Mrs. Shumway has an order for I&O. You have picked up her breakfast and note she drank half of a 6oz. glass of juice, 4oz of milk, and 8oz of coffee, you document:
a. 920cc
b. 240cc
c. 450cc
d. 680cc
A certified nursing assistant is required to keep the Board informed of his/her current
a. CPR certification
b. employer's mail address
c. health insurance coverage
d. immunizations
A therapy that would provide stimulation and companionship in a facility or home could be
a. animal-assisted therapy
b. rehabilitative therapy
c. occupational therapy
d. aversion-assisted therapy
You should record and report to the RN
a. when a resident wants to use his own supplies
b. when a resident has a new rash and redness on his neck
c. if the wife is present and states she wants to shave her husband herself
d. if the resident refuses to be shaved until after lunch
When working with a resident you notice the resident is confused about the time, place and situation. You understand this can be documented by the nurse as
a. defense mechanisms
b. disorientation
c. depression
d. developmental regression
Restorative care is a type of care that attempts to restore the person to their highest level of function and is performed by the
a. physical therapist.
b. nursing staff.
c. social worker
d. physician.
When transferring Mrs. Sparks onto the toilet:
a. use a gait belt to stand her
b. put her right arm around your neck
c. have her put all of her weight on her right leg when moving
d. all of the above
Chronic anxiety and worry, even when there is no reason for concern is
a. obsessive-compulsive disorder
b. posttraumatic stress disorder
c. general anxiety disorder
d. major depressive disorder
All of the following are signs of clinical depression EXCEPT
a. diminished interest in doing ADL's
b. increased ability to make decisions
c. feelings of worthlessness
d. increased fatigue
If a resident who has been outgoing suddenly starts to show signs of withdrawal, you should