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Question:

When communicating with a non-verbal resident, which of the following should the nurse aid not use?

A Assuming resident has no way of communicating and provide routine care.

explanation

Being non-verbal does not mean that a patient is unable to communicate. The patient may be intelligent and able to know what others say. The patient often has the ability to communicate through gestures or facial expressions. Picture or word boards can be useful. Asking questions with yes-or-no answers, such as “Are you in pain?” let the patient respond. To increase patient's knowing, their family can provide methods.

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Which of the following is not symptoms of a possible visual impairment?

Your patient has not been sleeping well.

There are many reasons cause not sleeping well, but visual impairment would not be one of them. Each of the other options, are common indicators that your patient has a visual impairment.

Out of the options below, which one would not be a primary reason for an indwelling catheter to be taped down?

In order to let the patient’s family members and visitors know that it is not intended to be removed.

Although taping a patient’s catheter down may not intentionally let family members and visitors know that the indwelling catheter is not to be removed, this is not the primary reason why it is done. All of the other choices are correct.

What should the nurse aid do to best communicate with a client who is totally deaf?

Write information for the client to read

Finding out how the customer prefers to communicate is the first thing to do when working with a deaf customer . This will lower the customer’s anxiety. Begin by writing to introduce yourself and to ask questions. Always maintain eye contact so the customer knows you are communicating with them. If they prefer to lip read, speak normally. Smiling interferes with natural speaking. Adding gestures is acceptable and can increase their understanding.

You have been told that you left something important off the patient’s daily input chart. All of the following must always be included, EXCEPT:

Lactated Ringers being given intravenously

The nurse will always chart a patient’s intravenous fluids. All of the other options would be required documentation on the patient’s intake records.

Which of the following is NOT a part of the process that an NA must follow upon entering a patient’s room for the first time?

Showing the patient your licensing card

It is unnecessary for the resident to see your licensing cards. The other options create a level of courtesy, respect for privacy and personal engagement with your resident.

What should the nurse aid do to communicate clearly with a deaf client?

look directly at the client when speaking

Remembering some things when speaking to customers who are loss of hearing. First, ensure that there is adequate lighting. Second, stand directly in front the customer and maintain eye contact. Next, talk a little slower, so the customer can adjust to your speaking style. Add gestures. If the customer seems confused, write or draw pictures.

When talking to a patient with a vision impairment, which is the best way?

Announce your presence before entering the room

Speaking in a natural tone and volume when communicating with a customer who has a visual impairment. Loss of vision does not mean loss of hearing. Always identify yourself when entering the room; don’t assume the customer recognizes your voice. If others are present, introduce them. Turn off the television and minimize distractions. Use normal language; it is unnecessary to avoid words like “see” or “look.” Speak directly to the customer. Be sure to let them know when you are leaving the room.