CNA Proper Hand Hygiene and PPE Usage

Question 1

What is the minimum duration for scrubbing hands during hand hygiene?

Accepted Answer

20 seconds.

Answer

10 seconds.

Answer

15 seconds.

Answer

30 seconds.

Question 2

When should a CNA change gloves during patient care?

Accepted Answer

When moving between tasks or procedures.

Answer

Only at the end of a shift.

Answer

Only if the gloves become visibly dirty.

Answer

When the supervisor instructs to do so.

Question 3

What is the first step when donning personal protective equipment (PPE)?

Accepted Answer

Perform hand hygiene.

Answer

Put on gloves.

Answer

Put on the gown.

Answer

Secure the face mask.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of wearing a face mask in a healthcare setting?

Accepted Answer

To protect against the spread of droplets.

Answer

To reduce noise in the environment.

Answer

To keep the caregiver warm.

Answer

To identify staff roles visually.

Question 5

How should a CNA remove a soiled gown after patient care?

Accepted Answer

Fold it inward and dispose of it.

Answer

Pull it off quickly to save time.

Answer

Shake it to remove debris before discarding.

Answer

Reuse the gown if it looks clean.

Question 6

When should a CNA wear eye protection?

Accepted Answer

During procedures involving splashing of fluids.

Answer

Only when working with respiratory patients.

Answer

When instructed by a supervisor.

Answer

Eye protection is optional.