CNA Supporting Rehabilitation Activities

Question 1

What is the primary goal of rehabilitation for a nursing home resident?

Accepted Answer

To achieve the highest possible level of independence and function

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To return the resident to a hospital setting for more intensive care

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To keep the resident sedated and comfortable

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To prepare the resident for end-of-life care

Question 2

A physical therapist has established a walking program for a resident. What is the CNA's role?

Accepted Answer

Assist with scheduled ambulation using correct technique and report progress to the therapist or nurse

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Modify the walking program based on the resident's preferences

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Refuse to walk the resident since physical therapy is only the PT's job

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Only observe the resident walk and document without providing any assistance

Question 3

Why is it important for a CNA to use a gait belt correctly during ambulation assistance?

Accepted Answer

It gives the CNA a secure grip to guide and support the resident, preventing falls

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It keeps the resident from moving too fast

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It is a decorative item with no safety purpose

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It is used only with residents who have a history of behavioral problems

Question 4

What is the CNA's role when a resident is working with an occupational therapist on ADL retraining?

Accepted Answer

Use the same adaptive techniques and equipment taught by the OT during daily care routines

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Perform ADLs for the resident to give them a rest from therapy

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Use different techniques than the OT to find what works best

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Report to the OT only if the resident is making no progress

Question 5

A resident undergoing rehabilitation begins to cry during exercise, saying it hurts too much. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Stop the exercise, acknowledge the pain, and notify the nurse and therapist

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Encourage the resident to push through the pain since 'no pain, no gain'

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Administer pain medication from the nursing station before continuing

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Distract the resident and continue the exercise

Question 6

Which activity supports restorative care principles during mealtime for a resident who had a stroke?

Accepted Answer

Using adaptive equipment and encouraging self-feeding with the stronger arm

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Feeding the resident completely to ensure full nutrition is consumed

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Providing only liquid meals to prevent choking

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Skipping mealtime rehabilitation since it slows down the meal service