Not a OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Stanard

Provide hepatitis C vaccine for free

A multi-drug resistant superbug would be

Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus

This represents prehypertension

the diastolic reading is between 80 to 89mm Hg

The best course of action for a client with aphasia is

face the client and speak slowly.

Limited English-speaking abilities pt does not seem to understand the instructions, you

Find a translator or written instructions in pt's language.

This is not a correct way to measure a blood pressure?

B/P cuff should be 1-1 1/2" below the antecubital area.

The first step to take when approaching an emergency situation

determine that an emergency exists.

Solutions used in health care facilities

can be dangerous, so avoid eye and skin contact

Correct procedure for giving thrusts to clear an obstructed airway

Perform quick, upward thrusts into the abdomen

Appropriate treatment for treating frostbite in the feet?

Immerse in warm water at 100°F to 104°F.

Following situations is the only one in which accident victims should be moved?

There is the possibility of a vehicle gas-tank explosion

The best response when answering the telephone

“Marion Hospital, Mrs. Jones speaking.”

A person with a nosebleed needs to be positioned

sitting position with head sightly forward

This produces the heart sounds

closing of the valves in the heart

Correct position for the heel of the hand on the chest of an adult to perform chest compression

Two fingers above the notch where the sternum meets the ribs

The U.S. health care system today in regard to culturally based health care practices as

An increased number of alternative, culture-based remedies

This explains why the vital signs are recorded on a graphic record?

