CNA Safety and Emergency Procedures 1 2

Question 1

When performing the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) on a conscious adult who is choking, the CNA should position their hands:

Accepted Answer

With one hand in a fist placed just above the navel and below the sternum, covered by the other hand

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With both hands over the center of the breastbone

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With both hands around the throat to clear the airway

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With hands on the lower abdomen, below the navel

Question 2

The PASS technique is used when operating a fire extinguisher. What does PASS stand for?

Accepted Answer

Pull pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, Sweep side to side

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Prepare, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

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Push, Activate, Stop, Spray

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Point, Assess, Set, Smother

Question 3

Which of the following is the correct procedure when a resident falls?

Accepted Answer

Stay with the resident, call for help, do not move the resident, and assess for injury before the nurse arrives

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Immediately lift the resident off the floor to prevent embarrassment

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Complete an incident report before providing any care

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Tell the resident to get up slowly and offer reassurance

Question 4

What type of fire extinguisher should be used on an electrical fire?

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Class C extinguisher, which is designed for electrical fires

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Class A (water) extinguisher

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Class B extinguisher designed for flammable liquids

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Any class of extinguisher is equally safe for electrical fires

Question 5

What does the acronym 'SDS' (Safety Data Sheet) refer to, and why is it important?

Accepted Answer

A document that provides information about chemical hazards, safe handling, storage, first aid, and emergency procedures for chemical products

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A form documenting a resident's social history and discharge summary

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A schedule of daily safety checks for equipment

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A summary of a resident's daily functional status

Question 6

A resident is found unresponsive and not breathing normally. After calling for help, the CNA's next action in a facility with no AED immediately available should be:

Accepted Answer

Begin CPR immediately, starting with chest compressions at a rate of 100-120 per minute

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Wait for the emergency medical team to arrive before doing anything

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Position the resident in the recovery position and monitor their breathing

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Check the resident's vital signs before beginning any intervention