Question 1

When assigning bedmaking to the assistive personnel (AP), the nurse would instruct the AP on which items? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Proper disposal of linens that contain drainage 
B)  What tubes or dressings the client might have 
C)  How to make hospital corners 
D)  Whom to inform if they notice anything unusual 
E)  Placing the call bell in a specific location for a client with mobility concerns 
A)  Proper disposal of linens that contain drainage 
B)  What tubes or dressings the client might have 
C)  How to make hospital corners 
D)  Whom to inform if they notice anything unusual 
E)  Placing the call bell in a specific location for a client with mobility concerns A, B, E

Question 2

The nurse assigns bedmaking to the assistive personnel (AP). Which client's bed should be made by the nurse and not the AP?

Accepted Answer

A)  The postoperative client diagnosed with dementia on complete bed rest 
B)  The client who is diagnosed with myocardial infarction who has bathroom privileges 
C)  The client with increased intracranial pressure on complete bed rest 
D)  The postoperative client 
A)  The postoperative client diagnosed with dementia on complete bed rest 
B)  The client who is diagnosed with myocardial infarction who has bathroom privileges 
C)  The client with increased intracranial pressure on complete bed rest 
D)  The postoperative client C

Question 3

The nurse assigns the making of an occupied bed to the assistive personnel (AP). Which statement made by the AP would indicate the need for further instruction prior to this assignment?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I will be sure to inform you of any wound drainage." 
B)  "I will inform you if any of the client's tubes are loose." 
C)  "I will assess the client's IV tubing." 
D)  "I will inform you of any problems." 
A)  "I will be sure to inform you of any wound drainage." 
B)  "I will inform you if any of the client's tubes are loose." 
C)  "I will assess the client's IV tubing." 
D)  "I will inform you of any problems." C

Question 4

Place the steps for making an unoccupied bed in the appropriate order.
Response 1. Arrange the client's room and remove and discard linens.
Response 2. Reposition mattress, wipe off any moisture, and dry thoroughly.
Response 3. Lower side rails on both sides of the bed and raise to comfortable working level.
Response 4. Apply all bottom linens on one side of the bed before moving to the other.
Response 5. Remove soiled linens and place them in a laundry bag.
Response 6. Determine if the client is incontinent or if excess drainage is on the linen.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Place the steps for making an unoccupied...

Question 5

The nurse is instructing the assistive personnel (AP) on positioning the client in the Fowler's position. Which statement by the AP indicates appropriate understanding of this position?

Accepted Answer

A)  "I will put the client's head completely flat." 
B)  "I will elevate the client's head." 
C)  "I will only raise the head of the bed 30°." 
D)  "I will place the bed in the Trendelenburg position." 
A)  "I will put the client's head completely flat." 
B)  "I will elevate the client's head." 
C)  "I will only raise the head of the bed 30°." 
D)  "I will place the bed in the Trendelenburg position."

Question 6

The nurse is instructing the assistive personnel (AP) about the different bed positions available. Which statement by the AP indicates the understanding of the different bed positions?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Fowler's is used when assisting clients to bed for sleeping." 
B)  "Supine is used when assisting the client with eating." 
C)  "Trendelenburg is used to promote decreased gastric emptying." 
D)  "Semi-Fowler's is used for clients receiving gastric feedings." 
A)  "Fowler's is used when assisting clients to bed for sleeping." 
B)  "Supine is used when assisting the client with eating." 
C)  "Trendelenburg is used to promote decreased gastric emptying." 
D)  "Semi-Fowler's is used for clients receiving gastric feedings."

When assigning bedmaking to the assistive personnel (AP), the nurse would instruct the AP on which items? Select all that apply.

The nurse assigns bedmaking to the assistive personnel (AP). Which client's bed should be made by the nurse and not the AP?

The nurse assigns the making of an occupied bed to the assistive personnel (AP). Which statement made by the AP would indicate the need for further instruction prior to this assignment?

The nurse is instructing the assistive personnel (AP) on positioning the client in the Fowler's position. Which statement by the AP indicates appropriate understanding of this position?

The nurse is instructing the assistive personnel (AP) about the different bed positions available. Which statement by the AP indicates the understanding of the different bed positions?

Essential Skills

Infection Prevention

Vital Signs

Diagnostic Testing

Client Hygiene

Heat and Cold Measures

Pain Assessment and Management

Positioning the Client

Mobilizing the Client

Fall Prevention, Restraints, and Seizure Precautions

Maintaining Joint Mobility

Drug Calculations

Administering Oral and Enteral Medications

Administering Topical Medications

Administering Parenteral Medications

Administering Intravenous Therapy

Feeding Clients

Assisting With Urinary Elimination

Assisting With Fecal Elimination

Caring for Clients With Peritoneal Dialysis

Promoting Circulation

Breathing Exercises

Oxygen Therapy

Suctioning

Caring for the Client With a Tracheostomy

Caring for the Client With Chest Tube Drainage

Administering Emergency Measures to the Hospitalized Client

Performing Wound and Pressure Injury Care

Orthopedic Care

Performing Perioperative Care

End-Of-Life Care

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Exam 7: Bedmaking

When assigning bedmaking to the assistive personnel (AP), the nurse would instruct the AP on which items? Select all that apply.

The nurse assigns bedmaking to the assistive personnel (AP). Which client's bed should be made by the nurse and not the AP?

The nurse assigns the making of an occupied bed to the assistive personnel (AP). Which statement made by the AP would indicate the need for further instruction prior to this assignment?

The nurse is instructing the assistive personnel (AP) on positioning the client in the Fowler's position. Which statement by the AP indicates appropriate understanding of this position?

The nurse is instructing the assistive personnel (AP) about the different bed positions available. Which statement by the AP indicates the understanding of the different bed positions?

Essential Skills

Infection Prevention

Vital Signs

Diagnostic Testing

Client Hygiene

Heat and Cold Measures

Pain Assessment and Management

Positioning the Client

Mobilizing the Client

Fall Prevention, Restraints, and Seizure Precautions

Maintaining Joint Mobility

Drug Calculations

Administering Oral and Enteral Medications

Administering Topical Medications

Administering Parenteral Medications

Administering Intravenous Therapy

Feeding Clients

Assisting With Urinary Elimination

Assisting With Fecal Elimination

Caring for Clients With Peritoneal Dialysis

Promoting Circulation

Breathing Exercises

Oxygen Therapy

Suctioning

Caring for the Client With a Tracheostomy

Caring for the Client With Chest Tube Drainage

Administering Emergency Measures to the Hospitalized Client

Performing Wound and Pressure Injury Care

Orthopedic Care

Performing Perioperative Care

End-Of-Life Care

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