CNA Basic Nursing Skills 6 4

Question 1

A resident refuses to eat breakfast. The CNA's best response is to:

Accepted Answer

Document refusal and report to the nurse

Answer

Residents have the right to refuse care; the CNA must document the refusal and notify the nurse so care can be adjusted.

Question 2

When measuring blood pressure, the cuff should be placed:

Accepted Answer

2 to 3 cm above the antecubital space

Answer

The cuff bottom edge is placed 2–3 cm (about 1 inch) above the antecubital fossa to allow proper stethoscope placement.

Question 3

A resident's call light is not working. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Report it to maintenance and check on the resident frequently

Answer

A broken call light is a safety hazard; it must be reported immediately and the CNA should check on the resident often until repaired.

Question 4

Which observation should the CNA report to the nurse when caring for a resident with a cast?

Accepted Answer

The resident's fingers below the cast are pale and cold

Answer

Pale, cold fingers indicate impaired circulation below the cast and must be reported immediately as a sign of neurovascular compromise.

Question 5

To prevent contractures in a bedridden resident, the CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Perform range-of-motion exercises as directed and reposition regularly

Answer

Regular ROM exercises and repositioning maintain joint mobility and prevent the permanent shortening of muscles known as contractures.

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