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PCA Exam Test Study Guide Questions and Answers (Verified Answers) 1.What are some risk factors of skin breakdown ANS Limited physical ability, age, lack of hydration, poor nutrition, etc.
2.What is the name of the assessment scale used to help determine if a patient is at a greater risk of developing pressure ulcers ANS Braden Scale
- is a localized injury to the skin and/or the underlying tissue. It
is a result of presence over a bony prominence.
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4.What is the main governing body that determines what a PCA does ANS State Nursing Practice Act 5.What are the 5 rights of delegation ANS Right task Right person Right direction of communication Right circumstance Right supervision
- is defined as being responsible for one's own actions
of others who perform delegated tasks.
ANS: Accountability
- is defined as the duty or obligation to perform some act
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ANS: Responsibility
- is defined as the skills, care and judgement required by
the health care team member under similar conditions.
ANS: Standard of care
9.What stage of pressure ulcer is this?Reddened area not returning to normal color after pressure is relieved. Feels hot and/or painful. Skin is intact.
: ANS Stage 1
- is defined as unlawful restraint or restriction of a
person's freedom of movement.
: ANS False Imprisonment
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