Question 1

A resident has a fractured right hip. You must use devices to prevent
A) Abduction
B) Pneumonia
C) External rotation of the hip
D) Aspiration

Accepted Answer

The answer of A resident has a fractured right hip....

Question 2

Stroke is
A) A disease that affects the arteries that supply blood to the brain
B) A slow, progressive disorder in which there is degeneration of part of the brain
C) A disease in which the myelin covering the brain and spinal cord is destroyed
D) An injury to the scalp, skull, and brain tissue

Accepted Answer

Stroke is caused by a disruption of blood flow to the brain, usually caused by a clot or a rupture in an artery supplying blood to the brain. It is a serious medical emergency and can result in brain damage or death.

Question 3

Paraplegia is paralysis
A) In the arms
B) In the legs and trunk
C) In the arms and legs
D) From the neck down

Accepted Answer

Paraplegia is a type of paralysis that affects both legs and often the trunk of the body, but not the arms or hands. Therefore, option B is the correct choice.

Question 4

The total or partial loss of the ability to use or understand language is
A) Dysphagia
B) Paralysis
C) Aphasia
D) Dementia

Accepted Answer

Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing, paralysis is loss of muscle function, and dementia is a general term for cognitive decline. Aphasia specifically refers to a language impairment, whether it is difficulty in expressing oneself or in understanding language.

Question 5

A patient had a stroke. When does rehabilitation begin?
A) When the person leaves the hospital
B) When the person enters a rehabilitation center
C) A few days after the person returns to the nursing center
D) At once

Accepted Answer

Rehabilitation should begin as soon as possible after a stroke. This may include exercises and therapies that can be done while the patient is still in the hospital or even in the intensive care unit. The earlier the rehabilitation begins, the better the chances for recovery and reducing potential long-term complications.

Question 6

Quadriplegia is paralysis
A) In the arms
B) In the legs
C) From the waist down
D) In the arms, legs, and trunk

Accepted Answer

Quadriplegia is paralysis in all four limbs, including the arms, legs, and trunk.

Question 7

Effects from stroke often include the following except
A) Loss of face, hand, arm, leg, or body control
B) Dysphagia and aphasia
C) Urinary incontinence and impaired memory
D) Tremors and stiff muscles

Accepted Answer

Tremors and stiff muscles are not typical effects of a stroke. The other choices are commonly seen as effects of stroke.

Question 8

Which is a common effect of stroke?
A) Hemiplegia
B) Quadriplegia
C) Mask-like expression
D) Sclerosis

Accepted Answer

Hemiplegia, or paralysis on one side of the body, is a common effect of stroke. Quadriplegia, or paralysis of all four limbs, is less common as a result of stroke. Mask-like expression and sclerosis are not common effects of stroke.

Question 9

Tissues die and become black, cold, and shriveled. This is
A) Cancer
B) Gangrene
C) Arthritis
D) Metastasis

Accepted Answer

Gangrene is the death of tissue due to a lack of blood flow or infection. The affected area can turn black, be cold to the touch, and become shriveled. Cancer is the abnormal growth of cells, arthritis is inflammation in the joints, and metastasis is the spread of cancer cells to other parts of the body.

Question 10

Paralysis on one side of the body is
A) Uniplegia
B) Biplegia
C) Paraplegia
D) Hemiplegia

Accepted Answer

Hemiplegia refers specifically to paralysis on one side of the body. "Uni-" means one, "bi-" means two, and "para-" refers to the lower half of the body, so choices A, B, and C are not correct in this scenario.

Question 11

A patient is in traction. Which is incorrect?
A) Keep the weights off the floor.
B) Provide a fracture pan for elimination.
C) Remove weights for complaints of pain or numbness.
D) Make the bed from the head of the bed to the foot of the bed.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A patient is in traction. Which is...

Question 12

Another term for expressive aphasia is
A) Broca's aphasia
B) Mixed aphasia
C) Wernicke's aphasia
D) Global aphasia

Accepted Answer

Expressive aphasia is also known as Broca's aphasia. This type of aphasia is characterized by difficulty with language production, including difficulties with grammar and syntax. Individuals with Broca's aphasia often have intact comprehension abilities but struggle to express their thoughts and ideas through speech or writing.

