NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Reporting and recording are part of the daily job description required by the Nurse Aide. When recording a resident’s oral intake, Emily must remember intake measurements never include:
A
all liquid taken by mouth or tube feeding.
B
fluids given by intravenous infusion.
C
food items that turn to liquid at room temperature.
D
pureed foods.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Reporting and recording are part of the daily job description required by the Nurse Aide. When recording a resident’s oral intake, Emily must remember intake measurements never include: fluids given by intravenous infusion.

Detailed explanation-2: -An unconscious patient is placed in the side-lying position when mouth care is provided because this position prevents pooling of secretions at the back of the oral cavity, thereby reducing the risk of aspiration.

Detailed explanation-3: -On admission, record the patient’s visual acuity, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration, as well as the results of any tests. State the diagnosis clearly, as well as any other problem the patient is currently experiencing.

Detailed explanation-4: -What is the first thing a nurse aide should do after receiving the resident assignments for the shift? Make rounds and see each resident briefly.

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