Promoting Resident Independence and Choice Flashcards

A resident with mild cognitive impairment wants to choose her own clothing each morning. What is the CNA's best approach?

Answer: Offer two outfit options and let her decide

Offering limited choices respects autonomy while supporting residents with cognitive limitations.

Which action by a CNA best supports a resident's right to participate in their own care planning?

Answer: Inviting the resident to attend and speak at their care conference

Residents have the right to attend and actively participate in their own care planning meetings.

A resident refuses to take a bath on the scheduled day. The CNA should:

Answer: Document the refusal and offer the bath at another time

Residents have the right to refuse care; the CNA should document and offer alternatives.

What does 'promoting resident independence' primarily mean in long-term care?

Answer: Encouraging residents to perform tasks they are capable of doing themselves

Independence is promoted by encouraging residents to do what they can, with assistance only as needed.

A resident who is able to feed himself slowly wants to eat independently. The CNA should:

Answer: Allow him to eat at his own pace and offer help only if needed

Supporting self-feeding, even if slow, maintains the resident's dignity and independence.

Which of the following best describes 'person-centered care' in the CNA role?

Answer: Tailoring care to each resident's individual preferences and needs

Person-centered care individualizes approaches based on each resident's unique preferences, history, and needs.

A resident asks to stay up later than the facility's usual bedtime. The CNA should:

Answer: Honor the request if it does not endanger the resident or others

Residents have the right to set their own schedules when doing so is safe and feasible.