CNA CNA Patient Care & Basic Nursing Skills

Question 1

What is the correct order for performing hand hygiene as a CNA before and after patient care?

Accepted Answer

Wet, soap, scrub 20 seconds, rinse, dry

Answer

Proper hand hygiene requires wetting hands first, applying soap, scrubbing for at least 20 seconds, rinsing, then drying with a clean towel.

Question 2

When measuring a patient's blood pressure, where should the cuff be placed?

Accepted Answer

About 1 inch above the elbow crease

Answer

The blood pressure cuff should be placed approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the antecubital fossa (elbow crease) for an accurate reading.

Question 3

A CNA is preparing to take an oral temperature. Which temperature range is considered normal for an adult?

Accepted Answer

97.6°F – 99.6°F

Answer

Normal adult oral temperature ranges from 97.6°F to 99.6°F (36.4°C to 37.6°C), with 98.6°F being the commonly cited average.

Question 4

Which pulse site is most commonly used by CNAs during routine vital sign measurement?

Accepted Answer

Radial pulse

Answer

The radial pulse, located at the wrist on the thumb side, is the most commonly used site for routine pulse measurement by CNAs.

Question 5

When positioning a patient in Fowler's position, the head of the bed should be elevated to what angle?

Accepted Answer

45–60 degrees

Answer

Fowler's position requires the head of the bed to be elevated 45–60 degrees, which aids breathing and eating and is used for many medical procedures.

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