When preforming a bed bath, what temperature should the water be? - ANSWER 105-115 degrees Fahrenheit
Which of the following tasks is NOT completed during a routine bed bath for a diabetic? - ANSWER Nail care
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When preforming a bed bath, what temperature should the water be? - ANSWER 105-115 degrees Fahrenheit
Which of the following tasks is NOT completed during a routine bed bath for a diabetic? - ANSWER Nail care
How would you classify a pressure sore that has a pink wound bed, but does not extend through the full thickness of the skin? - ANSWER Stage two
A patient is scheduled for surgery later in the day. What type of food would you expect on his breakfast tray? - ANSWER No tray - the patient is NPO
How can a STNA help prevent the development of pressure sores? - ANSWER Doing partial baths every time patient soils herself
When is it acceptable for a STNA to wash her hands using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer instead of soap and water? - ANSWER Between checking on patients
A STNA is providing care for a patient on contact precautions. What type of personal protective equipment should she be using? - ANSWER Gown
Before entering a patient's room, personal protective equipment (PPE) should be put on in which order? - ANSWER Gown, mask, gloves
When changing linens in an isolation room, which of the following is an appropriate measure to prevent contamination of clean materials? - ANSWER Placing dirty linens in a plastic bag inside of patient's room, and then putting the plastic bag into a bag outside of the room that is held open by a second STNA
Which of the following items requires cleaning with a disinfectant prior to use? - ANSWER Thermometer
What is the proper term for an infection that is transmitted during a medical procedure? - ANSWER Iatrogenic
For a patient on fall precautions, what is the minimum number of side rails that should be raised while the patient is in bed? - ANSWER 2
Before transferring a patient from the bed to a wheelchair, what is the very first thing the STNA should do - ANSWER Ensure the wheels on both the wheelchair and the bed are locked
What type of assistance would be required for an elderly woman who fell recently, but is still able to ambulate? - ANSWER Contact guard assistance
Which technique is MOST appropriate for a patient with both poor upper body and lower body strength? - ANSWER Four-point technique
A STNA encounter a small fire in a patient's room. The room is empty. What is her first priority? - ANSWER Activate the fire alarm
Which of the following procedure is NOT appropriate for a patient who has been ordered to be placed in restraints? - ANSWER Tie the restraints directly to the side rails
How should a STNA clean an indwelling catheter? - ANSWER By using a circular motion away from the body
Before taking a meal tray into a patient's room, what should a STNA do? - ANSWER Ensure that the correct food is on the tray
If a STNA notices that a patient appears to be having difficulty swallowing, what should she do? - ANSWER Notify the nurse immediately
How often should anti-embolism stockings be removed? - ANSWER Every 8 hours
There is a note on a patient's charts that she should be placed in the Sim's position. How should the patient be positioned? - ANSWER On her left side with the top leg flexed and supported by a pillow
What is the first step for a STNA who is about to put on sterile gloves? - ANSWER Wash and dry hands thoroughly
Which of the following is a measurement of the pressure in a patient's heart during contraction? - ANSWER Systolic blood pressure
Which of the following abnormal vital signs should be immediately reported to the nurse? - ANSWER Respiratory rate of 5
Which fluids should be included in the measurement of a patient's intake? - ANSWER All 3 of these things:
-8 oz. of milk
-250 mL of intravenous fluids
-6 oz. of Jell-O
What is the first thing a STNA should so when measuring a patient's height and weight? - ANSWER Wash her hands
Which of the following is an example of subjective data? - ANSWER The patient states that she has a pain level of 8
While completing her documentation, a STNA notices that she made a mistake while writing in a patient's blood pressure. How should she correct the notation? - ANSWER Draw a single line through the incorrect notation, and write "error", along with her initials. The correct number should be written next to it
A patient with which of the following conditions is MOST at risk for for dehydration? - ANSWER Diarrhea
When caring for a patient with diarrhea, which of the following should be recorded in the patient's chart? - ANSWER All 3 of these things:
-Odor of the stool
-Types and amounts of fluids the patient is drinking
-Number of stool
How often should a patient who is lying on an egg crate or an inflatable mattress be turned? - ANSWER Every 2 hours
Which of the following is NOT an intervention a STNA can use to manage edema? - ANSWER Use ice or a cold pack to reduce swelling
A patient with a shuffling gait, difficulty swallowing and speaking, and short-term memory loss MOST likely has: - ANSWER Parkinson's disease
A STNA is caring for a patient with Sundowner's syndrome. Which of the following symptoms should he be especially aware of? - ANSWER Worsening confusion at night
What is one of the techniques a STNA can use to help a patient with aphasia? - ANSWER Using a picture or letter board
A STNA is caring for a patient who is becoming agitated. How should she speak to the patient? - ANSWER Calmly and clearly, while attempting to determine why the patient is agitated
Hospice care is appropriate for patients who: - ANSWER Are expected to live less than six months
Which of the following answer choices correctly lists the five stages of grief in order of their expected occurrence? - ANSWER Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
Unless otherwise ordered, how often should a STNA record the vital signs of a patient who is actively dying? The patient has a signed DNR order in place. - ANSWER Never
While you are caring for a Buddhist patient, he mentions an upcoming fast day when he can only eat at predetermined times during the day. What is an appropriate response? - ANSWER Speak with him to determine what his needs will be that day and coordinate with the dining and food team
When caring for a Jewish patient who observes the Kosher laws, the STNA notices his dinner plate has a dish with pork in it. What should the STNA do? - ANSWER Call the dining/food department to order a new tray, and explain the delay to the patient
What needs are found on the bottom level of Maslow's pyramid? - ANSWER
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