CNA Preventing Patient Falls and Injuries 2

Question 1

A patient's bed alarm goes off while you are caring for another resident. What is the correct first action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately go to the alarming patient's room

Answer

Bed alarms signal that a patient may be attempting to get up without assistance, creating an immediate fall risk. The CNA must respond immediately.

Question 2

Which environmental factor is MOST commonly associated with patient falls in long-term care facilities?

Accepted Answer

Cluttered pathways near the bed

Answer

Cluttered pathways — including cords, footrests, and personal items — are a leading environmental cause of patient falls.

Question 3

A patient rated as high fall risk needs to use the restroom. What is the safest approach?

Accepted Answer

Provide a bedside commode and assist the patient to it

Answer

A bedside commode minimizes ambulation distance for high-risk patients and keeps the CNA close for hands-on assistance.

Question 4

When should a gait belt be applied before ambulating a fall-risk patient?

Accepted Answer

Every time the patient ambulates, per care plan

Answer

Gait belts should be used every time a fall-risk patient ambulates, as specified in the care plan, to provide a secure grip if the patient loses balance.

Question 5

A patient begins to fall while you are walking beside them. What is the correct technique to minimize injury?

Accepted Answer

Grasp the gait belt firmly and lower the patient gently to the floor

Answer

Using the gait belt to control a controlled descent to the floor protects the patient from the impact of an uncontrolled fall.

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CNA Preventing Patient Falls and Injuries 2