Duties Test Flashcards

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What injury are the elderly at highest for?

A

Falls

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Factors that increase injury

A

Decreased vision,inability to move independently, medications and decreased awareness of surroundings

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2
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Safety measure to prevent poisoning

A

Don’t leave products open, have labels on them

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Most common side effects of medications are?

A

Affected balance, drowsiness and confusion

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4
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What common sensory impairment effects communication with you and the patient?

A

Aphasia

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5
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What are the main requirements for good communication?

A

Message, sender and a reciever

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Settings a cna can work in include?

A

Hospitals, hospice, and home care

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Who is in charge of formulating a work assignment

A

The RN on duty

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What are the types of services that long term care facilities provide?

A

Home and skilled care

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9
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Legal limitations that a cna must be aware of while practicing health care techniques with his or her patients include:

A

Cannot take orders from a physician

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