Which of the follwing are considered forms of identification
Social securty card and drivers license
Which statements is true of references
They should come from former employees
Ideally speaking how many pages long should a resume be
One page
Why must an employer perform a criminal background check on new aides hired
The law requires it for the protection of residents
Which of the following statements is true of job applications
The candidate can write N/A for questions that do not apply to him
What should a canidate for a NA job be sure to do when going for an interview
Find someone to care for her children so she does not have to take them along
Which of the following Would be the least appropriate thing to say to a potential employer when interviewing for a job
I left my last job be my boss was always critizijng me even though I wasn’t doing anything wrong
Which of the following is one reason a job description is important
It can reduce misunderstandings between the NA and her employer about the NAs job duties
The best response an NA can give to hostile criticism is
I’m sorry your disappointed
Which of the following is a tip regarding appropriate body language to use when resolving conflict
Maintaining eye contact and lean forward slightly
Which of these statements is an example of constructive criticism
You really need to remember to speak kindly to the residents, even when you’re having a hard day
Which department often maintains a states NA registry
Department of health
The federal government requires that NAs have _ hours of continuing education each year
12
Which of the following is true of stress
When a person recognizes stress, he can use simple methods to help manage it
Which of the following is a guideline for managing stress appropriately
Get enough sleep
Which of the following people would be the most appropriate resource for an NA to discuss her work related stress
NAs supervisor
Which of the following are considered forms of identification?
A.) References and NA certificates
B.) Driver’s license and high school diploma
C.) Social security and driver’s license
D.) Job application and GED
C.) Social security and driver’s license
Which statement is true of references?
A.) They should come from relatives
B.) They should come from former employers
C.) They should come from friends
D.) They should come from parents
B.) They should come former employers
Ideally speaking, how many pages long should a resume be?
A.) One page
B.) Two pages
C.) Three pages
D.) As many pages as needed to convey all important information
A.) One page
Why might an employer perform a criminal background check on newly-hired NAs?
A.) NAs are known to steal from facilities
B.) It is best never to trust anyone
C.) Employers like to have power over their employees
D.) The law may require it for the protection of residents
D.) The law may require it for the protection of residents
Which of the following statements is true of job applications?
A.) The candidate should leave anything blank that he does not want to answer
B.) The candidate can write “N/A” for questions that do not apply to him
C.) The candidate should complete the application before reading it all the way through to save time
D.) The candidate should not tell the truth if certain answers will make him look bad
B.) The candidate can write “N/A” for questions that do not apply to him
What should a candidate for a nursing assistant job be sure to do when going for an interview?
A.) Find someone to care for her children so she does not have to take them along
B.) Put on all of her most striking jewelry
C.) Wear perfume so that she smells nice
D.) Wear flip-flops so that she feels comfortable and relaxed
A.) Find someone to care for her children so she does not have to take them along
Which of the following would be the least appropriate thing to say to a potential employer when interviewing for a job?
A.) “I love the idea of making people’s lives more comfortable and helping them get better.”
B.) “I have three younger siblings so I really started taking care of others as a child.”
C.) “I left my last job because my boss was always criticizing me even though I wasn’t doing anything wrong.”
D.) “My last supervisor was fantastic and I learned a lot at that job, but I’m really excited to gain new skills as a nursing assistant.”
C.) “I left my last job because my boss was always criticizing me even though I wasn’t doing anything wrong.”
Which of the following is one reason a job description is important?
A.) It can show the resident what the NA is supposed to do.
B.) It outlines the steps the NA needs to take if she has a disagreement with another care team member.
C.) It can reduce misunderstandings between the NA and her employer about the NA’s job duties.
D.) The NA can refer to it if she forgets how to perform certain procedures.
C.) It can reduce misunderstandings between the NA and her employer about the NA’s job duties
The best response an NA can give to hostile criticism is
A.) “It’s not my fault”
B.) “You’d better apologize to me”
C.) “You are being irrational”
D.) “I’m sorry you’re disappointed”
D.) “I’m sorry you’re disappointed.”
Which of the following is a tip regarding appropriate body language to use when resolving conflict?
A.) Lean back in your seat and cross your arms as you talk to the other person.
B.) Maintain eye contact and lean forward slightly.
C.) Lean far forward in your seat and stare at the other person.
D.) Slouch to show you are relaxed.
B.) Maintain eye contact and lean forward slightly
Which of these statements is an example of constructive feedback?
A.) “You really need to remember to speak kindly to the residents, even when you’re having a hard day.”
B.) “You’re rude and disrespectful.”
C.) “I’ve never seen somebody take such a long time to learn this job.”
D.) “Did you sleep through your entire training course? You should know how to do this.”
A.) “You really need to remember to speak kindly to the residents, even when you’re having a hard day.”
Which department often maintains a state’s nursing assistant registry?
A.) Department of Revenue
B.) Department of Homeland Security
C.) Department of Health
D.) Department of Agriculture
C.) Department of Health
The federal government requires that NAs have __________hours of continuing education each year.
A.) 10
B.) 12
C.) 14
D.) 16
B.) 12
Which of the following is true of stress?
A.) Only negative experiences cause stress.
B.) When a person recognizes stress, he can use simple methods to help manage it.
C.) A new job is never stressful.
D.) Everybody knows when they are experiencing stress.
B.) When a person recognizes stress, he can use simple methods to help manage it
Which of the following is a guideline for managing stress appropriately?
A.) Drink whenever it makes you feel more relaxed.
B.) Get enough sleep.
C.) Skip meals in order to get more done.
D.) Take regular smoking breaks.
B.) Get enough sleep
With whom would it be appropriate for an NA to discuss her work-related stress?
A.) Resident’s friend who visits almost every day
B.) Facility dietitian
C.) NA’s supervisor
D.) Activities director
C.) NA’s supervisor
Which of the following actions must be taken before transferring a patient into a wheelchair
Their arms at their sides
Count to 4
Apply gait belt-4 fingers
Call the doctor
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Which of the following demonstrates proper body mechanics?
Stand in front of the patient
Keep your feet together
Stand beside the patient at a oblique angle when ambulating
bend at the waist
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Which of the following is true regarding slipper socks in a clinical environment?
Slipper socks do not prevent all hazards
Slipper socks prevent bacterial contamination
Slipper socks are preferred over shoes when ambulating
Slipper socks prevent injury by sharp objects
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You are assigned to transfer a patient from bed to wheelchair when the patient refuses. What is an appropriate action?
Tell the patient to do it himself
Ask the patients daughter to reason with him
Tell the doctor that he needs to be sedated for the transfer
Notify the nurse
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Crutches are used when the patient:
Can bear no weight (or limited weight) on one leg
Can bear weight on both legs
Could use a cane but does not want to
Is unable to balance
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Call lights should always be left within reach of the resident’s:
weak arm
unaffected/stronger hand
family members
roommates
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Change a bedbound patient’s position at least every:
shift change
2 hours
20 minutes
12 hours
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Which of the following is part of using proper body mechanics?
The nursing assistant should twist her back when carrying objects.
The nursing assistant should push when possible, rather than lifting.
The nursing assistant should use a narrow base of support
The nursing assistant should lift with her back, not her legs.
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A resident who is lying on either her left or her right side is in the _ position.
Supine
Lateral
Prone
Fowler’s
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When transferring residents who have a strong side and a weak side, the NA should plan the move so that
The stronger side moves first
The weaker side moves first
Both feet move at the same time
The wheelchair moves first