Toileting and Elimination Flashcards
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A resident with a urinary catheter reports feeling like they need to urinate despite the catheter being in place. What should the CNA do first?
Answer: Check that the catheter tubing is not kinked or obstructed
A kinked or obstructed catheter tube can prevent urine flow and cause the sensation of needing to urinate.
When emptying a urinary drainage bag, the CNA should document which of the following?
Answer: The color, clarity, and amount of urine
Documenting color, clarity, and amount provides complete information to detect abnormalities like blood or cloudiness.
A resident is incontinent of stool. After providing perineal care, which action is the highest priority to protect skin integrity?
Answer: Applying a moisture barrier cream or ointment
Moisture barrier creams protect skin from the irritating effects of fecal incontinence and prevent breakdown.
Which observation about a resident's urine should the CNA report to the nurse immediately?
Answer: Urine that is dark amber and strong-smelling
Dark amber, strong-smelling urine can indicate severe dehydration or a urinary tract infection requiring prompt assessment.
A resident using a bedpan complains it is uncomfortable. What can the CNA do to improve comfort?
Answer: Pad the bedpan edges with a small towel and raise the head of the bed slightly
Padding edges and elevating the head of the bed reduces pressure and positions the resident for more effective elimination.
What is the correct position of the urinary drainage bag relative to the bladder at all times?
Answer: Below the level of the bladder
Keeping the drainage bag below bladder level uses gravity to facilitate urine flow and prevent backflow.
A resident reports not having a bowel movement in four days. What is the most appropriate action for the CNA?
Answer: Encourage fluid and fiber intake and report the finding to the nurse
CNAs should encourage fluids and fiber and report constipation concerns to the nurse, who will determine further intervention.