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Please indicate the answer choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. 61. Which of the following patients in your assignment will probably need special oral hygiene? * a. Mrs. Jumer, an unconscious patient with nasal oxygen and a gastrostomy tube b. Mr. Heckendorf, a confused patient with a hip fracture who is receiving PT c. Miss Luna, a 22-year-old patient who had knee surgery this morning d. Dr. Pullman, a confused patient who bathes and dresses with supervision 62. A standard hospital bed can be adjusted for* a. height and position. b. turning the patient. c. height only. d. position only. 63. A bariatric advocate is a/an* a. physician who specializes in diseases of obesity. b. individual who speaks on behalf of overweight patients. c. member of the clergy who cares for spiritual and religious needs. d. nurse who coordinates the care plan for bariatric patients. 64. A nursing assistant is speaking with Mr. Collins, who is suffering from depression. During their conversation, the nursing assistant should avoid saying which of the following? * a. “I know you’re feeling unhappy about being in the hospital.” b. “Mr. Collins, I just heard a joke on the radio that I think you’ll appreciate.” c. “Look on the bright side. At least you’re still able to drive.” d. “I’d like to take you for a walk around the grounds this morning.” 65. A patient returns from abdominal surgery and develops hiccups. You should* a. gives the patient a drink of water. b. supports the incisional area with a pillow. c. give the patient a teaspoon of sugar. d. cover the patient with a warm blanket. 66. When awakening the patient, you should* a. call the patient’s name from the door. b. shake the patient gently by the shoulder. c. place your hand on the patient’s arm and say his name. d. grab the patient’s foot and gently turn it side to side. 67. Immediately after the operation, the patient is usually transferred to the* a. recovery room. b. emergency room. c. patient unit. d. coronary care unit. 68. When applying a heat or cold application, * a. gloves are not necessary. b. wear a gown and gloves. c. apply the principles of standard precautions. d. apply the principles of transmission-based precautions. 69. A patient with gallbladder disease may be on a* a. sodium-restricted diet. b. regular diet. c. low-fat diet. d. clear liquid diet. 70. The open bed* a. is made when the patient is discharged. b. has the top bedding fan-folded at the foot. c. has the top bedding folded to one side. d. is made with the patient in bed. 71. A baseline assessment is the* a. nurse’s initial assessment of the patient. b. physician’s diagnosis of the patient. c. ongoing assessment of the patient’s progress. d. patient’s condition upon discharge. 72. Surgery is an example of* a. supportive care. b. life-sustaining treatment. c. hospice care. d. postmortem treatment. 73. You should empty the bedside commode* a. into the sink. b. each time the patient uses it. c. at the end of the shift. d. once a day. 74. If the patient is unable to lift her hips to receive the bedpan, you should* a. lift her by placing your hands at her waist and below the buttocks, then quickly inserting the bedpan. b. elevate the patient’s buttocks by lacing your hands behind her knees and lifting upward. c. roll the patient on her side, place the pan, then return the patient to her back. d. elevate the head of the bed to make it easier to lift her hips. 75. When transferring a patient to another unit, you should* a. leave the chart and medications on the desk and return to your unit as quickly as possible. b. place all the patient’s belongings on the desk and return to your unit. c. give the chart and medications directly to the nurse. d. obtain the patient’s vital signs after you have put him to bed. 76. When using a waterless bathing product, * a. dry the patient well with a towel. b. allow the product to air dry. c. add a small amount of liquid soap. d. do perineal care first. 77. An elderly patient who has hypothermia is at greater risk for* a. sepsis. b. seizure. c. acute edema. d. deep vein thrombosis. 78. Sleep apnea* a. occurs when a person is overtired and falls asleep during the day. b. is a complication of diabetes and high blood pressure. c. may cause mood swings, personality changes, and irritability. d. has no effect on thinking or the ability to do complex tasks. 79. A trochanter roll should be placed* a. by the shoulders and head to immobilize the neck. b. between the waist and midthighs. c. at the foot of the bed. d. under the small of the back. 80. When assisting patients with bathing, always apply the principles of* a. body substance isolation. b. universal precautions. c. transmission-based precautions. d. standard precautions. 81. What is the temperature of tepid water?* a. 80ºF to 95ºF b. 95ºF to 100ºF c. 65ºF to 80ºF d. 100ºF to 105ºF 82. Mental health means* a. an individual acts and behaves normally and contributes to society. b. a person is stress free or is able to disguise anxiety from others. c. an individual’s behavior demonstrates the ability to adjust to stress. d. a person does not think he needs a physician’s care. 83. You are asked to assist the patient into the horizontal recumbent position. You know that this means the patient is positioned on the* a. back with legs extended and slightly separated. b. back with knees flexed and slightly separated. c. right side with the right leg crossed over the left. d. left side with the left leg crossed over the right. 84. Upon discharge, a patient may often take which of the following home? * a. A blood pressure cuff b. A washbasin c. A mercury thermometer d. A hospital gown 85. A DNR order means that* a. you should not disturb the patient for any reason. b. the patient should not be given food or fluids. c. CPR should not be started in the event of cardiac arrest. d. the patient will be donating his organs for transplant. 86. The temperature of a warm soak should be* a. 90 degrees F. b. 95 degrees F. c. 105 degrees F. d. 140 degrees F. 87. Why might a physician order the application of a thermal blanket for a patient?* a. To keep the patient warm b. To reduce inflammation c. To induce hypothermia d. To promote healing 88. A patient with ___________ loses contact with reality and has delusions that seem real. * a. seasonal affective disorder b. posttraumatic stress disorder c. psychosis d. hypochondriasis 89. Heat should not be applied to a patient’s* a. abdomen. b. back. c. leg. d. wrist. 90. What is the name for an authorized release from a hospital or health care facility? * a. Transfer b. Admission c. Assessment d. Discharge 91. When a patient is in the Semi-Fowler’s position, his or her arms should be* a. above the head. b. folded over the chest. c. at the sides. d. horizontal. 92. Low air loss beds* a. eliminate the need for turning. b. reduce pressure, friction, and shearing. c. must be adjusted and reinflated every hour. d. are the licensed nurses’ responsibility. 93. When a patient is dying, the family should* a. be allowed to spend as much time with the patient as they desire. b. not be allowed in the room often, so that the patient can rest. c. provide all of the patient’s care. d. be kept away from the patient as much as possible because dying is upsetting. 94. One of the main tasks of the nursing assistant who is assisting with a physical examination is to* a. perform direct examinations. b. watch the procedure. c. provide privacy and comfort. d. give the patient instructions. 95. Early signs of dehydration include* a. bradycardia and decreased urinary output. b. hypertension and dry mucous membranes. c. hypotension and normal urinary output. d. tachycardia and decreased urinary output. 96. Delusions are* a. false beliefs. b. hallucinations. c. actual events. d. coping mechanisms. 97. A bariatric patient often needs a(n) ________ to relieve discomfort while in the hospital bed. * a. oscillating fan b. trapeze c. mechanical lift d. scale 98. The Aquametric K-Pad should be* a. filled with tap water. b. preset at 95 to 105 degrees F. c. secured with pins. d. used for one hour each time. 99. Vitamins* a. contain amino acids that the body cannot manufacture. b. promote growth and aid normal body functioning. c. are the building blocks of all cells. d. produce heat and energy. 100. When washing and drying beneath the skin folds on a bariatric patient, it is important to* a. rub vigorously. b. allow the skin to air dry. c. use gentle pressure. d. use a terrycloth washcloth.

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