CNA Feeding and Hydration 5

Question 1

A resident's care plan specifies 'encourage fluids to 1,500 mL/day.' The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Offer small amounts of fluid frequently throughout the shift

Answer

Offering small amounts of fluid frequently throughout the shift is the most effective way to meet a daily fluid goal.

Question 2

While assisting a resident with a meal, the CNA discovers the resident has a known allergy to shellfish and the tray contains shrimp. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Return the entire tray to dietary and notify the nurse

Answer

A tray containing an allergen must be returned and the nurse notified immediately to prevent a potentially life-threatening reaction.

Question 3

Which of the following is the CORRECT sequence when setting up a meal tray for a resident with a visual impairment?

Accepted Answer

Describe the tray layout using a clock format and confirm the resident understands

Answer

Using a clock-face description (e.g., 'soup is at 12 o'clock') helps residents with visual impairments locate food and maintain independence.

Question 4

A resident who was previously eating well suddenly refuses to eat for two consecutive meals and says 'nothing tastes right.' The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Report the change in appetite and the resident's statement to the nurse

Answer

A sudden change in appetite or taste perception can signal a medical issue and must be reported to the nurse for evaluation.

Question 5

When recording a resident's fluid intake, 8 oz of consumed soup counts as:

Accepted Answer

240 mL of fluid intake

Answer

Soups and other liquid foods count as fluid intake; 8 oz equals approximately 240 mL and must be recorded on the intake record.

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