CNA Roles and Responsibilities 2

Question 1

A CNA is asked by a family member to explain the results of the patient's latest lab work. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Politely explain that interpreting lab results is outside their scope and direct the family to the nurse

Answer

Interpreting diagnostic results is outside the CNA's scope of practice. The CNA should acknowledge the request and direct the family to the licensed nurse.

Question 2

Which of the following is a PRIMARY responsibility of a CNA?

Accepted Answer

Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs)

Answer

Assisting patients with ADLs — bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility, and hygiene — is the central daily role of the CNA.

Question 3

What is the appropriate action when a CNA observes a significant change in a patient's condition?

Accepted Answer

Document it in the chart and report immediately to the charge nurse

Answer

Significant changes in patient condition require immediate reporting to the charge nurse and timely documentation.

Question 4

A CNA is asked to perform a task they have not been trained to do. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

Refuse and report to the charge nurse that they are not trained for the task

Answer

Performing tasks without proper training violates the standard of care and can endanger the patient. The CNA must refuse and notify the charge nurse.

Question 5

How should a CNA respond when a patient refuses care?

Accepted Answer

Respect the refusal, document it, and report to the nurse

Answer

Patients have the right to refuse care. The CNA must respect this right, document the refusal, and inform the supervising nurse.

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CNA Roles and Responsibilities 2