NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING
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Question
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In which of the following situations should an NA give abdominal thrusts to a resident?
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The resident is coughing
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The resident cannot speak, breathe, or cough
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The resident is breathing very rapidly
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The resident tells the NA that she feels short of breath
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In which of the following situations should a nursing assistant give abdominal thrusts to someone? The person is coughing. The person cannot speak, cough, or breathe. The person is breathing very rapidly.
Detailed explanation-2: -Call for the nurse immediately. Use the emergency light and shout for help. 2. If the patient is in bed, raise the side rails and place a pad or blanket to prevent injury.
Detailed explanation-3: -When a resident is choking, but can speak, cough, or breathe, what should the nursing assistant do? The NA should encourage the person to cough as forcefully as possible. What is the medical term for vomiting? Emesis.
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