CCW CCW Nutrition & Personal Care 3

Question 1

Which observation related to nutrition should a CCW report to a nurse immediately?

Accepted Answer

A client consistently refusing meals and showing signs of weakness

Answer

Consistent meal refusal combined with weakness may indicate malnutrition or an underlying medical condition requiring urgent nursing assessment.

Question 2

What is the purpose of a skin integrity check during personal care?

Accepted Answer

To identify pressure injuries, rashes, or skin breakdown early

Answer

Routine skin checks during personal care allow early detection of pressure injuries and rashes before they become serious wounds.

Question 3

A client with limited mobility has been in the same position for 2 hours. What is the priority action?

Accepted Answer

Reposition the client and document the time and position

Answer

Repositioning every 2 hours and documenting it is the standard protocol for preventing pressure ulcers in immobile clients.

Question 4

Which type of diet is typically ordered for a client with chronic kidney disease to reduce waste buildup in the blood?

Accepted Answer

Low-potassium and low-phosphorus diet

Answer

Kidney disease impairs the ability to filter potassium and phosphorus, so a diet low in these minerals reduces dangerous blood level buildup.

Question 5

When providing perineal care, what is the correct direction for cleansing?

Accepted Answer

Front to back to prevent urinary tract infections

Answer

Front-to-back cleansing prevents bacteria from the anal area from entering the urethra and causing urinary tract infections.

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