CNA Basic Nursing Skills 16 3

Question 1

A resident refuses to take their prescribed medication. What is the CNA's first action?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and report to the nurse

Answer

The CNA must document and report medication refusal to the nurse so appropriate follow-up can occur.

Question 2

When providing perineal care to a female resident, the CNA should clean:

Accepted Answer

Front to back to prevent urinary tract infections

Answer

Cleaning front to back (from the urethra toward the rectum) prevents contamination of the urinary tract with fecal bacteria.

Question 3

A resident's IV site appears red, swollen, and the resident complains of pain at the site. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Report findings to the nurse immediately

Answer

Signs of IV infiltration or phlebitis must be reported to the nurse immediately as the IV may need to be discontinued.

Question 4

Which technique is used to prevent contamination when using sterile gloves?

Accepted Answer

Touch only the inside cuff when donning

Answer

When donning sterile gloves, only the inside cuff (folded edge) should be touched to maintain sterility of the outer surface.

Question 5

A resident who is on a calorie-restricted diet asks for extra food. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Explain the diet restriction and offer to speak with the nurse

Answer

The CNA should acknowledge the resident's request, explain the diet restriction, and offer to consult the nurse for appropriate alternatives.

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