If a nursing assistant is in an emergency situation but has not been trained to perform CPR, she should

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Rationale: Correct Answer: C: Give basic first aid until the emergency medical team arrives Rationale: 1. Safety first: Attempting CPR without training can do more harm than good. 2. Basic first aid can stabilize the patient's condition until professionals arrive. 3. Waiting for instructions (B) wastes time. Doing nothing (D) can be fatal. 4. Performing CPR without training (A) risks causing further harm.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because draw sheets help prevent skin damage caused by shearing forces when moving a resident in bed. Shearing occurs when the skin moves in one direction while underlying tissues move in the opposite direction, leading to tissue damage. Draw sheets reduce friction and shear forces, protecting the resident's skin. A is incorrect because draw sheets do not primarily serve to prevent the bed covers from pushing down on a resident's feet. B is incorrect as draw sheets do not specifically address keeping a resident's fingers from curling tightly. C is incorrect because while draw sheets can help maintain proper positioning, their primary purpose is to prevent skin damage rather than solely focusing on joint alignment.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Aspiration. When a resident is unconscious, there is a high risk of inhaling or aspirating food, fluids, or saliva into the lungs, leading to aspiration pneumonia or choking. This is a life-threatening risk that requires immediate attention. Mouth dryness (A) may occur but is not as critical as aspiration. Gingivitis (C) and mouth sores (D) are not immediate risks associated with unconscious residents.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Sphygmomanometer. This device is specifically designed to measure blood pressure accurately by inflating a cuff around the arm and monitoring pressure in the arteries. It consists of a pressure gauge and a stethoscope to listen for the sound of blood flow. The other choices (A: Thermometer, B: Watch, C: Finger) are not suitable for measuring blood pressure. A thermometer measures temperature, a watch tells time, and a finger is not capable of accurately measuring blood pressure. The sphygmomanometer is the most appropriate tool for this specific medical measurement due to its design and functionality.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because using physical and verbal cues can assist the resident with special needs in developing their independence by providing necessary guidance and support without taking over tasks. Verbal cues can offer guidance without being too overbearing, while physical cues can help the individual understand how to perform tasks independently. Summary: - Choice B is incorrect because lengthy and detailed verbal cues may overwhelm the resident and hinder their ability to act independently. - Choice C is incorrect because physically assisting the resident by putting food into their mouth does not promote independence. - Choice D is incorrect because putting the plate to one side for a visually impaired resident does not actively promote independence but rather accommodates for their impairment.