CNA Personal Care Skills 1 2

Question 1

When providing perineal care to a female resident, the CNA should clean:

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From front to back (from the urethra toward the anus) to prevent infection

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From back to front to prevent contamination

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In a circular motion starting at the anal area

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Using the same cloth for the entire perineal area

Question 2

When helping a resident with oral care who cannot rinse and spit independently, the CNA should position the resident:

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In a semi-Fowler's or side-lying position to prevent aspiration

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Flat on their back to minimize movement

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In a standing position at the sink

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In high Fowler's with head tilted back

Question 3

A resident's fingernails need cleaning. Which condition would require the CNA to refer the task to a nurse rather than proceeding?

Accepted Answer

A resident with diabetes who has thickened or ingrown toenails requiring trimming

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Nails that are slightly dirty from working in the garden

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Nails that are slightly long and smooth

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A resident who has soft, normal-appearing nails

Question 4

When providing a complete bed bath, in what order should the CNA wash the body parts?

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Face first, then trunk and extremities, and perineum last

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Perineum first, then face, trunk, and extremities

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Feet first to prevent cross-contamination of other body areas

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The order does not matter as long as all areas are cleaned

Question 5

While assisting a resident with hair care, the CNA notices several small white specks attached to hair shafts near the scalp. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Stop, report to the nurse that the resident may have head lice (pediculosis capitis)

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Comb the specks out and document normal hair care was provided

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Provide a regular shampoo and see if the specks wash out

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Tell the resident to contact their family about the issue

Question 6

Which of the following is the correct water temperature for a resident's bath or shower?

Accepted Answer

Between 105°F and 110°F (40.5°C–43.3°C), verified with a thermometer or wrist test

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As hot as the resident prefers, since they know their own comfort

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Room temperature to prevent burning the skin

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Just above body temperature, verified by asking the resident