Assisting with Daily Living Flashcards
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When assisting a resident with eating, the CNA should position the resident:
Answer: Upright at 90 degrees (or as close as possible)
An upright position of 90 degrees (or as close as tolerated) promotes safe swallowing and reduces aspiration risk during meals.
A resident on thickened liquids is given a thin drink by a family member. The CNA should:
Answer: Politely intervene, educate the family, and inform the nurse
Thickened liquids are prescribed to prevent aspiration; the CNA must intervene safely, educate the family, and notify the nurse.
When measuring a resident's food and fluid intake, the CNA should document:
Answer: Estimated percentages of foods eaten and exact fluid amounts in mL or cc
Accurate intake documentation includes percentage of food consumed and fluid volumes in mL/cc to monitor nutrition and hydration.
A resident tells the CNA they are cold during a bed bath. The best response is to:
Answer: Cover unexposed body parts with a bath blanket and adjust room temperature
Using a bath blanket to cover the resident and adjusting room temperature maintains warmth, dignity, and comfort during bathing.
A resident's care plan indicates they are on a 1,500 mL fluid restriction. By 6 PM the resident has consumed 1,350 mL. The CNA should:
Answer: Notify the nurse so remaining fluids can be managed appropriately for the evening
The nurse must be informed so fluid allocation for the remainder of the day is managed safely and the care team can adjust as needed.
When assisting a resident with shampooing hair in bed, which piece of equipment is used to keep the bed dry?
Answer: A plastic-lined trough or inflatable shampoo basin
A plastic-lined trough or inflatable shampoo basin channels water away from the bed, keeping the resident and linens dry during a bed shampoo.
A resident with dementia resists ADL care and becomes agitated. The most therapeutic CNA approach is to:
Answer: Use calm, simple one-step instructions and offer reassurance
Calm demeanor, simple one-step directions, and verbal reassurance reduce agitation and build trust with residents who have dementia.