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What does hygiene refer to in personal care?

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Body clean

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What is grooming?

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Hair, fingernails, care for oneself

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What are the types of baths mentioned?

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Shower or tub bath

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What should be observed and reported during personal care?

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Changes in pupils, appearance of eyes, vision changes, weight loss, foul odors, skin changes

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What are safety guidelines for performing personal care procedures?

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Ask for help if needed, know bathing orders, clean equipment before use, ensure non-slip mats are used, check handrails, do not leave residents alone

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In what order should body parts be washed during bathing?

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Eyes, Face, Ears, Neck, Arms, Axilla, Hands, Chest and Abdomen, Legs and Feet, Back, Perineal Area, Buttocks

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What is the correct method for female perineal care?

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Use water and small amounts of soap, clean front to back

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What is the correct method for male perineal care?

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Hold by shaft and wash in circular motion

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What should be done before shampooing hair?

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Test the water temperature, remove pillows, place the resident flat

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What are the guidelines for oral care?

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Must be provided twice a day, clean entire mouth, brush inner surfaces, rinse toothbrush

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What types of dentures exist?

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Full set, top or bottom set, partial plate, bridge

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What is acute pain?

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Sudden onset pain that generally lasts less than 6 months

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What is chronic pain?

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Pain lasting over a long period of time, usually over 6 months

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What are the normal ranges for oral temperature?

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97.6-99.6 F & 36.4-37.6 C

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What is the normal pulse rate range?

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60-100 bpm

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What is the normal respiratory rate range?

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12-20 per min

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What is the significance of blood pressure readings?

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Indicates cardiovascular health; systolic and diastolic values are crucial

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What is dehydration?

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Condition that occurs when the body loses more fluid than it takes in

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What are the signs of fluid overload?

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Weight gain, fatigue, lung congestion, swelling, coughing

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What is the purpose of the USDA MyPlate?

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Guide for balanced nutrition including vegetables, fruits, grains, proteins, and dairy

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What is a high-fiber diet used for?

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Increase intake of fiber for bowel disorders, constipation

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What should be done to prevent aspiration during meals?

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Place in proper position, feed slowly, avoid distractions

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What is the function of the gastrointestinal system?

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Runs from the esophagus where food intake occurs to the anus where waste is eliminated

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What factors affect normal elimination?

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Growth and development, psychological factors, diet, fluid intake, physical activity, personal habits, medications

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How should fluid intake be monitored?
One ounce equals 30 mL; multiply ounces by 30 to convert to milliliters
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What is the proper position for a resident during elimination?
Cover with a bath blanket, place bed protector under buttocks and hips
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What are the observations to report related to elimination?
bloody, hard, liquid, constipation, pain, fecal incontinence
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What factors affect normal elimination?
* growth and development * psychological * diet * fluid intake * physical activity and exercise * personal habits * medications
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What is the correct placement for a standard bedpan?
The wider end aligned with the buttocks
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What is a commode?
A portable commode is a chair with a toilet seat and a removable container underneath
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What are some disorders of the gastrointestinal system?
* Heartburn * GERD * Ulcers * Gallbladder disease * Cirrhosis * Hernia * Crohn's disease * Colitis * Diverticulosis * Flatulence * IBS * Constipation * Incontinence * Diarrhea * Fecal impaction * Hemorrhoids
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What are the types of enemas?
* Tap water enema (500-1000 mL) * Soapsuds enema (500-1000 mL with 5mL castile soap) * Saline enema (500-1000 mL with two teaspoons of salt) * Commercial enema (120 mL solution with oil)
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What is occult blood?
Hidden blood detected in stool by microscope or special chemical testing
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What is an ileostomy?
A surgical opening into the ileum of the small intestine to allow stool to be expelled
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What is a colostomy?
A surgical opening from the abdominal cavity into the large intestine to allow stool to be expelled
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What is a stoma?
An artificial opening
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What are guidelines for ostomy care?
* Follow standard precautions * Ensure clean skin care and hygiene * Observe symptoms and signs * Use skin barriers as ordered * Ensure the pouch is securely clamped * Provide support
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What is bowel retraining?
Assistance for residents to reestablish a regular routine and normal bowel function after illness or inactivity
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What specialized equipment is used for bariatric residents?
* Larger beds lower to the floor * Stronger bed rails * Oversized chairs * Extra-capacity wheelchairs * Bariatric stretchers
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What health risks are associated with obesity?
* Risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea * Complications during surgery * Difficulty in intubation * Prone to respiratory depression
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What are the functions of the urinary system?
* Eliminate waste * Maintain water balance * Regulate electrolytes * Assist in regulation of blood pressure
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What changes occur in the urinary system due to aging?
* Kidneys filter blood less efficiently * Bladder muscle tone weakens * Bladder holds less urine, leading to more frequent urination
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What are the normal qualities of urine?
* Light, pale yellow or amber in color * Clear * Faint smell * Should not be painful
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What is a UTI?
An infection of the urethra, bladder, ureter, or kidney, commonly caused by E. coli
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What are symptoms of chronic renal failure (CRF)?
* Unintended weight loss * Nausea and vomiting * Fatigue * Headache * Frequent hiccups * Itching due to excessive waste products in blood
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What is urine retention?
Inability to adequately or completely empty the bladder
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What are the symptoms of urine retention?
* Difficulty starting to urinate * Weak flow of urine * Frequent urge to urinate * Painful urge * Dribbling at the end of urination * Abdominal swelling
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What are the types of urinary incontinence?
* Stress * Urge * Mixed * Functional * Overflow
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What are guidelines for managing incontinence?
* Know residents' routines * Follow elimination schedule * Leave call lights within reach * Offer bedpan * Encourage plenty of fluids * Take daily walks to the bathroom * Check and change briefs every two hours
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What is the correct method for catheter care?
Clean at least four inches of the catheter near the meatus, moving only one direction, which is away
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What is a clean catch urine specimen?
Does not include the first and last urine voided in the sample
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What is a 24-hour urine specimen?
Collects all the urine voided by a resident in a 24-hour period
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What does the ketone test measure?
Chemical substances produced when the body burns fat for energy
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What does the pH test indicate?
The lower the number, the more acidic the urine
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What is specific gravity in urine testing?
Test performed to measure the concentration of chemical particles in the urine
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What should be done during bladder retraining?
* Follow plan & precautions * Observe elimination habits * Encourage plenty of fluids * Offer bedpan or urinal before procedures * Praise attempts and never show frustration

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