TMU FINAL # 7
1. You are taking care of a resident, Mrs. Piper, who is 92 years old and is on bedrest. After you complete her care and remove your gloves, you will
a. tell her you will see her later, and leave the room
b. wash your hands before going to the next resident
c. go to the next resident to provide care
d. take your break if it is the appropriate time - answerB
2. All residents have
a. confused periods
b. chronic diseases
c. civil rights
d. hearing loss - answerC
3. When caring for an insulin dependent diabetic, you would report all of the listed signs and symptoms EXCEPT
a. euphoria
b. dizziness
c. sweating d. drowsiness - answerA
4. Which one of the following may help prevent sundowning
a. keeping the facility environment active
b. eliminating caffeine from the diet
c. having activities late in the day
d. moderately loud background music to help focus the resident's mind on other things before bedtime - answerB
5. Which is NOT a normal change in the digestive system caused by aging a. effective gag reflex
b. slower absorption of nutrients
c. decreased effectiveness of taste buds
d. thicker saliva - answerA
6. When a new resident is admitted, you should
a. keep him separated from his roommate until he has adjusted
b. make his important decisions for him during his transition period
c. greet him by name and introduce yourself
d. do everything for him even if he is able - answerC
7. A resident spilled food on her shirt during lunch. You should
a. leave the shirt on, as it was clean today
b. change the shirt so she will look nice
c. tell the charge nurse how sloppy she is when she eats
d. complain to her visitors about how sloppy she is when she eats - answerB
8. The most important information you should list on your resume is
a. your religion preference
b. the number of children you have
c. your educational background
d. your political party affiliation - answerC
9. After you secure a position as a nursing assistant you should
a. be fashionably late for work every day
b. arrive at work with a bad attitude
c. wear lots of jewelry and makeup that will brighten your assigned resident's day
d. be punctual and cheerful - answerD
10. Nursing assistants may share medical information about a resident with
a. their charge nurse and co-workers b. all employees in the facility c. roommates and family members d. residents' visitors and friends - answerA
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