Frequent voidings of 200 mL or less are normal after delivery

1. Frequent voidings of 200 mL or less are normal after delivery.

a. True

b. False

2. When an elderly person has a very tiny bleed inside the head, it can take up to six weeks before the patient shows symptoms.

a. True

b. False

3. Genital herpes can be successfully cured.

a. True

b. False

4. Oral hygiene is very important when caring for patients with seizure disorder who take phenytoin.

a. True

b. False

5. All goals in the restorative program are functional.

a. True

b. False

6. TIAs may be a warning of an impending stroke.

a. True

b. False

7. Victims of a heart attack will always require CPR.

a. True

b. False

8. Store the artificial eye in tap water overnight.

a. True

b. False

9. Male infants must always be circumcised before they leave the hospital.

a. True

b. False

10. When cleaning a hearing aid, wash it well with soap and water to remove wax buildup.

a. True

b. False

11. Administer enema solutions within 30 minutes of eating a meal.

a.True

b. False

12. Inform the nurse if there is no urine in the catheter drainage bag.

a.True

b. False

13. Parents should be included in the care of pediatric patients.

a.True

b. False

14. The cure rate for cancer of the cervix is very high if treated in time.

a.True

b. False

15. Urine must be strained if renal calculi are suspected.

a.True

b. False

16.  Injuries are likely to be more severe if the victim of accidental injury is unconscious.

a.True

b. False

17. Signs and symptoms of paralysis vary with the level of the injury.

a.True

b. False

18. People with disabilities cannot do the same things other people do.

a.True

b. False

19. It is not necessary to explain procedures to children who are younger than school age, as they will not understand.

a.True

b. False

20. Men can develop breast cancer.

a.True

b. False

21. Hemorrhagic stroke is more deadly and difficult to treat than ischemic stroke.

a.True

b. False

22. The incidence of cancer and death rates vary with geographic location, sex, race, and age.

a.True

b. False

23. The first feeding is usually given 12 hours after birth.

a.True

Option 3

b. False

24. Patients with injuries of the head and face often have neck injuries as well.

a.True

b. False

25. Catheters should be used only as a treatment of last resort.

a.True

b. False

26. Upon discharge, make sure the infant is strapped into a properly secured car seat.

a.True

b. False

27. The abdominal urine bag should be removed when the patient goes to bed.

a.True

b. False

28. Range-of-motion exercises are an important part of the care of a patient who has suffered a cerebrovascular accident.

a.True

b. False

29. Urinary incontinence does not affect quality of life.

a.True

b. False

30. Hair lost due to cancer treatment will always grow back and look the same as it did before treatment.

a.True

b. False

31. If a specimen from a 24-hour collection is accidentally discarded, the test should be discontinued and started over.

a.True

b. False

32. Abnormal respirations are often a warning of an impending crisis.

a.True

b. False

33. When doing abdominal thrusts, pressing on the patient’s ribs with your forearms could cause serious injury to the internal structures, including the liver.

a.True

b. False

34. After delivery, both mother and child are identified with name tags before being separated.

a.True

b. False

35. Safety is the least important element of the restorative program.

a.True

b. False

36. Adolescents should be encouraged to participate in the decision-making process regarding their care.

a.True

b. False

37. Although special handling is required for drugs used to eliminate cancer, no special precautions are required for handling the containers in which the drugs are dispensed.

a.True

b. False

38. One of the goals of restorative care is to prevent complications.

a.True

b. False

39. Before applying for a job, honestly consider the type of work that you are willing to do.

a.True

b. False

40. A hysterectomy causes menopause.

a.True

b. False

41.  Each type of cancer has its own signs and symptoms.

a.True

b. False

42. Patients with ulcers receive diets that are high in protein.

a.True

b. False

43. Restorative care is designed to maintain the patient’s current abilities.

a.True

b. False

44. A three-month-old infant will recognize the nursing assistant.

a.True

b. False

45. The enema administration set should be elevated 12 inches above the anus.

a.True

b. False

46. After emptying a catheter bag, wipe the drainage spout with an alcohol sponge if accidental contamination occurs.

a.True

b. False

47. Hernias occur when the intestine pushes through muscle.

a.True

b. False

48. Women who take birth control pills have a higher risk of ovarian cancer than those who do not take birth control pills.

