Question 1

While giving the patient a bed bath,the nurse notices a reddened area on the patient's coccyx.The nurse should:

Accepted Answer

A) decrease the temperature of the bath water. 
B) massage the reddened area to decrease the redness. 
C) apply topical moisturizing agents to the area. 
D) ignore the redness because it will return to normal soon. 
A) decrease the temperature of the bath water. 
B) massage the reddened area to decrease the redness. 
C) apply topical moisturizing agents to the area. 
D) ignore the redness because it will return to normal soon. C

Question 2

The patient requires postural drainage 3 times a day.Which of the following bed positions would be most appropriate for this task?

Accepted Answer

A) Fowler's position 
B) Trendelenburg's position 
C) Reverse Trendelenburg's position 
D) Semi-Fowler's position 
A) Fowler's position 
B) Trendelenburg's position 
C) Reverse Trendelenburg's position 
D) Semi-Fowler's position B

Question 3

Tissue that surrounds the fingernail,slowly grows over the nail,and must be regularly pushed back with a soft nailbrush is known as the __________________.

Accepted Answer

cuticle
The nail is surrounded by a cuticle,which slowly grows over the nail and must be regularly pushed back with a soft nailbrush.Take care to avoid breaking the skin around the nail.Breaks in the skin allow the entry of bacteria.

Question 4

The development of diabetic foot ulcers is dependent on which of the following? (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

A) Peripheral neuropathy 
B) Tissue ischemia 
C) Trauma to the foot 
D) Pain in the affected extremity 
A) Peripheral neuropathy 
B) Tissue ischemia 
C) Trauma to the foot 
D) Pain in the affected extremity

Question 5

Critically ill patients on a ventilator are at risk for ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP).Sources of VAP include: (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

A) bacteria in the oral pharynx. 
B) dental plaque. 
C) chlorhexidine rinses. 
D) frequent oral hygiene. 
A) bacteria in the oral pharynx. 
B) dental plaque. 
C) chlorhexidine rinses. 
D) frequent oral hygiene.

Question 6

The ____________ is the largest human organ.

Accepted Answer

skin
Skin,the largest human body organ,p

Question 7

The first line of defense against external injury and infection contains several thin layers of cells undergoing different stages of maturation.This first line of defense is known as the _______.

Accepted Answer

epidermis
The epidermis,or out

Question 8

Patients at greatest risk for developing serious foot problems include those with: (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

A) peripheral neuropathy. 
B) peripheral vascular disease. 
C) pancreatitis. 
D) diabetes. 
A) peripheral neuropathy. 
B) peripheral vascular disease. 
C) pancreatitis. 
D) diabetes.

Question 9

Regular oral hygiene is necessary to maintain the integrity of tooth surfaces and to prevent gum inflammation known as ____________.

Accepted Answer

gingivitis
Regular oral hygien

Question 10

The nurse assesses the patient's skin and notices an abrasion.Which of the following best describes this type of skin abnormality?

Accepted Answer

A) A papulopustular skin eruption 
B) Rough texture on the skin surface 
C) Erythema and scaly,oozing areas 
D) A scraping away of the epidermis 
A) A papulopustular skin eruption 
B) Rough texture on the skin surface 
C) Erythema and scaly,oozing areas 
D) A scraping away of the epidermis

Question 11

The nurse is providing nail care for the patient who wants his fingernails "done." The nurse should:

Accepted Answer

A) clip the fingernails gently to prevent injury. 
B) clean under the nails using an orange stick. 
C) soak the fingernails no longer than 10 minutes. 
D) clean under the nails using the end of a cotton swab. 
A) clip the fingernails gently to prevent injury. 
B) clean under the nails using an orange stick. 
C) soak the fingernails no longer than 10 minutes. 
D) clean under the nails using the end of a cotton swab.

Question 12

What should the nurse do before starting a patient's bed bath?

Accepted Answer

A) Lower the bed. 
B) Offer the bedpan or urinal. 
C) Partially undress the patient. 
D) Place the head of the bed in high-Fowler's position. 
A) Lower the bed. 
B) Offer the bedpan or urinal. 
C) Partially undress the patient. 
D) Place the head of the bed in high-Fowler's position.

Question 13

________________ removes sweat,oil,dirt,and bacteria and helps maintain skin integrity.

Accepted Answer

Bathing
Bathing remo

Question 14

The patient confides in the nurse that she is bothered by the fact that she has alopecia.How should the nurse respond to this information?

Accepted Answer

A) Shave hair off of the affected area. 
B) Use permethrin. 
C) Offer the patient access to scarves or wigs. 
D) Place a drop of oil on the area. 
A) Shave hair off of the affected area. 
B) Use permethrin. 
C) Offer the patient access to scarves or wigs. 
D) Place a drop of oil on the area.

Question 15

The nurse is preparing to provide a complete bed bath to a patient who has a running IV.She places a bath blanket over the patient and:

Accepted Answer

A) removes the gown from the arm with the IV first. 
B) removes the gown from the arm without the IV first. 
C) removes the gown after the bath to keep the patient warm. 
D) readjusts the IV rate before removing the gown. 
A) removes the gown from the arm with the IV first. 
B) removes the gown from the arm without the IV first. 
C) removes the gown after the bath to keep the patient warm. 
D) readjusts the IV rate before removing the gown.

