CNA Basic Nursing Skills 2 4

Question 1

When performing passive range of motion (PROM) exercises, the CNA should stop and report if the resident:

Accepted Answer

Shows signs of pain, resistance, or unusual sounds in the joint

Answer

Pain, resistance, or crepitus during PROM may indicate injury or inflammation and must be reported to the nurse immediately.

Question 2

A resident is on a fluid restriction of 1,000 mL per day. The CNA notes the resident has consumed 850 mL by 4 PM. The BEST action is to:

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse and document the current intake

Answer

The nurse must be informed so the care team can manage the remaining 150 mL allowance and coordinate with all staff on the shift.

Question 3

When applying a cold pack to a resident's swollen ankle, the CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Apply the cold pack over a cloth barrier and check the skin every 10 minutes

Answer

A cloth barrier prevents frostbite, and frequent skin checks detect adverse reactions such as numbness or discoloration.

Question 4

A resident with dysphagia is eating lunch. Which observation requires the CNA to act IMMEDIATELY?

Accepted Answer

The resident coughs repeatedly and has a wet, gurgly voice while eating

Answer

Repeated coughing and a wet, gurgly voice are signs of aspiration, which is a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention.

Question 5

The correct technique for applying elastic (TED) stockings to a resident is to:

Accepted Answer

Apply them before the resident gets out of bed in the morning

Answer

TED stockings should be applied while the resident is still in bed before edema can accumulate in the lower extremities.

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