Why is it important for a NA to consider a residents cultural background when communicating with him?

Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication by a nursing assistant?

Smiling at a new resident

Which of the following is an example of positive nonverbal communication by nursing assistant?

Leaning forward to listen as a resident talks about her day.

An example of active listening is what?

NA focusing on the resident and providing feedback

If a resident is difficult to understand, a nursing assistant should what?

Restate what the resident is saying in her own words to find out if she has understood.

Why is it important to consider a resident's cultural background when communicating with him or her?

Because cultural background helps determine how people communicate and can help the NA communicate better with the resident.

If a resident's native language is different from the nursing assistant's, the nursing assistant should what?

Use an interpreter to translate the message.

Each time a nursing assistant greets a resident, he should what?

Explain the procedure to be performed.

One way for an NA to have a positive relationship with the resident's family and friends is to what?

Respond immediately when the resident calls for help

The main part of a word that gives it meaning is the what?

When is it appropriate for nursing assistants to use medical terminology?

When communicating with the care team

Which of the following shows the correct conversion of 1330 to regular time?

Which of the following shows the correct conversion of 7:45 PM to military time?

A nursing assistant's responsibility with a residents medical chart is to what?

Gather information and note observations and care.

The nursing assistant can share information about residents with who?

Other members of the care team

Accurate documentation is important because why?

Documentation provides an up-to-date record of a resident's status and care.

When should documentation be recorded?

Immediately after care is given

When using the computer at work, a nursing assistant should what?

Log off the computer when she is finished using it.

Why must a nursing assistant be concerned about privacy if documentation is done on a computer?

Because the information is confidential and someone who is not part of the care team might see the screen.

Which of the following is true of the MDS?

A nursing assistant's report may trigger a needed assessment for a resident.

Which of the following is an example of objective information?

"Mr. Castillo's blood pressure is 115/68."

Which of the following is an example of subjective information?

"Mrs. Parker says she is dizzy."

Which of the following senses is not used in making observations?

Choose the resident condition that the NA should report immediately to the nurse:

Which of the following is the first step in the nursing process?

What is the nursing assistant's role in care planning?

The nursing assistant shares observations that may affect the care plan.

If a nursing assistant is not sure what information to share at the care conference, she should

Talk to the nurse before the meeting

Which of the following would be considered an incident?

Ms. Martin falls in the bathroom but seems uninjured.

An occurrence involving death or serious injury.

Under what conditions should a nursing assistant complete an incident report if he is injured on the job?

Any time he is injured on the job.

Which of the following is the best example of using proper telephone etiquette at work?

"Good afternoon, Hartman skilled care facility, Brenda Johnson speaking. "

If a nursing assistant sees a call light for a resident who is not assigned to her, she should

A method of reporting in which staff move from room to room

What does a resident's code status indicate?

The type of care that should be provided in the event of a cardiac arrest or other catastrophic failure.

What is the first thing a nursing assistant should do after getting a work assignment?

Check if any of his assigned residents requires immediate help or care.