CNA Basic Nursing Skills 2 5

Question 1

When using a mechanical lift (Hoyer lift) to transfer a resident, which action by the CNA is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

Leaving the resident suspended in the sling while answering a call light in another room

Answer

A resident must never be left unattended while suspended in a mechanical lift because falls and injury can occur within seconds.

Question 2

A resident on contact precautions for MRSA is being cared for. Which PPE must the CNA wear when providing direct care?

Accepted Answer

Gown and gloves only

Answer

Contact precautions require a gown and gloves when entering the room or providing direct care to prevent transmission of MRSA.

Question 3

The primary reason the CNA should perform hand hygiene AFTER removing gloves is:

Accepted Answer

Gloves may have microscopic holes and hands can become contaminated during glove removal

Answer

Gloves are not a substitute for hand hygiene because micro-perforations and contamination during removal can transfer pathogens to the hands.

Question 4

A resident with a nasogastric (NG) tube in place begins to vomit. The CNA should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Turn the resident onto their side and call for the nurse immediately

Answer

Positioning the resident on their side prevents aspiration of vomit while the CNA calls for the nurse without leaving the room.

Question 5

When measuring and recording a resident's blood pressure, the CNA gets a reading of 168/96 mmHg on the first attempt. The BEST next step is to:

Accepted Answer

Wait two to three minutes, retake the reading, and report both results to the nurse

Answer

Allowing two to three minutes for venous refilling and retaking the measurement confirms accuracy before reporting an elevated reading to the nurse.

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