It provides a visual diagram of variations in a person’s V/S

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1
The employer may ask you during an interview about your
past employment
age
religion
marital status
2
An example of a body-movement method of healing is
Tai Chi
Acupressure
biofeedback
Massage
3
This term means breast
gram
hemi
glosso
mast
4
Antibiotics are effective medications for pathogenic
viruses
rickettsiae
hepatitis
fungi
5
How would you describe Cheyne-Stokes?
periods of dyspnea and apnea
rapid breathing
moiste or sterorous
difficult or labored breathing
6
Not a OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Stanard
Provide personal protective equipment
Provide hepatitis C vaccine for free
Provide training at no cost during working hours
Enforce rules of not eating, drinking or smoking in any area
7
This term means pain
algia
itis
epi
gram
8
When a victim has a wound, the top priority is to
prevent infection
control the bleeding
clean the wound
treat for shock
9
A multi-drug resistant superbug would be
Diplococci
Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus
Giardia intestinalis
E. coli
10
This represents prehypertension
the diastolic reading is between 80 to 100mm Hg
the diastolic reading is below 80mm Hg
the diastolic reading is between 80 to 89mm Hg
the diastolic reading is over 100mg Hg
11
This is not considered one of the four main vital signs?
temperature
respirations
pulse
apical pulse
12
The best course of action for a client with aphasia is
ask open questions.
shout in her good ear.
raise your voice a little.
face the client and speak slowly.
13
Limited English-speaking abilities pt does not seem to understand the instructions, you
Cancel the procedure b/c the patient doesn't speak English
Speak slowly and clearly to enhance comprehension
Find a translator or written instructions in pt's language.
Nod and use hand gestures while giving the instructions
14
Fleas, lice, ticks, and mites are what type of parasitic microorganism.
rickettsiae
fungi
viruses
protozoa
15
What three things are needed to start a fire?
fuel, oxygen, flammable material
flammable material, oxygen, chemical reaction
spark, oxygen, matches
fuel, heat, oxygen
16
This religious group forbids blood transfusions
Russian Orthodox Christian
Seventh-Day Adventist
Mormon
Jehovah's Witness
17
How do you handle an acetic acid spill?
absorb it into a sponge
dilute it with water
report it immediately
wipe it up immediately
18
This is not a correct way to measure a blood pressure?
Patient’s arm should be free of any constrictive clothing
B/P cuff should be 1-1 1/2" below the antecubital area.
Bladder on cuff should be about 80% of the circumference
The patient’s forearm should be supported on a flat surface.
19
The first step to take when approaching an emergency situation
look for victims.
look for hazards.
determine that an emergency exists.
perform first aid on victims who appear to need help.
20
The border around the sterile field should be
4 inches
1 inch
2 inches
3 inches
21
This measures the constant pressure on the arterial walls
pulse deficit
hypertension
systolic
diastolic
22
Damage or malfunctioning equipment should be
read the instructions for the equipment
repair the equipment before using it
report it immediately
put the equipment away in storage
23
Spiritually based treatment methods for health problems are part of
only Native American cultures
mainly Asian cultures
only Hispanic and Middle Eastern cultures
most cultures
24
Solutions used in health care facilities
do not always need a label
can be mixed together in most cases
All of these
can be dangerous, so avoid eye and skin contact
25
Correct procedure for giving thrusts to clear an obstructed airway
Perform upward thrusts with fist below the notch at sternum
Perform quick, upward thrusts into the abdomen
Push downward into the abdomen with the fist of one hand
Push inward at the center of the abdomen with flat hand
26
The important thing to do in a fire within a health care facility is
know the fire emergency plan
remove everyone from the building
activate the fire alarm
remain calm
27
What is the pulse site at the neck area?
carotid
femoral
popliteal
temporal
28
This disease is not caused by a virus
hepatitis
common cold
tuberculosis
measles
29
How many times should you read the label?
four
one
three
two
30
Appropriate treatment for treating frostbite in the feet?
Have the victim walk and move about to increase circulation
Rub or massage the affected part to increase circulation.
Immerse in hot water between 104°F and 109°F.
Immerse in warm water at 100°F to 104°F.
31
The maximum time to check for breathing and/or a heartbeat before beginning CPR
90 seconds
10 seconds
30 seconds
1 minute
32
To get close to an object which of the following should you do
bend from the hips and knees
twist to the correct angle
reach out for the object
bend from the waist and knees
33
Following situations is the only one in which accident victims should be moved?
it is dark and moving to a nearby lighted location for light
There is the possibility of a vehicle gas-tank explosion
They ask to be moved
The ground is hard and an adjacent location - more comfort
34
The N-95 mask is used in which precaution
airborne precautions
standard precautions
droplet precautions
contact precautions
35
The best response when answering the telephone
“Marion Hospital, Mrs. Jones speaking.”
“Good day. You’ve reached Marion Hospital.”
“Hello, how can I help you?”
“Mary, here.”
36
A person with a nosebleed needs to be positioned
sitting position with head lowered between the legs
sitting position with head tilted back
lying flat
sitting position with head sightly forward
37
This produces the heart sounds
movement of blood through the heart chambers
closing of the valves in the heart
contraction of the heart muscle
relaxation of the heart muscle
38
Pathogen leaving the body via sexual secretion is part of the chain of infection
reservoir
portal of exit
causative agent
mode of transmission
39
Percentage of the U.S. population under age 65 speaks a language other than English at home?
Almost 15 percent
Just under 10 percent
About 5 percent
More than 20 percent
40
This term means condition of
itis
hemi
osis
algia
41
These individuals do not believe in any deity
polytheists
agnostics
atheists
monotheists
42
This writing implement is preferred when documenting in the client’s chart
a red pen
a mechanical pencil
a black pen
a lead pencil
43
The best course of action with a client who cannot hear well.
whisper in his ear
ignore him
shout in his ear
raise your voice a little
44
These individuals may not want surgery on the Sabbath or holy days
Buddhists
Roman Catholics
Muslims
Orthodox-Jews
45
The blood pressure requires which pulse site?
brachial
popliteal
carotid
femoral
46
Affects primates and rodents that mutate and spread to humans
Marburg
SARS virus
monkeypox
West Nile Virus
47
Correct position for the heel of the hand on the chest of an adult to perform chest compression
Two fingers above the notch where the sternum meets the ribs
Width of 4 fingers above notch where sternum meets the ribs
Centered and just below the collar bones
At the notch where the sternum meets the ribs
48
The U.S. health care system today in regard to culturally based health care practices as
Americans move away from alternative health care practices.
Culturally based methods aren't used they are ineffective.
An increased number of alternative, culture-based remedies
Methods based on non-Western practices are discouraged
49
This term means difficult or labored respirations
dyspnea
rales
Cheyne-Stokes
apnea
50
