CNA Basic Nursing Skills 9 3

Question 1

A resident has a nasogastric (NG) tube. Before administering a tube feeding, the nurse asks the CNA to check tube placement. What is the CNA's appropriate role?

Accepted Answer

Confirm the tube is taped securely and report any displacement to the nurse

Answer

CNAs do not check NG tube placement; they observe that the tube is secure and intact and report concerns to the nurse.

Question 2

When performing passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercises, the CNA notices the resident grimaces and says 'ouch.' What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Stop the exercise, reposition the joint, and report pain to the nurse

Answer

Pain during ROM indicates potential injury risk; the CNA should stop, avoid forcing the joint, and report to the nurse.

Question 3

A resident on a fluid restriction of 1,000 mL/day asks for extra water. How should the CNA respond?

Accepted Answer

Explain the restriction and offer ice chips if permitted, then document the intake

Answer

The CNA must honor the prescribed fluid restriction, offer alternatives like ice chips if allowed, and accurately document all intake.

Question 4

Which action best prevents contractures in a bedridden resident?

Accepted Answer

Performing regular range-of-motion exercises and proper repositioning

Answer

Regular ROM exercises and repositioning maintain joint flexibility and muscle length, preventing contracture formation.

Question 5

A resident's urine output has been less than 30 mL per hour for the last two hours. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Document the output and immediately report the finding to the nurse

Answer

Urine output below 30 mL/hour is a sign of possible kidney compromise and must be reported promptly to the nurse.

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CNA Basic Nursing Skills 9 3