CNA Roles and Responsibilities 2

Question 1

A resident's family member, who is very anxious, asks the CNA for their opinion on the resident's long-term prognosis. What is the CNA's most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

"I understand you're concerned. The nurse is the best person to answer your questions. Let me get them for you."

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"I'm not legally allowed to discuss the doctor's diagnosis, but I can tell you what I've observed."

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"From what I've seen, things are looking positive, but you should really ask the doctor for specifics."

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"It's against facility policy for me to offer any medical opinions about residents."

Question 2

A CNA is asked by a physical therapist to perform a complex, two-person pivot transfer on a resident. The CNA has never been trained in this specific technique. What is the CNA's best course of action?

Accepted Answer

Inform the therapist they are not trained in that technique and request guidance or assistance from a qualified staff member.

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Attempt the transfer carefully, using their best judgment to avoid injury.

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Ask another CNA who is more experienced to perform the transfer instead.

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Refuse the task, stating it is outside the scope of practice for all CNAs.

Question 3

Which of the following documents most directly and legally defines a CNA's specific duties and limitations within their state?

Accepted Answer

The state's Nurse Practice Act

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The facility's policy and procedure manual

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The resident's individual care plan

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The job description provided upon hiring

Question 4

A CNA is providing post-mortem care. Which of the following actions is a key responsibility during this process?

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Gently washing the body and positioning it in a dignified manner.

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Notifying the family of the resident's passing.

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Completing the official death certificate documentation.

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Deciding whether an autopsy is required.

Question 5

A CNA enters the room of a resident with a valid Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order and finds them unresponsive, without a pulse, and not breathing. What is the CNA's immediate priority?

Accepted Answer

Immediately call the nurse and stay with the resident.

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Leave the room to find the family and offer comfort.

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Begin chest compressions immediately according to CPR protocol.

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Close the door to provide privacy for the resident.

Question 6

While on rounds, a CNA notices a resident who is typically alert and talkative is now drowsy, confused, and slurring their words. The resident's condition seems to be rapidly declining. Which action should the CNA take FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Activate the facility's emergency response system or call for immediate nursing help.

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Take the resident's vital signs and document them.

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Try to give the resident some water to see if they are dehydrated.

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Reposition the resident comfortably in bed and continue with rounds.