CNA Safety and Emergency Procedures 1 5 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A resident is in bed when the fire alarm sounds. The room door is warm to the touch. The CNA should:
- Open the door immediately to evacuate
- Leave the door closed and signal for help from the window (Correct answer)
- Move the resident to the hallway
- Use the fire extinguisher on the door
Correct answer: Leave the door closed and signal for help from the window
A warm door indicates fire on the other side; opening it can cause a flashover — stay in the room and signal for rescue.
Question 2: A resident using a walker trips and begins to fall. The CNA should:
- Grab the resident's arm forcefully to stop the fall
- Step away to avoid being pulled down
- Guide the resident to the floor in a controlled manner (Correct answer)
- Shout for help and do nothing until someone arrives
Correct answer: Guide the resident to the floor in a controlled manner
Guiding the resident to the floor prevents injury from an uncontrolled fall while keeping the CNA safe.
Question 3: Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when cleaning up a blood spill?
- Gown only
- Mask only
- Gloves and gown at minimum (Correct answer)
- No PPE is needed for small spills
Correct answer: Gloves and gown at minimum
Standard precautions require gloves and a gown at minimum when handling blood or body fluid spills to prevent exposure.
Question 4: A resident with oxygen in use is found smoking in bed. The CNA's FIRST action is to:
- Remove the cigarette and oxygen source from the room (Correct answer)
- Call the family to report the incident
- Document the behavior and continue rounds
- Educate the resident about the danger and continue working
Correct answer: Remove the cigarette and oxygen source from the room
Smoking near oxygen is an immediate fire and explosion hazard; removing both the ignition source and oxygen is the first safety priority.
Question 5: When is it appropriate for a CNA to apply a physical restraint to a resident?
- Whenever the CNA feels it is needed for safety
- When a licensed nurse orders it and proper protocol is followed (Correct answer)
- Any time the resident is confused or agitated
- When a family member requests it verbally
Correct answer: When a licensed nurse orders it and proper protocol is followed
Physical restraints require a physician's order, nursing assessment, and adherence to facility protocol — CNAs cannot apply them independently.
Question 6: Which action by the CNA helps prevent scalding injuries during resident bathing?
- Use the hottest water to kill bacteria
- Test water temperature on the resident's foot first
- Check water temperature on the CNA's inner wrist before use (Correct answer)
- Allow the resident to control all water temperature settings independently
Correct answer: Check water temperature on the CNA's inner wrist before use
The CNA tests water on their inner wrist to ensure it is safe before the resident enters, as residents may have impaired sensation.
Question 7: A resident reports smelling gas in their room. The CNA should:
- Turn on the overhead light to inspect for the source
- Open windows, avoid electrical switches, and report immediately (Correct answer)
- Reassure the resident that gas smells are common
- Wait to see if the smell goes away on its own
Correct answer: Open windows, avoid electrical switches, and report immediately
Electrical switches can create sparks that ignite gas — the CNA should avoid all switches, ventilate the area, and report the hazard immediately.
CNA Safety and Emergency Procedures 1 5
A resident is in bed when the fire alarm sounds.
The room door is warm to the touch.
The CNA should: