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When should postmortem care be performed?

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Immediately after the doctor pronounces the patient dead

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A walker may be used if the client can

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Support some weight

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A cane should be used on

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The unaffected (strong) side of the body

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A nurse aide is collecting linens for a bed change and drops a sheet on the floor. What should the nurse aide do?

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Discard it in the soiled linen hamper

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When applying a cold treatment to a patient, it is important to observe the patient closet for signs of

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Cyanosis

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The purpose of correctly positioning the client is to a) prevent skin break down b) maintain function of joints and muscles c) increase comfort d) all of the above

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d) all of the above

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A surgical bed should be left in what position

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Highest position

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He preferred way to remove a bedpan from a client who is unable to lift her buttocks is to

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Turn the client to the side while holding the pan

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After shaving a patient with a safety razor the nurse aide should

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Dispose in sharps container

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When a client complains that his dentures are hurting, the appropriate actions is to

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Report it to the charge nurse

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A nurse aide notices that a water pitcher has spilled on the floor. The best action would be to

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Wipe it immediately

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Upon entering a room, the nurse aide notices that a patient is not breathing. The aide's first action is to

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Call for help

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A pertinent is on bed rest, wearing TED hose. How often should the hose be removed

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At least twice daily

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Decubitus ulcers can be prevented by a) changing the client's position frequently b) placing an egg-crate mattress on top of the mattress c) increasing the patient's vitamin C intake d) both A and B

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d) both A and B

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The first step in getting a client up to walk is to

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Check the activity order

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A client's vital signs are as follows: 118/80- 98.8- 80- 30. Which finding should be reported at once?

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Respiration

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All of the following can cause an inaccurate oral temperature reading except

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Using an electronic thermometer

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Diastolic blood pressure is determined by

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Listening for the last clear sound

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All of the following are correct when measuring blood pressure, EXCEPT

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Use the biggest cuff possible to get an accurate reading

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The first step in performing any procedure it to

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Proper hand washing

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Which of the following best destroys bacteria?

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Sterilizing

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In the event of a fire in a client's room, the nurse aide should first

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Get the client to a safe place

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Safe use of oxygen therapy includes

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Posting a "no smoking" sign on the door

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During CPR, the client should be lying

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Flat on a hard surface

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A procedure manual is a

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Written set on instructions on how to perform procedures

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If a client cannot speak English, the nurse aide should

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Ask the charge nurse to arrange for an interpreter

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The accepted way to identify a client is to

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Check the ID bracelet

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Which of the following best describes nail care?

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All clients need nail care

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When performing perineal care, on a male client, always

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Retract the foreskin if uncircumcised

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Back rubs aide in all of the following EXCEPT

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Improving posture

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A client's elbows are dry and red. The nurse aide should

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Report this to the charge nurse

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A decubitus ulcer can be caused by all of the following EXCEPT

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Cotton clothing

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The nursing assistant shampoos a client's hair to improve all of the following EXCEPT

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The rate of the client's hair growth

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When removing a soiled gown from a client who has an IV, the best action is to

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Remove the opposite arm from the gown first

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If a client does not eat all the food on his tray, the first thing an aide should do is

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Ask the client why he has not finished

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The client states that a mistake has been made. There is salt on her tray, although the doctor ordered a low-salt diet. The nurse aide should

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Tell the client not to sue the salt

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Which of the following provides identification of clients in a long-term care facilities?

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Identification bracelet an photograph

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Before transferring a client from the bed to a wheelchair, the nurse aide should her on edge of the bed for a few minutes to

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Prevent orthographic hypotension

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The client's religion forbids eating meat. Beef stew is being served for lunch. The nurse aide should

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Ask the nurse to call the kitchen

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It is important to remember that dying patients

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Have the same needs for care as other patients

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Dying patients and their families

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May go back and forth amount the five stages

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Which of the following is a sign of dementia in an elderly client?

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Not knowing who she is

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Clients with Alzheimer's disease may have all of the following characteristics EXCEPT

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Physical wasting away

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When a client turns on the call light every few minutes, the appropriate response is to

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Stop by the room more often

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The doctor writes as order for "DNR". What does this mean?

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CPR will not be performed

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How a client reacts to illness and disability is most dependent on his

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Income and level of education

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A client with dementia makes sexual advances toward another client with dementia. The nurse aide should

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Tell the charge nurse, since a client with dementia is unable to give consent

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A client hits a nurse aide during lunch. The appropriate response is to

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Call the charge nurse for help

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A resident is confined to her bed. What might keep her from getting pressure sores?

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An air mattress

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