This explains why the vital signs are recorded on a graphic record?
It is required as a legal record.
It provides a visual diagram of variations in a person’s V/S
It provides proof that vital signs were taken.
It is the easiest way to record vital signs.
51
This means upon
retro
epi
algia
emesis
52
Pt states "I never remove my cross necklace" what should you do?
Remove the necklace without her knowledge.
Explain there is a strict policy for jewelry to be removed
Have the patient sign a liability waiver to be able to worn
Find the significance and see if it can be taped.
53
This characteristic of race is which of the following
religious beliefs
food preferences
skin color
social behavior
54
This is inappropriate to ask a hospitalized patient
Why do you let your husband make health decisions for you?
Are family members to help you with personal care here?
Who usually takes care of you when you are ill?
What language(s) do you speak at home?
55
The measurement of the balance between heat produced and heat lost is
homeostasis
vital signs
wellness
temperature
56
A characteristic not ideal for microorganism for bioterrorism
spread through the air
likes darkness and moisture
causes death or severe disability
easily transmitted from person to person
57
Which is not in most fire emergency plans?
electrical equipment and oxygen should be shut off
the alarm should be activated as soon as possible
patients/personnel in immediate danger be removed from area
doors and windows should be opened to expel the smoke
58
This statement is not true about direct eye contact?
In some cultures, direct eye contact is a sign of immodesty.
In all cultures it is a sign of honesty and interest.
Direct eye contact is a sign of hostility or aggression.
In some cultures, direct eye contact is a sign of rudeness.
59
This term mean half
itis
algia
osis
hemi
60
This does not increase the blood pressure
shock
exercise
excitement or anxiety
stimulant drugs
61
The purpose of defibrillation is to
help a victim start breathing
restore the heart's normal electrical pattern and rhythm
revive a victim from a diabetic coma
open the victim's airway
62
This attire would be best suited for an interview
scrub uniform
dress slacks with midriff top and cover shirt
V-neck top and knee-length skirt
beige suit - skirt length just above the knee + small heels
63
This word means backwards
mast
glosso
epi
retro
64
This describes a high-pitched whistling or sighing sound during expiration
apnea
orthopnea
Cheyne-Stokes
wheezing
65
The term used for a pulse over 100 beats per minute.
tachycardia
arrhythmia
fibrillation
bradycardia
66
Which is not considered ergonomic?
determining which repetitive movement will be most effective
training in required muscle movements
correct placement of furniture and equipment
an awareness of the environment to prevent injuries
67
When should safety glasses be worn?
must be worn while using electrical equipment
usually are not needed in health care facilities
should be worn at all times
are required for some procedures
68
Handling any electrical equipment you should
ask for written instructions on how to use it
plug the equipment into any socket carefully
all of the above
check first for damaged cords or improper grounds
69
The first thing you would you with an accident victim is unconscious
tap the person gently and call out
check for injuries
begin CPR
call for medical help
70
This term is used for fever
hyperthermia
pyrexia
afebrile
hypothermia
71
This term means record
itis
mast
gram
osis
72
What is the correct use of body mechanics
use the strongest muscles
bend from the waist correctly
twist while moving a patient
obtain a narrow base of support
73
Who the responsibility to sure the client understands what the health care worker is saying
the health care worker
the client
the client's family
the physician
74
This term means tongue
gram
mast
glosso
algia
75
Which of the following is not a sterile technique
reaching in from the side
touching only sterile items when sterile gloves are in place
keeping the hands in front of the body and below the waist
opening a sterile tray before donning sterile gloves
76
This term means inflammation
osis
itis
hemi
algia
77
The following statements is an example of a prejudice
Baptists are better Christians than Lutherans
All fat people are lazy.
He must really be stupid; he can't use the Internet
All teenagers are reckless drivers
78
A person experiencing an allergic reaction to a bee sting may experience
septic shock
psychogenic shock
anaphylactic shock
metabolic shock
79
In the FAST signs and symptoms of stroke, the S stands for
safety
symptom
speech
stroke
80
An example of nonverbal communication
writing nurse’s notes
documenting the VS on the chart
asking the client how he is feeling
pointing to where the pain is
81
If someone has an object protruding from his eye what would you do?
Make no attempt to remove the object; keep the victim flat.
Assist the victim as he walks to nearest medical facility.
Irrigate the eye with water or saline to clean the wound.
Remove the object quickly apply a dressing
82
What would not be included on your résumé?
work experience
references
education
religion
83
What term means constant state of fluid balance?
hydration
dehydration
edema
homeostasis
84
This term means vomiting
retro
algia
emesis
glosso
85
What needs to be done to determine cardiac compressions are required.
Place your ear on victim's chest and listen for a heartbeat.
Look for chest movement.
Listen carefully for breathing.
Check the carotid pulse in the neck.
86
What does not increase body temperature?
illness or infection
starvation or fasting
excitement
exercise
87
This destroys pathogenic organisms not always effective with spores and viruses
chemical disinfection
ultrasonic cleaning
sterilization
antisepsis
88
Correct ratio of compressions to ventilations when one person is performing CPR on an adult
30:2
20:4
10:1
15:2
89
A blue tinge to the skin is caused by
poisoning
insufficient circulation of oxygen
a seizure
the victim being cold
90
Most accurate method for taking a temperature would be
axillary
rectal
oral
groin
91
Yin and yang play an important role in ideas about health in this culture
Native American
Middle Eastern
Asian
Hispanic
92
The following is not a characteristic of culture?
It is practiced uniformly among all its members.
It is dynamic and constantly changing.
It is learned from one generation to the next.
It is social in nature and provides standards for behavior.
93
What term is used to describe a regular or irregular pulse?
rhythm
character
volume
rate
94
How long should a glass thermometer be soaked in a disinfectant?
45 minutes
15 minutes
60 minutes
30 minutes
95
The feet should be how many inches apart to maintain a broad base of support
2 to 4
6 to 8
4 to 6
8 to 10
96
Transfer method for placing a sterile bowl on the sterile field
forceps technique
grasp technique
mitten technique
drop technique
97
The sender understood the message that the sender intended
message
receiver
feedback
sender
98
In this type of medical emergency victims must be observed for signs of shock?
Only those who have stopped breathing
Only those who are bleeding severely
Only those who have no pulse
All medical emergency victims
99
Instrument contaminated with blood is what part of the chain of infection
portal of entry
causative agent
portal of exit
reservoir
100
What do you do to get a particle out of your eye?
rub the eye to loosen the particle
use a sterile gauze pad to remove the particle
flush the eye with large amounts of water
report it immediately

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