CNA Assisting with Daily Living 3

Question 1

When assisting a resident with oral care who is unconscious, the CNA should position the resident:

Accepted Answer

On their side (lateral) with head turned to the side

Answer

Positioning an unconscious resident on their side prevents aspiration of fluids during oral care.

Question 2

A resident's hair is tangled and matted. The best approach for the CNA when combing is to:

Accepted Answer

Start at the ends and work toward the scalp

Answer

Starting at the ends and working upward minimizes pain and hair breakage when dealing with tangles.

Question 3

During a bed bath, when should the CNA change the bath water?

Accepted Answer

When it becomes cold, soapy, or dirty

Answer

Bath water should be changed when it becomes cold, soapy, or soiled to maintain hygiene and comfort.

Question 4

A resident who normally wears glasses needs assistance with ADLs. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Ensure the resident wears their glasses before starting activities

Answer

Residents should wear assistive devices like glasses during activities to promote independence, dignity, and safety.

Question 5

While giving a back rub, the CNA notices redness over the resident's coccyx that does not blanch. The correct action is to:

Accepted Answer

Stop, cover the area, and immediately report to the nurse

Answer

Non-blanching redness over a bony prominence is a stage 1 pressure injury and must be reported to the nurse immediately.

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