CNA Basic Nursing Skills 17 4

Question 1

A resident who had a right-sided stroke has left-sided weakness. When assisting with ambulation, the CNA should stand:

Accepted Answer

On the resident's left (weaker) side

Answer

The CNA stands on the weaker side to provide support and prevent falls toward the affected side.

Question 2

When measuring a resident's blood pressure, the CNA should ensure the cuff bladder is positioned:

Accepted Answer

Over the brachial artery on the inner upper arm

Answer

Accurate BP measurement requires the cuff bladder to be centered over the brachial artery on the inner surface of the upper arm.

Question 3

A resident's nasogastric tube feeding bag is empty and the pump alarms. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse immediately so the feeding can be restarted or discontinued

Answer

CNA scope does not include managing tube feedings; an empty bag must be reported to the nurse for appropriate clinical management.

Question 4

Which observation should the CNA report to the nurse immediately when caring for a resident with a urinary catheter?

Accepted Answer

Cloudy, foul-smelling urine with sediment

Answer

Cloudy, malodorous urine with sediment are classic signs of a urinary tract infection and require prompt nurse notification.

Question 5

A resident tells the CNA, 'I feel like I'm going to faint.' The CNA's first action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Help the resident lie down or sit safely and call for the nurse

Answer

Preventing a fall is the immediate priority; the CNA must ensure the resident is safely positioned, then call for the nurse.

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