1.
________are the eggs of lice, which look like solid specks found on hairy body parts: Nits
2.
A bed bath is the least tiring for the client but is only indicated when the client is unable to leave the bed: True
3.
A client needing a shampoo from an accident, if no scalp wounds can shampoo their hair: True
4.
A hand massage is an example of ____touch, providing a connection between the client and nurse: theurapeutic
5.
A nurse should encourage clients to brush their teeth by placing the bristles at a 90 degree angle to the teeth: False 45 degree angle
6.
A product called a Shampoo Cap is available and is very handy for the client who cannot get out of bed for a shampoo: True
7.
A product called a Shampoo___is very handy for clients who cannot get out of bed for a shampoo: Cap
8.
African_Americans have very curly and dry hair: True
9.
another name for fragile skin: friable
10.
another word for perineal care is: peri care
11.
Are body fluids, such as perspiration, vomitus, urine, and feces acidic in nature and harmful to skin?: True
12.
Backrub is given as part of the bathing process and in the evening?: True
13.
Bad Breath: halitosis
14.
Bathroom's temperature should be warmer then the normal room temperature: True
15.
Body lice another name: pediculosis corporis
16.
brittle, broken, discolored nails may be due to improper diet or fever: True
17.
Brownish deposits on tongue: Sordes
18.
Can a metal nail file be used?: False
19.
Can scissors be used to clip nails?: False
20.
Can you place the hearing aid in a plastic bag with the clients name and pertinent information: True
21.
Circulation improves as blood vessels dilate from the warmth of friction: True
22.
crab lice found on the hairy body parts of the pubic are all called: pediculosis pubis
23.
Cutting a client's toenails is an intervention that usually requires a provider's order: True
24.
Cutting into the corners or rounding the corners of toenails contributes to the development of ingrown toenails: True
25.
dental caries: tooth decay
26.
dental caries are also called: tooth decay
27.
Do must dentist encourage their clients to wear there dentures all the time?: True
28.
Do we turn the volume completely down when inserting the aid into the client's ear?: True
29.
Do you brush dentures in the same fashion as natural teeth?: True
30.
Do you remove dentures in the unconscious client?: True
31.
Do you use the same rag when cleaning the other eye?: False
32.
Everyone's face, underarms, skin folds, and perineal area need daily cleaning: True
33.
excessive facial hair on women is called: Hirsutism
34.
Flossing removes debris that could cause tooth decay and offensive breath odor: True
35.
Foot soak is of particular importance to the client who has edema, tenderness, or a foot infection: True
36.
For the client who is unresponsive oral care should be done how oftern?: every hour
37.
Hair that has been permed, relaxed, colored, or damaged has the same characteristics as curly, dry hair: True
38.
halitosis: breath odor
39.
Hand massage is soothing and an example of therapeutic touch: True
40.
head lice another name: pediculosis capitis
41.
hearing aid behind the ear means: moderate to severe loss
42.
hearing aid in the canal: mild to moderate loss
43.
hearing aid in the ear means: mild to severe loss
44.
How do you identify the denture cups or write on them?: Client name and whats in the cup
45.
If a client is constantly removing his or her dentures what could this be a sign or signs of:: dentures fit poorly causing pain
irritation or redness to the gumline
46.
If a client's nails are torn or jagged, clip them with a sterile nail clipper: True
47.
If brushing is impossible, encourage the client to rinse the mouth with water after eating: True
48.
If the client must remove dentures, never place in glasses or cups why?: client may accidentally swallow the dentures, causing choking or aspiration
49.
if the gums or teeth are unusually sensitive to touch or temperature use applicators or a tongue depressor wrapped in gauze: True
50.
Infection by lice: Pediculosis
51.
Inflammation of tooth sockets: Pyorrhea
52.
Is it important to make sure the client will cooperate with flossing the teeth before putting your finges near the client's mouth?: True
53.
Is shaving cream useful in removing fecal matter and soothing the skin of the anus: True
54.
Keeping the client in a side-lying position with the head of the bed lowered and head turned to the side allows what to happen?: gravity causes saliva to run out of the mouth and prevents the client from choking and allows for suctioning
55.
lice eggs are called: Nits
56.
Lice spread by clothing, bedding, and combs and brushes: True
57.
Light tapping with the edge of the hands farthest from the thumb: Tapotement
58.
light tapping with the edge of the hands to stimulate circulation: Tapping (tapotement)
59.
lightly touching the skin with the fingertips: Brushing
60.
Massage helps to promote a feeling of calmness and vitality: True
61.
Massage the head for approximately 1-3 minutes depending upon length of hair: True
62.
massage the webbed area between the thumb and 1st finger helps: sinuses, headaches, constipation, menstrual cramps
63.
massaging the back of the hand with thumbs helps to relieve what: tension
64.
massaging the palm of the clients hand helps what body system: Heart
65.
moving the skin with cupped palms, causing it to shake or quiver: Vibration
66.
Never cut a newborn's toenails or those of a client with diabetes or hemophilia: True
67.
pediculosis: lice
68.
perineal care is bathing the genitalia and surrounding area: True
69.
