CNA Basic Nursing Skills 17 3

Question 1

A resident has a stage 2 pressure injury on their coccyx. Which position change schedule should the CNA follow?

Accepted Answer

Reposition every 2 hours

Answer

Residents at risk for or with pressure injuries should be repositioned at least every 2 hours to relieve pressure and promote circulation.

Question 2

When performing passive range-of-motion exercises, the CNA should stop if the resident:

Accepted Answer

Experiences pain or resistance during the movement

Answer

Pain or resistance during ROM exercises indicates potential injury risk, and the CNA should stop and report to the nurse.

Question 3

A resident's urine output is 250 mL over 8 hours. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Record the output and report it to the nurse as low

Answer

Normal urine output is approximately 30 mL/hour; 250 mL in 8 hours falls below this threshold and must be reported promptly.

Question 4

Which action by the CNA correctly demonstrates proper body mechanics when lifting a heavy object from the floor?

Accepted Answer

Squat using leg muscles, keeping the back straight

Answer

Squatting with bent knees and a straight back uses the stronger leg muscles and protects the spine from injury.

Question 5

While assisting a resident with oral care, the CNA notices the resident has loose dentures that do not fit properly. The priority action is to:

Accepted Answer

Document the finding and report it to the nurse

Answer

Ill-fitting dentures can cause sores, choking, or aspiration risk and must be documented and reported to the nurse for follow-up.

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