a.True

b. False

49. To protect yourself, you should go to your doctor and get the hepatitis B vaccine before beginning employment.

a.True

b. False

50. There is a strong genetic link in some types of cancer

a.True

b. False

51.  The patient with spastic paralysis is unaware of the involuntary movements.

a.True

b. False

52. Before X-ray testing of the gastrointestinal tract, the entire tract must be emptied.

a.True

b. False

53. People with disabilities are special and should be treated differently from other patients.

a.True

b. False

54. Moisture reduces the effects of friction and shearing on the skin.

a.True

b. False

55.  If a hospitalized toddler asks for a pacifier, you should explain to him why he should not use it.

a.True

b. False

56. Your résumé should be handwritten neatly.

a.True

b. False

57. Patients who are newly disabled are no more sensitive to their problems than people who have lived with disability for a long time.

a.True

b. False

58. Position the urinary catheter under the leg.

a.True

b. False

59. Routines are not important when caring for a toddler

a.True

b. False

60. Complaints of pain, burning, tenderness, urgency, and frequency are symptoms of urinary infection.

a.True

b. False

 

61. When caring for a patient who has had prostate surgery, report all of the following to the nurse except

a.  excess bleeding.

 

b.  falling blood pressure and rapid pulse.

 

c.  cold clammy skin, pallor, restlessness.

 

d.  pink-tinged drainage.

62. Which of the following cells are least likely to be affected as a side effect of chemotherapy?

a.  Blood cells

 

b.  Gastrointestinal cells

 

c.  Nail cells

 

d.  Nerve cells

63. All of the following are true about individuals with disabilities except

a.  they have the same types of problems you have.

 

b.  they can do many of the same things other people do.

 

c.  they want special treatment because of the disability.

 

d.  they may need to adapt the environment to do ADLs.

64. Providing first aid includes all of the following except

a.  managing the victim’s emotional state.

 

b.  addressing the victim’s physical injuries.

 

c.  making sure the victim has food and water.

 

d.  managing the entire accident situation.

65. To prevent the transmission of C. difficile spores, you should perform all of the following except

a.  clean underneath fingernails when handwashing.

 

b.  cleanse hands with an alcohol-based hand cleaner.

 

c.  avoid wearing rings or other jewelry.

 

d.  wash hands frequently with soap and water.

66. When using a restraint on a child,

a.  obtain a physician’s order first.

 

b.  release the restraints every 4 hours.

 

c.  tie the restraint to the bed rail.

 

d.  elevate the head of the bed every 30 minutes.

67. Breast self-examination should be

a.  performed at least annually.

 

b.  done on the last day of the menstrual cycle.

 

c.  performed only after a positive mammogram.

 

d.  done weekly in the shower.

68. Benign prostatic hypertrophy

a.  is cancerous.

 

b.  can cause urinary retention.

 

c.  results from a tumor.

 

d.  is asymptomatic.

69. Which of the following statements about drug testing is incorrect?

a.  Some prescription drugs may interfere with drug test results.

 

b.  Drug tests are usually done with a blood sample.

 

c.  Random drug tests check for the use of illicit substances.

 

d.  Some facilities limit your access to water prior to a drug test.

70. Signs and symptoms of disorders of the prostate gland include

a.  hesitancy.

 

b.  impotence.

 

c.  pain.

 

d.  fever.

71. When caring for a patient who is receiving brachytherapy, you should

a.  allow the patient to have as many visitors as possible.

 

b.  bring your dosimeter home with you for safekeeping.

 

c.  remove your dosimeter before entering the patient’s room.

 

d.  use only the dosimeter that was issued to you.

72. Which is not a characteristic of restorative nursing?

a.  Intensive and aggressive

 

b.  Unlicensed personnel may provide

 

c.  Patient may not progress

 

d.  Inconsistently paid by Medicare and Medicaid

73. The Foley catheter is held in place by

a.  tape.

 

b.  gravity.

 

c.  tubing.

 

d.  a balloon.

74. When handling an infant, always

a.  support the head and neck.

 

b.  check the ID band.

 

c.  make sure the diaper is dry.

 

d.  wrap the infant tightly in a blanket/

75. The surgical removal of the foreskin is called

a.  salpingectomy.

 

b.  biopsy.

 

c.  circumcision.

 

d.  dilation and curettage.

76. The six-month-old infant will

a.  sit unsupported.

 

b.  roll from prone to supine.

 

c.  crawl.

 

d.  pull up to a standing position.

