CNA Basic Nursing Skills 9

Question 1

To lift an object using good body mechanics, the nurse aide SHOULD

Accepted Answer

bend knees and keep back straight.

Answer

To lift an object safely and prevent injury, a nurse aide should always use good body mechanics by bending their knees and keeping their back straight. This technique utilizes the stronger leg muscles to lift, rather than straining the back, distributing the weight evenly and protecting the spine.

Question 2

When taking a client’s radial pulse, the nurse aide’s fingertips should be placed on the client’s

Accepted Answer

wrist.

Answer

When taking a client’s radial pulse, the nurse aide’s fingertips should be placed on the client’s wrist, specifically on the thumb side. This is where the radial artery runs close to the surface, allowing for easy palpation to count the heart rate and assess its rhythm and strength.

Question 3

For safety, when leaving a client alone in a room, the nurse aide SHOULD

Accepted Answer

place signaling device within client’s reach.

Answer

For safety, when leaving a client alone in a room, the nurse aide must always place the signaling device (call light) within the client’s immediate reach. This ensures the client can easily call for assistance if they need anything or if an emergency arises, promoting their independence and preventing potential falls or distress.

Question 4

Physical restraints are used MOST often

Accepted Answer

to prevent client injury.

Answer

Physical restraints are used most often as a last resort to prevent a client from causing injury to themselves or others. This includes preventing falls, pulling out essential medical devices, or harming staff or other residents. Their application requires a doctor's order and strict adherence to safety protocols to protect the client's well-being.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT considered to be a way to restrain a client?

Accepted Answer

Pain management

Answer

A restraint may be either physical or chemical. Its purpose is to protect the client from harming himself or others. Only a physician may order a restraint, and guidelines are strict. A pain medication may help calm a client or relieve behavior associated with severe pain, but it is not in the restraint category.

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CNA Basic Nursing Skills 9