CNA Personal Care Skills 1 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Cleaning from front to back (urethra to anus) prevents fecal bacteria from entering the urethra, reducing the risk of urinary tract infections.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

A semi-Fowler's or side-lying position allows fluid to drain from the mouth rather than into the airway, preventing aspiration during oral care.

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

Answer

Residents with diabetes have impaired circulation and sensation in the feet, so nail trimming requires a licensed nurse or podiatrist to prevent injury and infection.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Face first, then trunk and extremities, and perineum last

Answer

The standard order for a bed bath progresses from cleanest to least clean areas: face and neck first, then trunk and extremities, and the perineum last.

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)

Answer

White specks firmly attached to hair shafts near the scalp are characteristic of head lice eggs (nits). This should be reported to the nurse immediately to prevent spread to other residents.

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CNA Personal Care Skills 1 2