Midterm Mock Exam

Integumentary System

The main function is Protection.

Aging effect on skin

Slower healing is a common effect.

Pressure ulcer stage 1

Characterized by Non-blanchable redness.

Shearing

Described as Skin moving with underlying tissue.

Circulatory System

NOT a structure is Lungs.

Circulatory System function

Primarily Transport oxygen and nutrients.

Radial pulse site

Located on the wrist.

Peripheral Vascular Disease affects

Blood vessels outside the heart.

Respiratory System

Main structure is Trachea.

Respiratory System function

Primarily Gas exchange.

Dyspnea

Refers to Difficulty breathing.

Normal oxygen saturation level

95-100%.

COPD

Stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

RACE in fire safety

Stands for Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish.

MSDS/SDS

Provides information on Chemical safety.

Chain of infection

Includes all EXCEPT Host reaction.

PPE

Stands for Personal Protective Equipment.

Pathogens

Disease-causing microorganisms.

Airborne precautions

Required for diseases like Tuberculosis.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Begins with Physiological needs.

Enteral feeding

Refers to Tube feeding.

Colostomy care

Involves Managing an artificial opening in the abdominal wall.

Normal adult body temperature range

97.8°F to 99.1°F.

One ounce

Equal to 30 milliliters.

Chronic condition

Hypertension is an example.

CEUs for CNA renewal

Stands for Continuing Education Units.

Work hours for CNA renewal in Nevada

24. 24 hours are required.

Nursing process

Includes Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation.

NSBN

Stands for Nevada State Board of Nursing.

Scope of practice

Refers to Tasks allowed to be performed by a nurse.

Informed consent

Obtaining permission before performing a healthcare intervention.

Dementia vs

Dementia is Chronic and progressive.

Sundowning

Increased confusion in the late afternoon/evening.

Abuse identification

Bruises and injuries are signs.

Misappropriation of property

Refers to Stealing patient belongings.

False imprisonment

In healthcare is Not allowing a patient to leave.

Verbal communication

Involves Spoken words.

Aphasia

Affects Language.

Subjective observation

A patient's description of their pain.

Objective observation

"Patient's temperature is 101°F".

Patient with severe chest pain

First step is Call for immediate medical assistance.

Signs of sundowning

Provide a calm environment.

Fire drill on the second floor

First step is Rescue the patient from immediate danger.

COPD patient with shortness of breath

Appropriate intervention is Encourage deep breathing exercises.

Colostomy care

Important to Avoid touching the stoma.

Patient with aphasia

Has difficulty Speaking.

Dehydration sign in elderly

Dry mouth.

Patient refuses medication

Document the refusal and inform the nurse.

Patient has fallen in the bathroom

First step is Stay with the patient and call for help.

Suspected patient abuse

Appropriate action is Report your suspicions to the supervisor.

Seizure Response

Ensure the patient's safety and call for help

High Temperature Management

Document the temperature and inform the nurse

IV Site Issue

Notify the nurse immediately

Patient Refusing to Eat

Offer alternative food choices

Infection Control Goal

To prevent the spread of infections

Maslow's Hierarchy

Physiological needs

Pressure Ulcer Prevention

Regularly repositioning the patient

Colostomy Bag Leakage

Change the colostomy bag and inspect the site

Dementia Diagnosis Response

Explain the diagnosis using simple terms

COPD Patient Assistance

Assist the patient immediately

Emergency Response

Ensure your own safety first

Blood Pressure Reading

Hypertension

Hand Hygiene Duration

20 seconds

Body Temperature Measurement

Thermometer

Non-Responsive Patient

Call for emergency help

Signs of Neglect

Provide care and report your observations

Sudden Severe Pain

Notify the nurse immediately

Colostomy Skin Irritation

Inspect the stoma and notify the nurse

Dementia Patient Wandering

Redirect the patient back to their room

Medication Count Discrepancy

Report the discrepancy immediately

Aphasic Patient Communication

Encourage and use alternative communication methods

Dizziness when Standing

Hypotension

Suspected Abuse Reporting

Report the suspicion to the supervisor

Patient Refusing Treatment

Respect the patient's right to refuse

Pulse Site "A"

Radial

Pulse Site "B"

Carotid

Pulse Site "C"

Radial

Pulse Site "D"

Popliteal

Pulse Site "E"

Brachial