The nurse instructs the nursing assistant in a long-term care ...

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The nurse instructs the nursing assistant in a long-term care facility regarding infection control measures. Which action(s) demonstrate(s) that the nursing assistant understands the nurse's teaching? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Assisting residents with hand hygiene be-fore meals.
  b. Cleaning incontinent residents as soon as possible.
  c. Administering prescribed antibiotics dur-ing meals to residents who require assis-tance with feeding.
  d. Inspecting residents' skin for open areas during bathing.
  e. Assisting residents with hand hygiene af-ter participating in group activities.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient taking long-term estrogen replacement for osteoporosis prevention. The nurse recommends that the patient undergo which type of examination annually?
 
  a. Pelvic examination
  b. Bone density study
  c. Liver scan
  d. Lower GI study

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Answer to Question 1

A, B, D, E
It is important for the nursing assistant to assist residents with hand hygiene prior to meals and after participating in group activities in order to help prevent the spread of infection. Cleaning incontinent residents as soon as possible prevents skin breakdown, which may lead to infection. While bathing residents, the nursing assistant should monitor for signs of skin breakdown and report any areas to the nurse. Nursing assistants are not permitted to administer medications.

Answer to Question 2

A
Estrogen therapy increases the incidence of endometrial cancer and breast cancer. An annual pelvic examination is recommended, as well as monthly breast self-examinations (BSE).