Communication
Describe " Denial "
the action of declaring something to be untrue
How long do you use friction while washing your hands?
20 seconds
A female resident’s perineal area should be cleaned __________.
Front to back
If a resident is feeling faint, what should the NA instruct the person to do?
Have the resident lean forward and place her head between her knees
What is the definition of Burnout?
physical , mental , emotional exhaustion
With whom is it appropriate to use medical terminology?
The Care Team
How many links in the chain of infection must be broken to prevent infection?
1
The medical term for swelling in body tissues caused by excess fluid is...
Edema
The medical term for nosebleed is....
Epistaxis
The illegal use of a resident’s resources for another’s profit is considered_________________.
Exploitation
A person’s orientation includes awareness of which two things?
Date and Time
Sterilizing objects
What part of the body should be cleaned daily?
Perineal Area
How can a Nursing Assistant control bleeding?
Hold a thick pad or clean cloth against the wound and press down hard
How many times can disposable gloves be worn before being discarded?
1
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
Dyspnea
Describe " Infection control and prevention"
a set of methods used to prevent the spread of disease
Identify Pediculosis Symptoms
itching and Rash's
When a person’s breathing stops, it is called:
Respiratory Arrest
One ounce equals _____ ml.
30
____________ means that a person is confused about person, place, and time.
Disorientation
According to your textbook, under standard precautions, the term body fluids applies to what?
Saliva , Urine, Feces, Pus
A resident who is edentulous.....
Lacks Teeth
Expressive aphasia is the medical term that means...
An inability to communicate through speech or writing
What is a physical need?
Food