77. Before discharging a baby, always

a.  give the baby a bottle.

 

b.  administer medications as ordered.

 

c.  check the baby’s and mother’s identification bands.

 

d.  bathe the infant and change the diaper.

78. Chest thrusts are indicated for a choking victim if

a.  you are unable to get your arms around the victim.

 

b.  the victim is lying in bed in the supine position.

 

c.  you believe the obstruction is high in the throat.

 

d.  the victim is elderly or paralyzed.

79. When applying for a job, you should

a.  drop in to the health care facilities you are interested in.

 

b.  call and ask for salary information before applying.

 

c.  call and inquire about employment opportunities.

 

d.  stop by the facility and ask to see the administrator.

80. A Pap smear is a test used to diagnose cancer of the

a.  ovaries.

 

b.  uterus.

 

c.  cervix.

 

d.  urethra.

81. Screening for prostate cancer is done by means of a(n)

a.  urinalysis.

 

b.  CT scan.

 

c.  PSA test.

 

d.  MRI.

82. Complications of head injury may not be evident for up to

a.  2 hours.

 

b.  8 hours.

 

c.  24 hours.

 

d.  72 hours.

83. Which of the following is a possible sign of neglect?

a.  Unexplained bruises on a child

 

b.  Behavior that seems inappropriately mature

 

c.  Refusal to undress in front of other people

 

d.  Clothes that do not fit a child properly

84. A cancer that spreads to other parts of the body is

a.  focal.

 

b.  benign.

 

c.  diffusive.

 

d.  malignant.

85. Which of the following is not an expected age-related change of the female reproductive system?

a.  Menstrual periods cease

 

b.  Vaginal secretions increase

 

c.  Breast cancer risk increases

 

d.  Breast tissue decreases

86. Signs and symptoms of a malignancy of the gastrointestinal tract include

a.  headache.

 

b.  heartburn.

 

c.  constipation.

 

d.  edema.

87. Signs and symptoms of fecal impaction include

a.  headache.

 

b.  cough and dysphagia.

 

c.  liquid stool.

 

d.  sweating profusely.

88. The most common cause of airway obstruction is

a.  the tongue falling back into the throat.

 

b.  laughing and talking while eating.

 

c.  putting foreign objects into the mouth.

 

d.  allergic reaction to a substance.

89. Immediately after delivery, the vaginal flow is

a.  red.

 

b.  pink.

 

c.  brown.

 

d.  pink/brown.

90. When caring for a patient with nephritis, you know

a.  accurate intake and output is important.

 

b.  the patient will be on a low-residue diet.

 

c.  the patient should be as active as possible.

 

d.  all urine should be strained to check for stones.

91. After delivery, the baby must always be

a.  bathed.

 

b.  kept warm.

 

c.  circumcised.

 

d.  put to the mother’s breast.

92. Signs and symptoms of meningitis include

a.  diarrhea.

 

b.  stiff neck.

 

c.  palpitations.

 

d.  abdominal pain.

93. Postpartum care occurs

a.  before the baby is born.

 

b.  during the delivery of the baby.

 

c.  throughout childhood.

 

d.  after the birth of the baby.

94. A toddler is a child between

a.  1 and 2 years of age.

 

b.  1 and 3 years of age.

 

c.  2 and 4 years of age.

 

d.  2 and 5 years of age.

95. Your résumé should include your

a.  telephone number.

 

b.  marital status.

 

c.  age.

 

d.  number of children.

96. The best time of day to collect a urine specimen is

a.  first thing in the morning.

 

b.  at bedtime.

 

c.  3:00 AM.

 

d.  3:00 PM.

97. Creating an artificial opening in the abdominal wall and bringing a section of the colon to it for elimination purposes is called a/an

a.  colectomy.

 

b.  colostomy.

 

c.  ileostomy.

 

d.  gastrectomy.

98. A transient ischemic attack (TIA)

a.  results from a heart attack.

 

b.  is a temporary condition.

 

c.  is always life-threatening.

 

d.  is not a serious condition.

99. Signs and symptoms of multiple sclerosis include all of the following except

a.  pill-rolling fingers.

 

b.  paralysis.

 

c.  slurred speech.

 

d.  visual disturbances.

100. Signs and symptoms of vulvovaginitis include

a.  abnormal bleeding.

 

b.  intense itching.

 

 

c.  nipple discharge.

 

d.  painless lesions.