Question 13

Expressive aphasia relates to
A) Problems with thinking and reasoning
B) Difficulty understanding language
C) Difficulty sending out thoughts
D) Difficulty using the muscles needed for speech

Accepted Answer

Expressive aphasia, also known as Broca's aphasia, is characterized by difficulty in articulating thoughts into speech or writing, while comprehension generally remains intact.

Question 14

Another term for quadriplegia is
A) Paraplegia
B) Tetraplegia
C) Byplegia
D) Uniplegia

Accepted Answer

Quadriplegia is also known as tetraplegia, as it affects all four limbs and the torso. Paraplegia only affects the lower limbs, while byplegia and uniplegia are not recognized medical terms.

Question 15

Warning signs of stroke last a few minutes. This is called
A) An early warning
B) A transient ischemic attack
C) A cerebrovascular accident
D) A brain attack

Accepted Answer

A transient ischemic attack, or TIA, is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain, which can cause warning signs of a stroke, but only lasts a short period of time (usually a few minutes to a couple of hours). It is also sometimes referred to as a "mini stroke." Options A, C, and D refer to stroke itself, which is a more sustained and serious event.

Question 16

A resident's left leg was amputated. The person complains of pain in the left leg. This is
A) Chronic pain
B) Radiating pain
C) Sympathy pain
D) Phantom limb pain

Accepted Answer

Phantom limb pain is pain that is felt in an amputated limb, which is a common occurrence after amputation. It is caused by the brain continuing to receive signals from the nerves that were connected to the amputated limb, and the brain interprets these signals as pain.

Question 17

A resident fell in the shower and fractured his right hip. The person returned to the nursing center after surgery to repair the hip. He is at risk for the following post-operative complications:
A) Depression, skin tears, and burns
B) Pressure ulcers, constipation, and confusion
C) Incontinence, hair loss, and stomatitis
D) Diarrhea, bleeding, and infection

Accepted Answer

After surgery to repair a hip fracture, the resident is at risk for several post-operative complications including pressure ulcers from prolonged bed rest, constipation from pain medication and immobility, and confusion from anesthesia and changes in routine. Depression, skin tears, and burns are not commonly associated with hip surgery. Incontinence, hair loss, stomatitis, diarrhea, bleeding, and infection are also less common complications after hip surgery.

Question 18

Warning signs of stroke include the following except
A) Sudden, severe chest pain and shortness of breath
B) Sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body
C) Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding
D) Sudden, severe headache

Accepted Answer

Sudden, severe chest pain and shortness of breath are not typical warning signs of a stroke. The other options are common warning signs of a stroke and should be taken seriously.

Question 19

Stroke occurs when one of the following happens:
A) Hypertension or diabetes
B) Infection or accidental injury
C) Bleeding in the brain or a blood clot
D) Aging or poor nutrition

Accepted Answer

Stroke occurs when there is bleeding in the brain or a blood clot that obstructs blood flow to the brain. Hypertension, diabetes, infection, injury, aging, and poor nutrition can all contribute to an increased risk of stroke, but they are not the direct cause of stroke.

Question 20

Care of a person after a stroke often includes the following except
A) Ostomy care
B) A bowel or bladder training program
C) Elastic stockings to prevent blood clots
D) Measures to prevent pressure ulcers

Accepted Answer

Ostomy care is not typically a part of stroke care, as the condition does not usually require the use of an ostomy bag. However, options B, C, and D are all commonly included in a post-stroke care plan as they help prevent complications and promote healing.

Quiz 26: Caring for Persons With Common Health Problems

A resident has a fractured right hip. You must use devices to prevent

Stroke is

Paraplegia is paralysis

The total or partial loss of the ability to use or understand language is

A patient had a stroke. When does rehabilitation begin?

Quadriplegia is paralysis

Effects from stroke often include the following except

Which is a common effect of stroke?

Tissues die and become black, cold, and shriveled. This is

Paralysis on one side of the body is

A patient is in traction. Which is incorrect?

Another term for expressive aphasia is

Expressive aphasia relates to

Another term for quadriplegia is

Warning signs of stroke last a few minutes. This is called

A resident's left leg was amputated. The person complains of pain in the left leg. This is

A resident fell in the shower and fractured his right hip. The person returned to the nursing center after surgery to repair the hip. He is at risk for the following post-operative complications:

Warning signs of stroke include the following except

Stroke occurs when one of the following happens:

Care of a person after a stroke often includes the following except