CNA - Certified Nurse Aide Assisting with Daily Living Questions and Answers

Question 1

When assisting a resident who has a weak right arm to get dressed, the CNA should first put the shirt sleeve on the:

Accepted Answer

Right arm, then the left arm.

Answer

The correct procedure is to dress the weaker or affected side first. This minimizes movement and strain on the weak arm. Undressing follows the opposite rule: undress the strong side first.

Question 2

A CNA is assigned to provide oral care to an unconscious resident. Which of the following actions is most important to prevent aspiration?

Accepted Answer

Positioning the resident on their side with their head turned to the side.

Answer

Positioning an unconscious resident on their side allows excess fluids to drain from the mouth, preventing them from entering the airway and lungs (aspiration). Using large amounts of water or placing the resident flat on their back increases the risk of aspiration.

Question 3

When providing perineal care for a female resident, the CNA should always clean from:

Accepted Answer

Front to back, away from the urethra.

Answer

Cleaning the perineal area from front to back (from the urethra towards the anus) is a critical infection control measure. This technique helps prevent the transfer of bacteria from the rectal area to the urethra, which can cause urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Question 4

A resident is visually impaired. What is the BEST technique for a CNA to use when assisting this resident with a meal?

Accepted Answer

Use the face of a clock to explain the position of food on the plate.

Answer

Using the clock face method (e.g., "The potatoes are at 3 o'clock, and the chicken is at 9 o'clock") allows a visually impaired resident to understand their plate's layout, promoting independence and dignity during meals.

Question 5

While assisting a resident with ambulation using a gait belt, the resident begins to fall. The CNA's immediate action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Gently lower the resident to the floor, protecting their head.

Answer

If a resident begins to fall, the CNA should not try to stop the fall, which could cause injury to both the resident and the aide. The correct procedure is to use the gait belt and your body to slide the resident gently to the floor, protecting their head from impact.

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CNA - Certified Nurse Aide Assisting with Daily Living Questions and Answers