CNA Personal Care Skills 5 3

Question 1

A resident refuses to have their hair combed. What is the CNA's best response?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and respect the resident's choice

Answer

Residents have the right to refuse care, and the CNA must document the refusal and notify the nurse.

Question 2

When trimming fingernails for a diabetic resident, the CNA should:

Accepted Answer

File the nails instead and report to the nurse

Answer

Diabetic residents have increased risk of infection and circulatory issues, so nail trimming requires a nurse or podiatrist.

Question 3

A resident has a hearing aid. When performing morning care, the CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Remove the hearing aid before washing the face and replace it after

Answer

Hearing aids must be removed before any water-related care to prevent damage.

Question 4

The proper technique for applying lotion to a resident's back is:

Accepted Answer

Use long, smooth strokes moving toward the heart

Answer

Long smooth strokes toward the heart promote venous return and are comfortable for the resident.

Question 5

When providing perineal care for a female resident, the CNA should wipe:

Accepted Answer

From front to back using a clean section of cloth for each stroke

Answer

Front-to-back wiping prevents transferring bacteria from the rectal area to the urethra.

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