cool water at all times.
(A): Clean the perineum first.
Which of the following statements about pressure sores is true?
(A): A reddened area is the last sign of a pressure sore.
(B): Soft areas are the common site for pressure sores.
(C): Shearing and friction do not cause pressure sores.
(D): Abdominal folds are high-risk areas for pressure sores.
(D): Abdominal folds are high-risk areas for pressure sores.
Which is a true statement about older adults?
(A): In older men, testosterone increases.
(B): Sexual needs disappear.
(C): Urine is less concentrated.
(D): Women usually live longer than men.
D): Women usually live longer than men.
Besides hearing, the ear is involved with:
(A): Regulating body movements
(B): Balance
(C): Smoothness of body movements
(D): Controlling involuntary muscles
(B): Balance
You note a black, tarry stool. This is called:
(A): Melena
(B): Feces
(C): Hemostool
(D): Occult blood
(A): Melena
person has angina pectoris. Which is true?
(A): Damage to the heart muscle occurs.
(B): The pain is described as crushing, stabbing, or throbbing.
(C): The pain is relieved with rest and nitroglycerin.
(D): All of the above.
(C): The pain is relieved with rest and nitroglycerin.
Delusions of persecution involve:
(A): Poor judgement and morals
(B): Not caring for self
(C): Feeling mistreated or abused
(D): Experiencing unreal things
(C): Feeling mistreated or abused
Which statement about feeding a person is true?
(A): Ask if he or she wants to pray before eating.
(B): Always use a tablespoon to feed the person.
(C): Always serve vegetables first.
(D): Never speak to the person when feeding them.
(A): Ask if he or she wants to pray before eating.
Where does digestion begin?
(A): In the stomach
(B): In the esophagus
(C): In the mouth
(D): In the duodenum
(C): In the mouth
The substance in red blood cells that carries oxygen and gives blood its
color is:
(A): Protoplasm
(B): Plasma
(C): Hemoglobin
(D): Leukocytes
(C): Hemoglobin
The breathing of fluid or an object into the lungs is called:
(A): Gavage
(B): Aspiration
(C): Dysphagia
(D): Regurgitation
(B): Aspiration
Alzheimer's disease involves:
(A): Vascular dementia
(B): Pseudo-dementia
(C): Frontotemporal dementia
(D): Plaques and tangles in the brain
(D): Plaques and tangles in the brain