STNA Written 1
When performing a bed bath, what temperature should the water be?
105-115 degrees Fahrenheit
For a patient on fall precautions, what is the minimum number of side rails that should be raised while the patient is in bed?
Two (2)
Before entering a patient's room, personal protective equipment (PPE) should be put on in what order?
Gown, mask, gloves
What type of assistance would be required for an elderly woman who fell recently, but is still able to ambulate?
Contact guard assistance
How can a STNA help prevent the development of pressure sores?
Doing partial baths every time a patient soils herself.
A STMA encounters a small fire in a patient's room. The room is empty. What is her first priority?
Activate the fire alarm
Before taking a meal tray into a patient's room, what should the STNA do?
Ensure that the correct food is on the tray.
Every 8 hours
If a STNA notices that a patient appears to be having difficulty swallowing, what should she do?
Notify the nurse immediately
When changing linens in an isolation room, what is the appropriate measure to prevent contamination of clean materials?
Placing dirty linens in a plastic bag inside of the patient's room, and then putting the plastic bag into a bag outside of the room that is held open by a second STNA
Which of the following tasks is NOT completed during a routine bed bath for a diabetic? Changing linens, Inspection and cleansing of skin, perineal care, nail care?
Nail care
What is the measurement of the pressure in a patient's heart during contracction?
Systolic blood pressure
Stage II
There is a note on the patient's chart that she should be placed in the Sim's position. How should the patient be positioned?
On her LEFT side with the top leg flexed and supported by a pillos
What is the proper term for an infection that is transmitted during a medical procedure?
Iatrogenic
Before transferring a patient from the bed to a wheelchair, what is the very first thing the STNA should do?
Ensure the wheels on both the wheelchair and the bed are locked
Which of the following abnormal vital signs should be immediately reported to the nurse? Oral temp of 99.2 degrees; Respiratory rate of 5; Blood pressure of 126/72; Pulse rate of 59
Respiratory rate of 5
What is the first step for a STNA who is about to put on sterile gloves?
Wash and dry hands thoroughly
How should a STNA clean an indwelling catheter?
By using a circular motion away from the body
A STNA is providing care for a patient on contact precautions. What type of personal protective equipment should she be using?
Gown
Which of the following items requires cleaning with a disinfectant prior to use? Stethoscope, Scalpel, Thermometer, Blood pressure cuff
Thermometer
When is it acceptable for a STNA to wash her hands using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer instead of soap and water?
Between checking on patients.
Which of the following procedures is NOT appropriate for a patient who has been ordered to be placed in restraints? Offer toileting and water every one to two hours; Tie the restraints directly to the bed frames; Tie the restraints directly to the side rails
Tie the restraints directly to the side rails
A patient is scheduled for surgery later in the day. What type of food would you expect on his breakfast tray?
No tray--the patient is NPO
Which technique is MOST appropriate for a patient with both poor upper body and lower body strength?
Four-point technique