Ch. 7 Basic Nursing Skills

Question 1

True or False?

If a restraint is needed, a doctor must order it?

Answer 1

True

Question 2

True or False?

Raised side rails may be considered a restraint?

Answer 2

True

Question 3

When using a restraint, make sure the bed is at its
(a) highest horizontal position or
(b) lowest horizontal position

Answer 3

(b) lowest horizontal position

Question 4

Urinary Catheters Guidelines:

Answer 4

• Know where the tubing is at all times to avoid accidentally dislodging it when giving care.
• Keep the tubing as straight as possible. It should not be kinked.

Question 5

Bedmaking Guidelines:

Answer 5

• Do not place clean linen on the floor, or on a soiled or contaminated area
• Do not shake linen or clothes. It may spread airborne contaminants.
• Wear gloves when handling soiled linen.
• Hold clean and soiled linen away from your body. Place it in the proper container or area immediately.
• If dirty linen touches your uniform, your uniform becomes contaminated..