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HEALTH ASSISTING NOCTI REVIEW EXAM2024-2025
What is the Patient Bill of Rights? - ANSWER refers directly to the document
created and authorized by the American Hospital Association, but it also refers to a
document that outlines written policies regarding the types of treatment that
patients can anticipate getting.
What is a DNR? - ANSWER A Do Not Resuscitate order is a document that
commonly follows a living will and states that CPR will not be performed if the
patient stops breathing. Many patients believe that their quality of life is
compromised by life support equipment and would prefer to die with peace and
dignity. Many terminal patients receive DNRs.
What should you check before you leave the patient's room? - ANSWER Make
sure the patient is in a comfortable position, the side rails are lifted, the bed is at the
lowest point to the floor, and the wheels are secured. Also, make sure the call bell,
television remote, phone, water, and tissues are all easily accessible.
What is the definition of a decubitus ulcer? - ANSWER A bedsore, also known as a
pressure ulcer, is caused by continuous pressure on a bodily area that impedes
circulation. These are present on bedridden patients' bonier surfaces, such as the
heels and hips.
Explain the four stages of pressure ulcer development. - ANSWER On intact skin,
stage 1 discolouration is red or blue-grey. Abrasions, bruising, and/or open sores
appear on the top layers of skin during Stage 2. Stage 3 involves the creation of a
deep crater after all layers of skin have been destroyed. Stage 4 involves extending
the damage to muscle, tendon, and bone tissue.
What is a contracture? - ANSWER: A muscle tightness or shortening caused by a
lack of activity or usage. Foot drop is a common kind of contracture that can be
avoided by using foot supports and high-top tennis shoes.
, How often should a patient be turned if confined to bed? - ANSWER Q2H
What's dangling? - ANSWER sitting with legs falling down over the edge of the
bed; used to accustom patients to a sitting position after being confined to bed for
an extended period of time. To determine how successfully the patient adjusted to
the shift, take their pulse at least three times: before, during, and after. Changes in
respiration rate, perspiration, colour, and other similar features should be
documented.
What is a broad base of support? - ANSWER: Place your feet 8-10 inches apart,
one slightly in front of the other, and balance on both feet, pointing in the direction
of motion.
How do you pick something up with good body mechanics? - ANSWER: Bend at
the knees and hips to get near to the object while keeping your back upright.
What type of bed is prepared once a patient is discharged? - Answer: closed bed.
Why is a closed bed turned into an open bed? - ANSWER: A point is being
addressed.
How is the pillow positioned on the bed? - ANSWER Keep the open end away
from the entrance to prevent infections from entering from the hallway.
How often should a patient be given a back rub while confined to bed? - Respond
at least once every eight hours.
Why shouldn't dentures be rinsed with hot water? - ANSWER Hot water can break
the dentures.
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