3.7: Post-test-
- True or False: All people have the same experience as they age.
- True or False: All people, even those who are forgetful or have dementia have a right to confidential and respectful health care.
- True or False: Dementia is a normal part of aging. All older people have trouble remembering things and are forgetful.
- True or False: Handwashing is the best way to prevent the spread of infectious disease.
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When people have trouble breathing, which is the
best
position to place them?
- Lying flat on their back
- Lying on their side with their knees bent
- Sitting upright in a high Fowler’s position
- Lying on their back with their knees bent
- True or False: Signs of possible worsening of heart failure include increased shortness of breath, sudden weight gain, edema of the legs, and chest pain.
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Which of the following are signs and symptoms of a cerebrovascular accident (stroke)?
Select
all
that
apply
.
- Numbness in the arms or legs on 1 side of the body.
- Sudden inability to see or blurred vision .
- Sudden inability to lift or move an arm or leg.
- Sudden inability to speak.
- Facial drooping, especially on one side of the face.
- True or False: Patients should be allowed to sit at the edge of the bed and rest before moving to a standing position to allow adjustment to changes in blood pressure and prevent falls.
- True or False: To protect the skin and prevent skin breakdown, pressure ulcers, and skin tearing, immobile patients should be turned and positioned every two hours with pillows used to protect bony areas.
- True or False: Incontinence is a normal part of aging. All older people have urinary problems.
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Which is a way to help people control incontinence?
- Limit the patient’s fluid intake to prevent incontinence.
- Instruct patients to “hold” their bladder as long as they can to help strengthen their bladder muscle tone.
- Offer the bedpan or use of the toilet every two hours.
- Delay answering patient calls for help to use the bathroom.
- Offer the use of the toilet or bedpan every four to six hours.
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When working with a patient who has Alzheimer’s, the HHA/PCA should do which of the following?
Select
all
that
apply
.
- Allow the patient to use the stove unsupervised.
- Take special precautions for the safety of the patient by providing close supervision.
- Use notes to help the patient remember the names of objects and people.
- Allow the patient to go to the supermarket alone.
- Lock the patient in a room for their safety.
- Answer
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1. False
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. C
6. True
7. All are signs of a stroke
8. True
9. True
10. False
11. C
12. B and C