CNA Safety Protocols & Procedures 2

Question 1

A patient is found on the floor but is conscious and breathing. What is the CNA's FIRST action?

Accepted Answer

Call for the nurse immediately

Answer

The CNA must call for the nurse before moving the patient to assess for injuries.

Question 2

Which color-coded bag should be used for soiled linens containing blood?

Accepted Answer

Red biohazard bag

Answer

Red biohazard bags are required for items contaminated with blood or body fluids.

Question 3

When using a gait belt to transfer a patient, where should the belt be placed?

Accepted Answer

Around the waist over clothing

Answer

A gait belt is secured snugly around the patient's waist over their clothing for safe transfers.

Question 4

A resident in a long-term care facility begins choking on food and cannot cough, speak, or breathe. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Perform the Heimlich maneuver immediately

Answer

A complete airway obstruction requires immediate abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver).

Question 5

Which of the following is the correct sequence for donning (putting on) PPE?

Accepted Answer

Gown, mask/respirator, eye protection, gloves

Answer

CDC guidelines specify gown first, then mask/respirator, eye protection, and gloves last.

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