CNA Legal & Ethical Behaviours 5

Question 1

A resident tells you they want to refuse their scheduled bath today. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Honor the refusal, document it, and notify the nurse

Answer

Competent residents have the legal right to refuse any care, and CNAs must document and report refusals to the nurse.

Question 2

Which action by a CNA would constitute false imprisonment?

Accepted Answer

Locking the exit door to prevent a resident from leaving

Answer

Locking a door to prevent a resident from leaving without legal authority constitutes false imprisonment.

Question 3

A CNA witnesses a co-worker stealing a resident's money. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Report the incident to the charge nurse or supervisor immediately

Answer

Theft from a resident is a form of abuse that must be reported immediately to the charge nurse or supervisor.

Question 4

What does the legal term 'scope of practice' mean for a CNA?

Accepted Answer

The specific tasks a CNA is legally authorized to perform

Answer

Scope of practice defines the specific tasks and responsibilities a CNA is legally permitted to perform based on training and state law.

Question 5

A family member asks a CNA to share details about another resident's condition. How should the CNA respond?

Accepted Answer

Decline and explain that resident information is confidential

Answer

HIPAA requires CNAs to protect the confidentiality of all residents' information; sharing it with unauthorized individuals violates the law.

CNA Practice Test