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CNA CHAPTER 4 EXAM

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-Guarantee passing score -46 Questions and Answers -format set of multiple-choice -Expert-Verified Explanation Question 1: The best way for an NA to provide foot care for a diabetic resident is to A.) Cut the resident's toenails to keep them short and clean B.) Encourage the resident not to wear socks C.) Make sure the resident is barefoot most of the time D.) Observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation

Answer:

D.) Observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation

Question 2: What happens when a cataract develops?

A.) The lens of the eye disappears B.) The lens of the eye becomes cloudy C.) The lens of the eye stop functioning D.) The lens of the eye becomes swollen

Answer:

B.) The lens of the eye becomes cloudy

Question 3: What kind of shoes are best for residents with diabetes to wear?

A.) Plastic shoes B.) Breathable shoes (leather, cotton, or canvas) C.) Wooden clogs D.) Rubber shoes

Answer:

B.) Breathable shoes (leather, cotton, or canvas)

Question 4: Which anatomical term means the front of the body?

A.) Anterior B.) Inferior C.) Superior D.) Posterior

Answer:

A.) Anterior

Question 5: When atrophy occurs

A.) The muscle slowly becomes stronger B.) The muscle increases in size C.) The muscle remains the same size D.) The muscle decreases in size

Answer:

D.) The muscle decreases in size

Question 6: Which of the following is a function of the nervous system?

A.) It pumps blood throughout the body B.) It helps the body take in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide C.) It senses and interprets information from outside the body D.) It helps the body digest food

Answer:

C.) It senses and interprets information from outside the body

Question 7: A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should eat

A.) Small, frequent meals B.) Quickly C.) High-fat fairy products D.) Spicy foods

Answer:

A.) Small, frequent meals Question 8: Guidelines for caring for a resident with multiple sclerosis include which of the following?A.) Rushing the resident through tasks to help with decision-making skills B.) Administering medicaitons C.) Preventing falls D.) Encouraging the resident to speak faster to improve cognition

Answer:

C.) Preventing falls Question 9: One way a nursing assistant can help with normal changes of aging related to the integumentary system is to A.) Withhold fluids so a resident will not go to the bathroom often B.) Clip toenails frequently C.) Keep sheets wrinkle-free D.) Rub lotion into red or irritated spots on the resident's skin

Answer:

C.) Keep sheets wrinkle-free Question 10: When helping a resident who has had a hip replacement get dressed, how should the nursing assistant (NA) begin?A.) Start with the stronger side B.) Start with the left side C.) Start with the weaker side D.) Start with the feet and move upward

Answer:

C.) Start with the weaker side

Question 11: The medical term for high blood pressure is

A.) Angina pectoris B.) Atherosclerosis C.) Nitroglycerin D.) Hypertension

Answer:

D.) Hypertension

Question 12: Which of the following is true of spinal cord injuries?

A.) Residents with spinal cord injuries will not be able to perform any self-care B.) Rehabilitation is not helpful with spinal cord injuries C.) The lower the injury, the greater the loss of function D.) The higher the injury, the greater the loss of function

Answer:

D.) The higher the injury, the greater the loss of function

Question 13: What should an NA do when providing oral care for a resident with cancer?A.) The NA should use a commercial mouth wash for rinsing B.) The NA should use a hard-bristled toothbrush C.) The NA should assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly D.) The NA should avoid giving oral care or give limited oral care

Answer:

C.) The NA should assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly

Question 14: Respiration consists of

A.) Intake and output B.) Inspiration and expiration C.) Systole and diastole D.) Dilation and contraction

Answer:

B.) Inspiration and expiration

Question 15: Homeostasis is

A.) Abnormal changes in the body systems B.) The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best C.) The building block of the body D.) A group of cells that perform a similar task

Answer:

B.) The condition in which all of the body systems are working their best Question 16: A(n) ______ stocking is a special stocking that can help with circulation after a knee replacement A.) Anti-embolic B.) Sheer C.) Clothing D.) Sleeve

Answer:

A.) Anti-embolic

Question 17: Parkinson's disease typically causes

A.) A shuffling gait B.) Extremely straight posture C.) Memory loss D.) Aggressive behavior

Answer:

A.) A shuffling gait