CNA CNA Patient Care & Basic Nursing Skills 4

Question 1

A patient reports feeling dizzy when standing up from a lying position. This is most likely caused by:

Accepted Answer

Orthostatic hypotension

Answer

Orthostatic hypotension is a drop in blood pressure upon standing, causing dizziness.

Question 2

When measuring urinary output, the CNA should document the amount in:

Accepted Answer

Milliliters (mL)

Answer

Urinary output is recorded in milliliters to ensure accurate fluid balance documentation.

Question 3

A patient's wound dressing is saturated with blood. The CNA should first:

Accepted Answer

Apply pressure over the dressing and call the nurse

Answer

Applying pressure controls bleeding and the nurse must be notified immediately for clinical assessment.

Question 4

Which positioning technique helps prevent aspiration during feeding?

Accepted Answer

Elevate the head of the bed to at least 30–45 degrees

Answer

Elevating the head of bed during and after feeding uses gravity to keep food from entering the airway.

Question 5

A resident with dementia becomes agitated during a bath. The BEST response by the CNA is to:

Accepted Answer

Speak calmly, offer simple choices, and pause if needed

Answer

Calm communication and offering small choices can reduce agitation and maintain dignity in dementia care.

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