CNA Basic Nursing Skills 1

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of hand hygiene in nursing care?

Accepted Answer

To prevent transmission of infections

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To keep hands moisturized

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To remove visible dirt only

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To comply with hospital dress code

Question 2

How often should a CNA reposition a bed-bound patient?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

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Every 30 minutes

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Once per shift

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Only when requested

Question 3

What is the correct way to measure a patient’s respiratory rate?

Accepted Answer

Watch the chest rise and fall for 60 seconds

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Count for 15 seconds and multiply by 4

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Ask the patient to count breaths

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Estimate based on activity

Question 4

Why is it important to monitor fluid intake and output?

Accepted Answer

To monitor hydration and kidney function

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To track food preferences

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To identify patient appetite

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To limit fluid intake

Question 5

What should you do if a patient begins to fall while ambulating?

Accepted Answer

Guide them gently to the floor

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Hold the patient upright at all costs

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Yell for help and let go

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Try to pick them up immediately

Question 6

Which is the most accurate method to take a patient's temperature?

Accepted Answer

Rectal

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Oral

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Axillary

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Forehead

Question 7

What is the best way to prevent pressure ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Frequent repositioning and skin care

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Use of heating pads

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Increased oral intake

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Apply cold packs

Question 8

Why should gloves be worn during peri-care?

Accepted Answer

To protect against infection

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To stay warm

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To prevent odor

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To dry the area quickly

Question 9

Which of the following is a sign of infection?

Accepted Answer

Redness and swelling

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Cool, dry skin

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Normal appetite

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Clear urine

Question 10

How should a CNA respond to a patient who refuses care?

Accepted Answer

Inform the nurse and respect the decision

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Force the care to be given

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Ignore the refusal

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Persuade until they agree