CNA Basic Restorative Services 1 4

Question 1

A resident has a contracture of the right knee. Which action is correct when positioning this resident?

Accepted Answer

Support the knee in its current position using pillows or padding

Answer

Contractures should be supported in their current position to prevent pain and further injury, not forced into extension.

Question 2

How often should a bedbound resident typically be repositioned to prevent pressure injuries?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Standard practice is to reposition bedbound residents at least every 2 hours to relieve pressure and prevent skin breakdown.

Question 3

During ambulation training, a gait belt should be placed:

Accepted Answer

Around the resident's waist over their clothing

Answer

The gait belt is applied snugly around the resident's waist over clothing to provide a safe handhold during ambulation.

Question 4

A resident with dysphagia is receiving restorative feeding assistance. Which observation must be reported immediately?

Accepted Answer

The resident coughs repeatedly during the meal

Answer

Repeated coughing during eating can indicate aspiration and must be reported to the nurse immediately.

Question 5

Which restorative technique helps a resident with memory impairment complete daily grooming tasks?

Accepted Answer

Using hand-over-hand guidance and breaking tasks into simple steps

Answer

Hand-over-hand guidance and task segmentation help residents with cognitive impairment participate in their own care.

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