CNA Basic Nursing Skills 21 4

Question 1

A resident with dysphagia is most at risk for which complication?

Accepted Answer

Aspiration pneumonia

Answer

Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) increases the risk of aspirating food or liquid into the lungs, which can cause aspiration pneumonia.

Question 2

When ambulating a resident with a cane, the cane should be held on the:

Accepted Answer

Opposite side from the weak leg

Answer

Holding the cane on the stronger side allows weight to be transferred through the cane when the weaker leg steps forward, providing proper support.

Question 3

A resident develops a reddened area over the coccyx that does not blanch when pressed. This indicates:

Accepted Answer

A Stage I pressure injury

Answer

Non-blanchable redness over a bony prominence is the hallmark of a Stage I pressure injury, indicating deep tissue damage has begun.

Question 4

Which action by the CNA demonstrates correct hand hygiene technique?

Accepted Answer

Scrubbing all surfaces of hands and wrists for at least 20 seconds

Answer

Effective handwashing requires scrubbing all surfaces including between fingers and wrists for a minimum of 20 seconds with soap and water.

Question 5

When feeding a resident who is at risk for aspiration, the CNA should position the head of the bed at:

Accepted Answer

45 to 90 degrees

Answer

Elevating the head of the bed to 45–90 degrees (high Fowler's or seated) uses gravity to direct food toward the stomach and away from the airway.

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