CNA Personal Care Skills 5 4

Question 1

A resident with dysphagia is receiving oral care. The CNA should position the resident:

Accepted Answer

Upright at 90 degrees or as high as possible

Answer

An upright position uses gravity to reduce aspiration risk during oral care for residents with swallowing difficulties.

Question 2

How often should a bedbound resident be repositioned to prevent pressure injuries?

Accepted Answer

At least every 2 hours

Answer

Repositioning at least every 2 hours relieves sustained pressure on bony prominences and prevents skin breakdown.

Question 3

When assisting a resident with a shower, water temperature should be checked using:

Accepted Answer

A thermometer or the inside of the CNA's wrist, ideally 105°F or below

Answer

Water temperature should be tested with a thermometer or inner wrist and kept at or below 105°F to prevent burns.

Question 4

A resident with a left-sided weakness needs help putting on a shirt. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Dress the weak left arm first, then the strong right arm

Answer

The weak side is dressed first so the garment can be eased over without full range of motion.

Question 5

The purpose of a restorative nursing approach to personal care is to:

Accepted Answer

Encourage residents to perform as much self-care as possible

Answer

Restorative care promotes independence and maintains function by encouraging residents to participate in their own care.

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