A ________ is an intense, irrational fear of or anxiety about an object, place, or situation.
phobia
______ is the special care that focuses on the dignity and comfort of a dying person.
hospice
Signs and symptoms of depression include
apathy
Activities of daily living (ADLs) include
brushing teeth
Normal changes of aging include
thinner, drier skin
The NA’s responsibilities regarding postmortem care include
placing drainage pads where needed
Which of the following is a physiological need?
The need for water
How can an NA give emotional support to a resident who is dying?
by listening more
How can regular activity promote health?
It increases energy
Which of the following statements is true of the normal aging process?
Holistic care focuses on
Which of the following is true of developmental disabilities?
Which of the following is an example of a psychosocial need?
The need for acceptance
If a nursing assistant encounters a consenting adult resident in a sexual situation, she should
Provide privacy and leave the room
What is one way a nursing assistant can promote a resident’s independence?
Which of the following is true of advance directives?
Which of the following stages of child development involves children learning to speak, gaining coordination of their limbs, and gaining control over their bladders and bowels?
toddler (ages 1 to 3)
Children in their _____ years develop language skills, learn to play cooperatively in groups, and begin to learn right from wrong.
A disorder that is characterized by recurring intrusive behavior or thoughts that cause anxiety is
What does palliative care involve?
Which of the following is part of The Dying Person’s Bill of Rights?
The last sense to leave the body is usually the sense of
hearing
A brain disorder that affects a person’s ability to think clearly and understand reality is
In infants, physical development moves from
the head down
Which of the following is a sign of approaching death?
decreasing blood pressure