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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following are generally performed as part of morning care (a.m. care)?

A. Hair care

B. Bath

C. Shaving

D. Oral care

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Question 2 of 5

While you are assisting a patient with a bed bath, you notice a purplish blotching on the skin of the lower legs and feet. This is an indication of

A. A reaction to medications.

B. Increased heat in the legs and feet.

C. Infection.

D. Decreased circulation to the legs and feet.

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Question 3 of 5

Your patient is slightly confused. He has activity orders to be up in the chair three times per day. He is unstable on his feet when he walks or stands for more than a few minutes. What type of bath will you plan to give this patient?

A. Bed bath

B. Assisted or help bath

C. Tub bath

D. Shower

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Question 4 of 5

It is important to stay with a patient during the first bath or shower after surgery because the patient may

A. Be unsteady while standing and sitting.

B. Have an increase in pain when moving about.

C. Cause the incision to open up when getting in the water.

D. Experience vasodilation and become dizzy or faint.

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Question 5 of 5

When you provide oral care to an unconscious patient, you will

A. Position the patient on the left or right side with the bed flat.

B. Use lemon glycerin swabs to clean the patient's lips and gums.

C. Assess the mouth for lesions and sores.

D. Use plenty of water to rinse the toothpaste from the teeth and gums.

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