If a nursing assistant suspects that a resident has a fever, he should

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Take the resident's temperature. This is the appropriate action because measuring the resident's temperature is the most accurate way to confirm if they have a fever. Other choices are incorrect because giving medication without proper assessment can be harmful (A), asking how the resident feels may not provide objective data (C), and measuring pulse rate does not directly indicate fever presence (D).

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because a resident with a restrict fluids order needs to limit the amount of fluids consumed daily to a specific level set by the doctor. This ensures that the resident maintains proper fluid balance without risking dehydration or fluid overload. Choice A is incorrect as completely restricting fluids can be harmful. Choice B is incorrect as water is also considered a fluid. Choice C is incorrect as limiting fluids only to meals may not be sufficient to adhere to the prescribed restriction.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Standing. This position allows for optimal bladder emptying by using gravity to aid in the process. It also promotes good urinary flow and reduces the risk of incomplete emptying. Sitting (A) may not fully empty the bladder, lying (C) can cause difficulty in aiming, and crouching (D) may not provide the best angle for efficient urination. Standing is the most recommended position for men to urinate based on anatomical and physiological considerations.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because scabies is a skin infestation caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite, leading to symptoms such as rash, intense itching, and sores that can get infected. Choice A is incorrect as scabies is caused by mites, not bacteria. Choice C is incorrect because scabies is highly contagious through direct skin-to-skin contact. Choice D is incorrect as scabies can affect individuals of all ages, not just teenagers and young adults.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Iron-deficiency anemia. Iron deficiency is the leading cause of anemia worldwide due to inadequate intake or absorption of iron. This leads to decreased production of red blood cells. Choice B, hypoxia, is a symptom of anemia but not a specific type. Choice C, pernicious anemia, is caused by a lack of intrinsic factor needed for vitamin B12 absorption, not iron. Choice D, pulmonary anemia, is not a recognized form of anemia.