CNA Scope of Practice 3

Question 1

A resident asks the CNA to explain what their new medication is for. What is the appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Tell the resident to ask their nurse or doctor

Answer

Explaining medications is outside the CNA's scope; the nurse or physician must answer medication questions.

Question 2

Which of the following tasks is within a CNA's scope of practice?

Accepted Answer

Assisting a resident to ambulate with a walker

Answer

Assisting with ambulation is a standard CNA duty, while catheter insertion, sterile dressings, and oxygen adjustments require licensed staff.

Question 3

A CNA notices a resident has a new skin tear. What should the CNA do first?

Accepted Answer

Document and report to the nurse immediately

Answer

CNAs must report new injuries or skin changes to the nurse promptly; wound care decisions are made by licensed staff.

Question 4

A family member requests that the CNA share the resident's medical diagnosis. How should the CNA respond?

Accepted Answer

Refer the family member to the nurse or charge nurse

Answer

Disclosing diagnoses is outside the CNA's scope; the nurse manages communication of medical information.

Question 5

During a shift, a resident's IV site appears red and swollen. What is the CNA's role?

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse immediately about the observation

Answer

CNAs do not manage IV lines; observing and promptly notifying the nurse is the correct action.

CNA Practice Test