CNA Bathing and Dressing 3

Question 1

During a bed bath, in which direction should the CNA wash a female resident's perineal area?

Accepted Answer

Front to back, from the urethral meatus toward the rectum

Answer

Perineal care in females must always be performed front to back (from the urethral meatus toward the rectum) to prevent fecal bacteria from contaminating the urethra, which could cause a urinary tract infection.

Question 2

When giving a partial bath, which body areas are typically included?

Accepted Answer

Face, hands, axillae (underarms), back, and perineum

Answer

A partial bath focuses on areas most prone to odor and skin breakdown: face, hands, axillae (underarms), back, and perineum. These areas require daily cleansing even when a full bath is not given.

Question 3

When shampooing a bedbound resident's hair, the CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Use a hair wash basin or trough positioned under the head while the resident lies supine

Answer

A shampoo basin or trough is placed under the head of a supine resident to collect water and shampoo, allowing a proper hair wash while the resident remains safely in bed.

Question 4

The correct sequence for putting on a gown for a resident with an IV in one arm is:

Accepted Answer

Thread the IV bag through the sleeve on the affected side first, then guide the arm through

Answer

When a resident has an IV, the gown's sleeve on the IV side is threaded over the IV bag and tubing first, then slid up the arm. This technique maintains IV access without disconnecting the line.

Question 5

While assisting a resident with bathing, the CNA notices a reddened area over the coccyx (tailbone). The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Complete the bath, then immediately report the finding to the nurse

Answer

A reddened area over a bony prominence is a potential Stage 1 pressure injury and must be reported immediately to the nurse. The CNA should not attempt to treat it independently.

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CNA Bathing and Dressing 3