Question

1. Electronic blood pressure devices require the use of a stethoscope. *

a. True

b. False

2. The odd-numbered pounds on an upright scale are marked with numbers. *

a. True

b. False

3. The gatch handles to the bed should be left out at all times. *

a. True

b. False

4. You should tell the patient that you are counting her respirations. *

a. True

b. False

5. For good posture and even weight distribution, the patient’s feet should be at a 45 degree angle to the lower legs when she is seated in a chair. *

a. True

b. False

6. When transporting a patient in airborne precautions to another area of the health care facility, the nursing assistant should wear an isolation gown. *

a. True

b. False

7. The relaxation phase of the heart cycle is diastole. *

a. True

b. False

8. The outside front and sleeves of the (used) isolation gown are considered clean. *

a. True

b. False

9. The semiprone position is usually uncomfortable for elderly patients. *

a. True

b. False

10. Hazardous products may be poured into smaller containers as long as you know what the product is. *

a. True

b. False

11. Body temperature normally varies 1 to 4 degrees during the course of the day. *

a.True

b. False

12. If you must transfer a patient who weighs more than you do, ask another assistant to help. *

a.True

b. False

13. When using a draw sheet to move a patient, roll the edges of the draw sheet close to the patient’s sides. *

a.True

b. False

14. A patient should not be left alone with a rectal thermometer in place. *

a.True

b. False

15. The most important measure that the health care worker can take to break the chain of infection is to use standard precautions. *

a.True

b. False

16. The stethoscope diminishes sounds and external noises. *

a.True

b. False

17. The even-numbered pounds on the upright scale are marked with long lines. *

a.True

b. False

18. Unit safety is the responsibility of the housekeeping and maintenance departments. *

a.True

b. False

19. Always use the side rails and safety belt when transporting a patient on a stretcher. *

a.True

b. False

20. Many individuals have no signs and symptoms of illness, yet they are able to transmit hepatitis to others. *

a.True

b. False

21. High blood pressure causes 80 percent of all kidney failure. *

a.True

b. False

22. Tachycardia is an unusually slow heart rate. *

a.True

b. False

23. Pulses can be felt in locations where large veins come close to the skin. *

a.True

b. False

24. The patient should be evaluated by a nurse or therapist before beginning an ambulation program. *

a.True

b. False

25. When two nursing assistants are moving a patient, they should designate a signal to use when it is time to lift. *

a.True

b. False

26. If the patient is wearing an incontinence brief, make sure it is dry before weighing. *

a.True

b. False

27. When beginning a procedure, it is not necessary to provide privacy if no one else is in the room. *

a.True

b. False

28. Breathing is partially under voluntary control. *

a.True

b. False

29. The radial pulse is located on the thumb side of the wrist. *

a.True

b. False

30. The pulse deficit is the difference between the systolic and diastolic blood pressure. *

a.True

b. False

31. A glass thermometer with a stubby bulb is called an oral thermometer. *

a.True

b. False

32. When logrolling a patient, turn the patient as a unit. *

a.True

b. False

33. Age, weight, and sleep can influence blood pressure readings. *

a.True

b. False

34. Slight irregularities in the character of the pulse need not be reported. *

a.True

b. False

35. A person who harbors an infectious organism is known as a host. *

a.True

b. False

36. The patient should empty his or her bladder before being weighed. *

a.True

b. False

37. Each small line on the upper bar of the upright scale indicates 4 ounces of weight. *

a.True

b. False

38. The nursing assistant should avoid contaminating environmental surfaces when wearing used gloves. *

a.True

b. False

39. An autoclave is used to disinfect equipment. *

a.True

b. False

40. Measure the patient’s height every time you obtain the weight. *

a.True

b. False

41. Size of the blood pressure cuff is not a consideration for obtaining accurate values. *

a.True

b. False

42. The semisupine position is the same as the lateral position. *

a.True

b. False

43. A marked weight loss in a 24-hour period usually reflects a fluid loss. *

a.True

b. False

44. Body fluid precautions are used only for those patients with known infections. *

a.True

b. False

45. The blood pressure cuff should be applied above the antecubital space. *

a.True

b. False

46. When transferring a patient with one-sided paralysis, lead with the patient’s weakest side. *

a.True

b. False

47. Body temperature is less stable in children than it is in adults. *

a.True

b. False

48. Always use three-pronged plugs in a health care facility. *

a.True

b. False

49. Canes are usually used by patients with fractures. *

a.True

b. False

50. The purpose of using a cane is to provide support. *

a.True

b. False

Answer 1

1.Answer: true.

Explanation:

2.false.

Explanation: because only the even numbered pounds are marked with numbers.

3.true.

Explanation:

4.false.

Explanation: the doctor or nurse can count the patient respiration