Wound Care
If safety pins are used to secure a binder, the safety pins should be positioned pointing _____ the wound.
away from
To prevent pressure injuries,
A. Provide clean linens every day.
B. Change linens whenever they are wet or soiled.
C. Change linens whenever they are wrinkled.
D. Provide clean linens every shift.
B. Change linens whenever they are wet or soiled.
What are some causes of hearing loss?
Damage to the outer, middle, or inner ear or to the acoustic nerve
What is aphasia?
The total or partial loss of the ability to use or understand language
What is AMD?
Age-related macular degeneration blurs central vision. It causes a blind spot in the center of vision.
What is the correct range for a cold application?
50°F to 64°F
Which of the following prevents pressure on legs, feet, and toes?
A. bed cradle
B. heel elevator
C. egg-crate type of pad
D. flotation pad
A. bed cradle
What are some two aids that persons with hearing loss use?
Hearing aids, hearing dogs
What is dysarthria?
Difficult or poor speech
How often are eyeglasses cleaned?
Daily or as needed
What is the correct range for a heat application?
99°F to 106°F
A person has a venous ulcer. She should be turned at least every ___ hours.
2
What are some ways to promote hearing?
see p.460
What are some common causes for aphasia?
Stroke, head injury, brain infections, dementia and cancer
High pressure inside the eyeball results from a buildup of excess fluid in the eye. This pressure eventually damages the optic nerve. What is this condition?
Glaucoma
Heat and cold applications should be applied no longer than ___ to ___ minutes.
15 / 20
A resident has an arterial ulcer. Which measure is incorrect?
A. Remind the person not to sit with crossed legs.
B. Avoid injury to the legs and feet.
C. Massage reddened areas.
D. Keep the person's feet clean and dry.
C. Massage reddened areas.
Do hearing aids amplify background noise as well as speech?
Yes
What is the term for difficulty understanding language?
Receptive aphasia (Wernicke's aphasia)
Can low vision be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, drugs or surgery?
No
A person needs frequent dressing changes. You would expect the nurse to secure the dressings with _____.
Montgomery ties
If a pressure injury is over a bony prominence, a person is at risk for _____.
osteomyelitis
Should the resident sleep with his/her hearing aid?
No
What is the term for problems speaking and understanding language?
Global aphasia
What is a cataract?
clouding of the lens