STNA Random 2

Question 1

A resident refuses to take a prescribed medication. What should the nurse aide do first?

Accepted Answer

Respect the refusal and report it to the nurse immediately

Answer

Residents have the right to refuse treatment; the aide must report refusal to the nurse so proper follow-up occurs.

Question 2

When applying a bed cradle, its primary purpose is to:

Accepted Answer

Prevent bed linens from touching the resident's feet or legs

Answer

A bed cradle holds linens off sensitive areas such as pressure ulcers or painful extremities.

Question 3

A nurse aide notices a colleague stealing a resident's personal belongings. The nurse aide should:

Accepted Answer

Report the observation to the charge nurse or supervisor

Answer

Theft from residents is abuse and must be reported to protect residents and fulfill legal obligations.

Question 4

The abbreviation 'NPO' means:

Accepted Answer

Nothing by mouth

Answer

NPO (nil per os) instructs staff that the resident may not eat or drink anything.

Question 5

To prevent contractures in a bedridden resident, the nurse aide should:

Accepted Answer

Perform range-of-motion exercises as directed

Answer

Range-of-motion exercises maintain joint flexibility and help prevent contracture formation.

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