Answer to Question 1
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Extra batteries are needed to keep on hand because a battery only lasts 1 1/2 to 2 weeks.
Rationale 2: Marking the aid is necessary for a client living in a long-term facility because of the potentially high number of hearing aids.
Rationale 3: Hair spray can clog a hearing aid, and clients are encouraged not to use it when the aid is in use.
Rationale 4: A hair dryer should not be used around the aid as heat can damage the aid.
Answer to Question 2
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Allowing for a toe pleat provides for client comfort.
Rationale 2: Placing the bath blanket over the client prevents unnecessary exposure.
Rationale 3: Sliding the mattress to the head of the bed makes it easier to tuck in the linens.
Rationale 4: Raising the side rail maintains client safety.
Use face cradle covers to prevent the client’s skin from touching the face cradle upholstery.
Inspection of client
Testing the client’s ability to feel vibrations, the toe
Testing patellar reflex, client in a sitting position
Position the client
Client is positioned