Question 16

The act of chewing is also known as ________________.

Accepted Answer

mastication
The teet

Question 17

When bathing a patient,which sequence is the correct approach to use?

Accepted Answer

A) Wash the feet after the legs. 
B) Wash the eyes after the face. 
C) Wash the legs before the abdomen. 
D) Wash the back area before the extremities. 
A) Wash the feet after the legs. 
B) Wash the eyes after the face. 
C) Wash the legs before the abdomen. 
D) Wash the back area before the extremities.

Question 18

Shaving with a disposable razor is contraindicated for a patient with:

Accepted Answer

A) heart disease. 
B) diabetes mellitus. 
C) a head injury. 
D) a bleeding disorder. 
A) heart disease. 
B) diabetes mellitus. 
C) a head injury. 
D) a bleeding disorder.

Question 19

In providing perineal care for a male patient,the nurse realizes that the patient has not been circumcised.The nurse should:

Accepted Answer

A) retract the foreskin aftercare has been completed. 
B) place the patient in prone position. 
C) replace the foreskin to its natural position aftercare has been provided. 
D) have the patient adduct his legs. 
A) retract the foreskin aftercare has been completed. 
B) place the patient in prone position. 
C) replace the foreskin to its natural position aftercare has been provided. 
D) have the patient adduct his legs.

Question 20

In relation to hygiene and the acute care setting,the nurse knows that which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) The disposable bath is a less desirable form of bathing than the traditional basin bath. 
B) The disposable bath is a more desirable form of bathing than the traditional basin bath. 
C) The disposable bath is more desirable for patients who can bathe independently. 
D) The disposable bath is not an acceptable form of bathing in the acute care setting. 
A) The disposable bath is a less desirable form of bathing than the traditional basin bath. 
B) The disposable bath is a more desirable form of bathing than the traditional basin bath. 
C) The disposable bath is more desirable for patients who can bathe independently. 
D) The disposable bath is not an acceptable form of bathing in the acute care setting.

Exam 18: Personal Hygiene and Bed Making

While giving the patient a bed bath,the nurse notices a reddened area on the patient's coccyx.The nurse should:

The patient requires postural drainage 3 times a day.Which of the following bed positions would be most appropriate for this task?

Tissue that surrounds the fingernail,slowly grows over the nail,and must be regularly pushed back with a soft nailbrush is known as the __________________.

The development of diabetic foot ulcers is dependent on which of the following? (Select all that apply. )

Critically ill patients on a ventilator are at risk for ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP).Sources of VAP include: (Select all that apply. )

The ____________ is the largest human organ.

The first line of defense against external injury and infection contains several thin layers of cells undergoing different stages of maturation.This first line of defense is known as the _______.

Patients at greatest risk for developing serious foot problems include those with: (Select all that apply. )

Regular oral hygiene is necessary to maintain the integrity of tooth surfaces and to prevent gum inflammation known as ____________.

The nurse assesses the patient's skin and notices an abrasion.Which of the following best describes this type of skin abnormality?

The nurse is providing nail care for the patient who wants his fingernails "done." The nurse should:

What should the nurse do before starting a patient's bed bath?

________________ removes sweat,oil,dirt,and bacteria and helps maintain skin integrity.

The patient confides in the nurse that she is bothered by the fact that she has alopecia.How should the nurse respond to this information?

The nurse is preparing to provide a complete bed bath to a patient who has a running IV.She places a bath blanket over the patient and:

The act of chewing is also known as ________________.

When bathing a patient,which sequence is the correct approach to use?

Shaving with a disposable razor is contraindicated for a patient with:

In providing perineal care for a male patient,the nurse realizes that the patient has not been circumcised.The nurse should:

In relation to hygiene and the acute care setting,the nurse knows that which of the following statements is true?

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Admitting, Transfer, and Discharge

Communication and Collaboration

Documentation and Informatics

Vital Signs

Health Assessment

Specimen Collection

Diagnostic Procedures

Medical Asepsis

Sterile Technique

Safe Patient Handling, Transfer, and Positioning

Exercise Mobility

Support Surfaces and Special Beds

Patient Safety

Disaster Preparedness

Pain Management

Palliative Care

Care of the Eye and Ear

Safe Medication Preparation

Administration of Nonparenteral Medications

Administration of Parenteral Medications

Oxygen Therapy

Performing Chest Physiotherapy

Airway Management

Cardiac Care

Closed Chest Drainage Systems

Emergency Measure for Life Support

Intravenous and Vascular Access Therapy

Blood Therapy

Oral Nutrition

Enteral Nutrition

Parenteral Nutrition

Urinary Elimination

Bowel Elimination and Gastric Intubation

Ostomy Care

Preoperative and Postoperative Care

Intraoperative Care

Pressure Injury Prevention and Care

Wound Care and Irrigations

Dressings, Bandages, and Binders

Therapeutic Use of Heat and Cold

Home Care Safety

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