CNA Bathing and Dressing 4

Question 1

When bathing a resident with a stage 2 pressure ulcer on the sacrum, what should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Cover it with a washcloth and bathe around it gently

Answer

The CNA should gently bathe around the wound without applying pressure and report any changes to the nurse.

Question 2

A resident refuses a bath. What is the BEST first action for the CNA?

Accepted Answer

Ask the resident if they would prefer a different time or method

Answer

Respecting patient autonomy means offering alternatives before documenting a refusal.

Question 3

When assisting a resident with dressing, which garment should be put on FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Underwear

Answer

Underwear is the innermost garment and should always be applied before outer clothing.

Question 4

During perineal care for a female resident, in which direction should the CNA wipe?

Accepted Answer

Front to back to prevent urinary tract infections

Answer

Wiping front to back prevents bacteria from the rectal area from entering the urethra.

Question 5

A resident has left-sided weakness from a stroke. When dressing them, the CNA should dress which side FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Left (weak) side first to minimize joint stress

Answer

The weak or affected side is dressed first because it has less range of motion and dressing it first is easiest.

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