When assisting a client in learning to use a walker, it is important to:
Standing behind him and using a transfer belt protects both the client and the aide.
Urinary retention refers to
an inability to urinate.
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When assisting a client in learning to use a walker, it is important to:
Standing behind him and using a transfer belt protects both the client and the aide.
Urinary retention refers to
an inability to urinate. Retention of urine is a symptom that should be reported to the charge nurse as soon as it is noted.
Normal hearing loss in aging is usually related to the ability to hear
high-pitched sounds Because of this aspect of hearing loss, the aged hear well if you lower your voice. Shouting in a high-pitched voice does not help.
The best way to safely identify your patient is by
checking the name tag. A confused patient may answer to any name or lie down in any bed.
Mrs. Jones is on a bowel and bladder training program. She has not had a bowel movement for three days. What should the nurse aide do?
The nurse aide should report it to the charge nurse. Nurse aides cannot order a procedure or increase fluids. Anything unusual must be reported to the nurse in charge.
The proper medical abbreviation for before meals is
a.c.
The proper medical term for high blood pressure is
hypertension
A patient who has difficulty chewing or swallowing will need what type of diet
mechanical soft. A mechanical soft diet is easy to chew, swallow, and digest.
Mrs Smith is an 81-year-old resident with Alzheimer's disease and cannot find her room. What should the nurse aide do to help Mrs Smith feel more independent?
Place a familiar object outside her room door. Helping her locate her room on her own would make Ms. Lee feel better about herself.
How often should a patient's intake and output records be totaled?
once each shift. Input and output are totaled once per shift as well as every 24 hours.
Which of the following should you observe and record when admitting a client?
bruises, marks, rashes, or broken skin. Failure to notice bruises or marks on the skin on admission may later cause someone to believe you were involved in abuse.
When responding to a client on the intercom, you should
give your name and position and say, "May I help you?". When responding to a patient on the intercom, you should give your name and position.
Which of the following things should you do to familiarize a new client with his or her surroundings?
Show the client where the call light is and how to work it. You should never leave a new admit until the patient knows how to call for help.
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