CNA Legal & Ethical Behaviours 4 4

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a resident's legal right under the Residents' Bill of Rights?

Accepted Answer

The right to be free from abuse and neglect

Answer

Freedom from abuse and neglect is a fundamental legal right protected under the Residents' Bill of Rights in all long-term care facilities.

Question 2

A resident tells a CNA they want to update their advance directive. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Inform the nurse so the appropriate steps can be taken

Answer

The CNA should notify the nurse, who can then connect the resident with the appropriate resources such as social services or legal counsel.

Question 3

What is the legal term for making a false spoken statement that damages someone's reputation?

Accepted Answer

Slander

Answer

Slander refers to false spoken statements that harm a person's reputation, while libel involves written false statements.

Question 4

A CNA finds a resident's wallet and keeps money from it, intending to return it later. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Financial exploitation or theft

Answer

Taking money from a resident's belongings, even temporarily, constitutes financial exploitation and is illegal and unethical.

Question 5

Which behavior by a CNA demonstrates respect for a resident's autonomy?

Accepted Answer

Allowing the resident to choose their own clothing each day

Answer

Allowing residents to make daily choices like clothing selection respects their autonomy and dignity as individuals.

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