CNA Basic Nursing Skills 18 4

Question 1

A resident tells the CNA they feel dizzy when standing up. This is most likely:

Accepted Answer

Orthostatic hypotension

Answer

Orthostatic (postural) hypotension causes dizziness upon standing due to a sudden drop in blood pressure.

Question 2

The CNA notices a resident's IV site is swollen and cool to the touch. This most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

Infiltration of the IV

Answer

Swelling and coolness at an IV site indicate infiltration, meaning fluid is leaking into surrounding tissue.

Question 3

Which resident position is most appropriate for a resident experiencing difficulty breathing (dyspnea)?

Accepted Answer

High Fowler's (60–90 degrees)

Answer

High Fowler's position maximizes lung expansion and eases breathing by using gravity to lower the diaphragm.

Question 4

A CNA is helping a resident ambulate when the resident suddenly begins to fall. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Guide the resident to the floor in a controlled manner

Answer

Guiding the resident safely to the floor prevents injury to both the resident and the CNA.

Question 5

When caring for a resident in contact precautions, the CNA should don PPE in which order?

Accepted Answer

Gown, then gloves

Answer

For contact precautions, the gown is donned first to protect clothing, then gloves are applied over the gown cuffs.

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