CNA Basic Nursing Skills 19 5

Question 1

When performing oral care for an unconscious resident, the CNA should position the resident:

Accepted Answer

In a side-lying position with head turned to the side

Answer

Side-lying with head turned to the side allows secretions to drain from the mouth and reduces the risk of aspiration.

Question 2

A resident's blood pressure reading is 88/54 mmHg. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Report the reading to the nurse immediately

Answer

A blood pressure of 88/54 mmHg indicates hypotension, which can signal a dangerous condition requiring prompt nursing assessment.

Question 3

Which action should the CNA take when a resident refuses morning care?

Accepted Answer

Report the refusal to the nurse and document it

Answer

Residents have the right to refuse care; the CNA must report and document refusals so the care team can follow up appropriately.

Question 4

A resident receiving oxygen via nasal cannula has a flow rate ordered at 2 L/min. The CNA notices the humidifier bottle is empty. The best action is to:

Accepted Answer

Refill the humidifier bottle with sterile water and report

Answer

Refilling with sterile water maintains humidification and prevents mucosal dryness; the nurse should be informed of the finding.

Question 5

Which statement best describes the purpose of a Minimum Data Set (MDS) in a nursing facility?

Accepted Answer

It is a comprehensive assessment tool used to develop individualized care plans

Answer

The MDS is a standardized assessment completed by nursing staff that drives individualized care plan development in long-term care settings.

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CNA Basic Nursing Skills 19 5