CNA Basic Nursing Skills 3 4

Question 1

A resident's urinary output for the shift was 180 mL. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Record it and report it to the nurse as it may be below normal

Answer

Normal urine output is approximately 30 mL/hr; 180 mL over 8 hours is borderline and should be reported to the nurse.

Question 2

When applying a warm compress to a resident's arm, the CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Check the skin every 5 minutes for redness or blistering

Answer

Frequent skin checks prevent burns because elderly skin is fragile and less sensitive to heat.

Question 3

A resident with a nasogastric (NG) tube asks the CNA for a glass of water. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Explain that they cannot give fluids by mouth and notify the nurse

Answer

Residents with NG tubes are typically NPO or have strict dietary restrictions; the nurse must clarify what is permitted.

Question 4

The correct technique for performing passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercises is to:

Accepted Answer

Move each joint slowly and smoothly to the point of resistance, not pain

Answer

Passive ROM should be performed gently to the point of resistance to prevent injury and maintain joint mobility.

Question 5

A resident has an order for elastic compression stockings. When should the CNA apply them?

Accepted Answer

Before the resident gets out of bed in the morning

Answer

Compression stockings are most effective when applied before the legs are dependent and swelling begins.

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