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Question 1

A resident who recently lost her independence due to a stroke expresses anger at the CNA during morning care. The CNA should understand this anger is most likely:

Accepted Answer

A normal grief response to loss of function

Answer

Anger is a normal stage of grief and a common response to sudden loss of independence; the CNA should not take it personally.

Question 2

Which statement by the CNA BEST demonstrates active listening?

Accepted Answer

'It sounds like you're feeling very lonely. Tell me more.'

Answer

Reflecting the resident's emotion and inviting them to share more demonstrates active listening and therapeutic communication.

Question 3

A resident with bipolar disorder is speaking very rapidly, has not slept in two days, and is making grandiose plans. The CNA should recognize these as signs of:

Accepted Answer

A manic episode

Answer

Rapid speech, decreased need for sleep, and grandiosity are hallmark signs of a manic episode in bipolar disorder.

Question 4

A resident refuses to take her prescribed psychiatric medication. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Honor the refusal, document it, and report to the nurse

Answer

Residents have the right to refuse medication; the CNA must document the refusal and notify the nurse so the care team can follow up.

Question 5

When a resident with Alzheimer's disease repeatedly asks for her deceased mother, the best response is:

Accepted Answer

'You must miss your mother. Tell me about her.'

Answer

Acknowledging the feeling of missing her mother and inviting reminiscence is therapeutic and avoids causing distress by correcting the delusion.

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CNA Mental Health And Social Services Needs 4 5