CNA Assisting with Daily Living

Question 1

When assisting a resident with oral care, which position should the resident be in if possible?

Accepted Answer

Sitting upright or semi-Fowler's position

Answer

Lying flat on their back

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Lying on their side

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Standing at the sink

Question 2

A CNA is helping a resident who has weakness on their left side get dressed. Which arm should be dressed first?

Accepted Answer

The left (weaker) arm

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The right (stronger) arm

Answer

It does not matter which arm

Answer

Ask the resident's preference only

Question 3

How often should a resident who is confined to bed be repositioned to prevent pressure injuries?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Every 8 hours

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Every 4 hours

Answer

Once per shift

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of an Activity of Daily Living (ADL)?

Accepted Answer

Bathing and personal hygiene

Answer

Taking prescribed medications

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Attending physical therapy

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Receiving oxygen therapy

Question 5

When assisting a resident to ambulate (walk), where should the CNA position themselves?

Accepted Answer

On the resident's weaker side and slightly behind

Answer

Directly in front of the resident

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Behind the resident

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On the resident's stronger side

Question 6

A resident refuses to eat their meal. What is the most appropriate action for the CNA?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and report it to the nurse

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Force the resident to eat to maintain nutrition

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Ignore the refusal and try again in 30 minutes without telling anyone

Answer

Remove the tray and say nothing