The NA is using an electric shaver to shave a client when it begins to spark and smoke.
What should the NA do next? - answer Unplug the shaver
The NA is caring for a client who has right-sided paralysis. Where should the signaling
device be placed? - answer On the left side of the bed near the client's hand
The NA is preparing to lift a client using proper body mechanics, the NA SHOULD: -
answer Bend knees and keep back straight
The NA is caring for a client who needs to be transferred. The care plan states "Transfer
with mechanic lift" However the client is very agitated. To transfer the client the NA
SHOULD: - answer Get assistance to move the client
The NA is assisting a client with eating. The client begins to choke and turn blue. The
NA SHOULD: - answer Call for assistance and perform Heimlich maneuver (abdominal
thrust)
The NA is providing care for a client with a full set of dentures. Proper procedure
requires that the dentures be placed: - answerIn a denture cup with the client's name on
it
What type of fire can be put out with water? - answerPaper
The NA is responsible for all of the following fire preventions EXCEPT: - answerTaking
cigarettes and matches away from all clients and visitors
The NA is preparing to help a client walk from the bed to a chair. Which of the following
SHOULD the NA put on the client's feet? - answerRubber-soled slippers
The NA understands that the MOST important reason for suing soap and water to clean
the client's skin after elimination is to: - answerRemove feces and urine from the skin
The NA SHOULD refuse to perform a task if the: - answerNA has not been trained to do
it
Before helping a client into a bath or shower, the NA should FIRST: - answerCheck the
temperature of the water
, When taking a client's radial pulse, the nurse aide's fingertips should be placed on the
client's: - answerWrist
The NA reports directly to the : - answerNurse supervisor
When communicating with the client's family, the NA SHOULD: - answerListen to
concerns and offer support
The NA is making an empty bed and notices that the side rail is broken. The NA
SHOULD: - answerReport the broken side rail immediately
The NA is caring for a client who becomes incontinent of urine right before dinner. The
NA SHOULD: - answerClean the client and take him/her to dinner as soon as possible
The NA notices that the client's radio cord is draped across a chair in order to reach the
nearest outlet. The FIRST thing the NA should do is: - answerSee if any changes can
be made so that the radio can be plugged in safely
The NA is walking with a client who is confined to a wheelchair when the facility fire
alarm system is activated. The client becomes excited from the noise. The NA
SHOULD: - answerComfort the client while moving to safe place
The NA noties a client spill water on the floor in the hall. Another client is walking down
the hall. The NA SHOULD: - answerClean up the spill
For safety, when leaving a client alone in a room, the NA SHOULD: - answerPlace the
signaling device within the client's reach
The NA understands that physical restraint may be used: - answerTo prevent client
injury
The NA is concerned about a client's care. Who should the NA speak to FIRST? -
answerThe nurse in charge
The NA is preparing to take a client's oral temperature. The NA SHOULD: -
answerPlace the thermometer under the tongue
The NA should understand that pressure ulcer can often be prevented if the client is: -
answerTurned or repositioned every two hours
The NA is caring for a client with hand tremors. The NA SHOULD: - answerAssist the
client with the activity of daily living as needed
The NA is assisting a client in resolving grievances. The NA should report the grievance
to the: - answerNurse in charge
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