INACE Restorative Care and Rehabilitation 2

Question 1

When a patient is relearning to dress themselves as part of a restorative ADL program, the nurse assistant should:

Accepted Answer

Allow the patient to do as much as they can independently before assisting

Answer

Encouraging maximum independence by allowing patients to do as much as they can promotes functional recovery and self-esteem.

Question 2

When dressing a patient with a weak or paralyzed arm, the correct technique is to:

Accepted Answer

Dress the weaker or affected arm first, then the stronger arm

Answer

The weak or affected limb is dressed first because it has limited range, making it easier before the garment is partially on.

Question 3

A gait belt is used during ambulation primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Provide a secure grip point to support and guide the patient safely

Answer

A gait belt gives the nurse assistant a secure hold on the patient during transfers and ambulation to prevent falls.

Question 4

Which adaptive device would most help a patient with limited hand grip to eat independently?

Accepted Answer

Built-up handled utensils with thick grips

Answer

Built-up handled utensils have wider grips that require less hand strength and dexterity, promoting independent eating.

Question 5

In restorative dining, the nurse assistant's role is to:

Accepted Answer

Encourage and assist patients to eat as independently as possible

Answer

Restorative dining focuses on maximizing each patient's ability to feed themselves with appropriate encouragement and assistance.

(INACE) Illinois Nurse Assistant Competency Exam Practice Test