CNA Work Environment 2

Question 1

A CNA notices a wet floor near the nurses' station. What is the correct immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Place a wet floor warning sign and report to the appropriate staff for cleanup immediately

Answer

A wet floor is an immediate fall hazard for patients, visitors, and staff. The CNA must place a warning sign to alert others and report for immediate cleanup.

Question 2

What does the term 'ergonomics' mean in a CNA's work environment?

Accepted Answer

Designing work tasks and equipment to fit the worker's body and reduce injury risk

Answer

Ergonomics involves adapting tools, tasks, and environments to reduce strain on the worker's body, preventing musculoskeletal injuries.

Question 3

A CNA is exposed to blood during a procedure when a patient moves unexpectedly. What is the first step after the exposure?

Accepted Answer

Immediately wash the exposed area with soap and water for several minutes

Answer

Immediate washing with soap and water for at least several minutes is the first step to reduce pathogen load after a blood exposure.

Question 4

Which action demonstrates proper use of body mechanics when making an occupied bed?

Accepted Answer

Raising the bed to a comfortable working height, bending knees instead of the back

Answer

Raising the bed reduces the need to bend, protecting the CNA's spine. Bending knees while keeping the back straight is the core of proper body mechanics.

Question 5

A CNA is being verbally harassed by a patient's family member. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Calmly disengage from the interaction, report the incident to the charge nurse, and complete an incident report if indicated

Answer

CNAs should disengage from escalating situations, report to the charge nurse, and document the incident per facility policy.

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CNA Work Environment 2