CNA The Nurse Aide's Role and Responsibilities

Question 1

Which best describes the nurse aide's primary function in a healthcare facility?

Accepted Answer

To provide direct hands-on care and observe and report resident status to the nurse

Answer

The nurse aide's primary function is to provide direct, hands-on care to residents, assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting, while observing and reporting changes in condition to the licensed nurse.

Question 2

A licensed nurse delegates a task to a CNA. Who is ultimately responsible for the outcome of that task?

Accepted Answer

Both the nurse (for appropriate delegation) and the CNA (for correct performance) share responsibility

Answer

While the nurse is responsible for the overall delegation decision and cannot delegate tasks that require nursing judgment, the CNA is accountable for correctly performing the delegated task within their training and competency. Both share responsibility—the nurse for delegating appropriately and the CNA for performing competently.

Question 3

What is the nurse aide's legal obligation when witnessing abuse?

Accepted Answer

Report it immediately to the charge nurse or supervisor and document the facts

Answer

CNAs are mandatory reporters. When abuse is witnessed or suspected, they are legally required to report it immediately to the charge nurse and/or supervisor. Failure to report constitutes neglect and can result in loss of certification and criminal liability.

Question 4

Which of the following demonstrates the nurse aide maintaining professional boundaries?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining a professional and caring relationship without personal entanglement or accepting significant gifts

Answer

Professional boundaries protect both the resident and the CNA. A nurse aide maintains professional boundaries by not forming personal romantic relationships with residents, not accepting significant gifts, keeping personal information confidential, and maintaining a caring but professional demeanor.

Question 5

A CNA notices a resident's skin appears red and broken over their tailbone. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Report the finding to the nurse immediately and document it accurately

Answer

Skin breakdown over bony prominences such as the tailbone is a potential pressure injury. The CNA must report this observation to the nurse immediately and document it accurately. Early identification and reporting allows for prompt intervention to prevent a more serious pressure ulcer.

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CNA The Nurse Aide's Role and Responsibilities