Picking up and squeezing muscle groups or single muscles: Petrissage
70.
practicing good oral hygiene is beneficial because: appearance improves
appetite improves
healthy teeth and gums improve overall health
71.
pressing on muscle groups or single muscles, picking them up and squeezing gently: Kneading (foulage)
72.
pyorrhea: inflammation of the tooth socket
73.
Refusal to use a hearing aid or repeated removal of the aid usually indicates discomfort or malfunction of the device?: True
74.
Rubbing around the bony prominences at the end of the spine and along the shoulder blades: Friction
75.
rubbing around the bony prominences of the client's body, end of the spine and along each shoulder blade: Friction
76.
scabies causes intense itching, usually occurs in warm, protected areas of the body: True
77.
Scabies is a common contagious condition caused by Pediculosis capitis: False caused by the itch mite
78.
Scabies is a common contagious condition caused by the...: Itch mite
79.
Scabies is contagious: True
80.
seborrheic dermatitis: dandruff
81.
secretions that have accumulated in the uncircumcised male: Smegma
82.
Shampoo Cap is removed from the outer package and mircrowaved for 30 seconds?: True
83.
Should you ask the client on admission to the healthcare facility if he or she wears dentures, has a removable bridge or retainer: True
84.
Should you clean a hearing aid with alcohol?: False
85.
Should you keep dentures in water when being stored?: True
86.
Should you offer the client the opportunity to brush his or her teeth before and after each meal and in the evening?: True
87.
Should you record presence of dentures or removable appliances in the client's chart?: True
88.
So what is the path of a tear across the eye: from the lacrimal gland situated at the top and outer portion of each eye to the inner canthus of the eye
89.
Soak feet in basin for approximately 10 - 20 minutes: True
90.
Some clients prefer to shave their heads, when in the hospital for some time: True
91.
Some oral conditions cause infection or pain in other body parts: True
92.
sordes: brownish deposits on the tongue and the mouth's mucous membrane
93.
stroke in the direction of venous return to the body towards the heart: Stroking, (effleurage)
94.
Stroking in the direction of venous circulation in a circular motion: Effleurage
95.
Tears are produced by the _____glands, which are situated at the top and outer portion of each eye: lacrimal
96.
Tears are produced from what glands?: lacrimal glands
97.
Tears help protect the eyes from what?: bacteria, viruses, foreign matter and lubricate the eyes
98.
The ____ bath is a special type of bath used for a client after rectal surgery and sometimes after childbirth: Sitz
99.
The backrub provides relaxation and comfort: True
100.
The mouth of a client who is unresponsive may become dry and cracked, causing the possibility of what to happen?: portal for microorganisms to enter
101.
The nurse is caring for a client with poor eyesight. Which action is appropriate when shaving the client?: Assist the client with shaving
102.
Thickened and raised nails can also be a sign of a fungal infection: True
103.
Thickened and raised nails can be a sign of a bacterial infection: False caused by a fungal infection
104.
Three types of cleansing baths: shower
tub bath
partial bed baths
105.
Use only minimum amounts of solution when performing mouth care and make sure all is completely suctioned or drained out of the client's mouth: True
106.
Use the sharps container for disposal of razors: True
107.
Washing the eye from the inner canthus to the outer canthus inhibits what?: keeping microorganisms from being introduced
108.
Water temperature for a bed bath is between 100 - 105 Fahrenheit: True
109.
Water temperature for a foot soak should be: 95 - 100 Fahrenheit
110.
Water temperature for bed shampoo is 95 - 100 Fahrenheit: True
111.
Wax removal is usually done by irrigating the ear's outer canal with warm water?: True
112.
Ways to prevent infection through the mouth is to what?: keep mouth, lips moist and intact
113.
What do you store dentures in?: opaque denture cups
114.
when blinking tears are washed where: lacrimal ducts
115.
When giving mouth care, the oral mucosa is fragile and may be injured if performed to virgorously ?: True
116.
when is the best time to provide nail care?: when the client has been soaking hands in water
117.
When providing eye care, which approach should the nurse take?: Cleanse from the inner to outer canthus
118.
When teaching the client about oral hygiene, the nurse should include the following: Oral hygiene improves food taste
119.
When washing dentures in the sink what should you place in the bottom of the sink and why?: to avoid breakage of the dentures should they slip out of hands
120.
Which information is most important for the nurse to obtain prior to bathing a client?: Client's condition
121.
Which of the following clients would need hourly oral hygiene?: An unresponsive client
122.
Why do we store dentures in water?: keep moist and to preserve their fit and general quality
123.
Why do you keep dentures out of sight when stored?: may embarrass the client
124.
Why should we check food trays after the client has eaten?: Make sure dentures were not placed on tray during the meal
125.
Why should we not use a metal nail file?: sharp point, dangerous, never given to unsteady hands, confused, depressed, or at risk for self-injury
126.
Wipe the client's eye from the inner canthus to the outer canthus?: True
