CNA Patient Care Procedure 2

Question 1

A resident with a spinal cord injury at T6 or above suddenly develops a pounding headache, flushed skin, and a rapidly rising blood pressure. What is the CNA's IMMEDIATE priority action?

Accepted Answer

Elevate the head of the bed to 90 degrees (high-Fowler's position).

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Check for a fecal impaction.

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Take the resident's pulse and respirations.

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Offer the resident a drink of water.

Question 2

You are assigned to provide post-mortem care. The family, due to their cultural beliefs, has requested to wash the body themselves. Which of the following is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Allow them access and provide them with the necessary supplies and privacy.

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Politely explain that only facility staff are permitted to handle the body.

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Tell them they can perform their ritual after standard facility post-mortem care is complete.

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Report the request to the charge nurse, as it is an unusual liability.

Question 3

A CNA is caring for a resident receiving internal radiation therapy (brachytherapy) with a temporary implant. Which of the following precautions is MOST critical for the CNA to observe?

Accepted Answer

Limit close contact time with the resident.

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Wear a lead apron whenever entering the resident's room.

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Dispose of all linens in a biohazard bag.

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Encourage the resident to ambulate frequently in the hallway.

Question 4

When providing oral care to an unconscious resident, which action is essential to prevent aspiration?

Accepted Answer

Positioning the resident on their side (lateral position).

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Using a regular toothbrush with a small amount of toothpaste.

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Rinsing the mouth with a full cup of water after cleaning.

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Placing a padded tongue blade to keep the mouth open.

Question 5

A resident is scheduled for surgery in the morning and has a 'NPO after midnight' order. At 6 AM, the resident's spouse gives the resident a glass of water. What is the CNA's first action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately report the situation to the charge nurse.

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Take the glass of water away from the resident.

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Document the event in the resident's chart.

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Explain to the spouse why the resident cannot have water.

Question 6

During post-mortem care, you discover a wedding ring on the deceased resident's finger that the family was not aware of. What is the correct procedure?

Accepted Answer

Notify the charge nurse before removing the ring to be cataloged per facility policy.

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Leave the ring on the resident for the funeral home.

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Remove the ring and place it in the resident's personal belongings bag.

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Ask another CNA to witness you removing the ring and document it.