, What is one important reason why the bed should remain wrinkle-free? - ANS to help keep the
skin healthy and prevent pressure sores
What is the term for a device that replaces a missing body pat? - ANS prosthesis
To convert four ounces of water to milliters (ml or mL), the nurse assistant should multiply four
by: - ANS 30
Which of the following healthcare settings is for people who will die in six months? - ANS
hospice
K
Which of the following abbreviations means "nothing by mouth"? - ANS NPO
C
Exercises that put each joint through its full arc of motion are called: - ANS range of motion
What is the medical term for high blood pressure? - ANS hypertension
LO
What is a task that is outside the scope of practice for an NA? - ANS inserting tubes into a
resident's body
Standard Precautions should be practiced - ANS on every single person in your care
YC
Which kind of care helps restore a resident to the highest level of functioning possible? - ANS
rehabilitation
If an activity is not listed on the care plan, what is the responsibility of a NA? - ANS The NA
should not perform the activity if it is not listed on the care plan.
D
Restraints can be applied: - ANS only with a doctor's orders
U
Generally, the last sense to leave a dying person is the sense of - ANS hearing
What is a normal range of a blood pressure? - ANS varies 119/75 is an example
ST
Incontinence may be caused by: - ANS nervous system diseases
Standing with the legs shoulder-width apart is using - ANS good body mechanics
Aftr an amputation, a resident may experience phantom sensation. Phantom sensation is - ANS
pain or sensation caused by remaining nerve endings
How should a fracture pan be positioned? - ANS with the handle toward the foot of the bed
What does palliative care involve? - ANS pain relief and comfort
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