Safety And Emergency Procedures 4 Flashcards
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A resident is found on the floor and is unresponsive. What is the FIRST action the CNA should take?
Answer: Call for help and check for responsiveness and breathing
The CNA must first call for help and assess responsiveness and breathing before initiating CPR or other interventions.
Which of the following is the correct ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in adult CPR performed by two rescuers?
Answer: 30:2
The American Heart Association recommends a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR regardless of the number of rescuers.
A fire is discovered in a resident's room. Using RACE, what does the letter 'C' stand for?
Answer: Contain the fire by closing doors
In the RACE acronym, 'C' stands for Contain, meaning close all doors and windows to slow the spread of fire and smoke.
A CNA notices a resident's oxygen tank is leaking. What should the CNA do FIRST?
Answer: Remove the tank from the resident's room and report immediately
A leaking oxygen tank is a fire hazard; the CNA should remove it from the area and report to the nurse immediately.
When using a fire extinguisher, the CNA should follow the PASS technique. What does 'S' stand for?
Answer: Sweep side to side at the base of the fire
In the PASS technique, 'S' stands for Sweep — move the extinguisher from side to side, aiming at the base of the fire.
A resident with dementia is attempting to leave the facility through an emergency exit. Which action is MOST appropriate?
Answer: Calmly redirect the resident and notify the charge nurse
Calm redirection protects the resident's safety while respecting their dignity; the charge nurse must be notified immediately.
During a tornado warning, a CNA should move residents to which type of location?
Answer: An interior hallway or room away from windows
Interior hallways and rooms without windows provide the most protection from tornado debris and wind forces.