CNA Roles and Responsibilities

Question 1

What is one of the primary duties of a CNA when assisting patients with daily living activities?

Accepted Answer

Assist with bathing and dressing

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Administer medications

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Perform surgery

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Diagnose medical conditions

Question 2

Which vital sign is a CNA typically responsible for measuring?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure

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Blood sugar

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X-rays

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MRI scans

Question 3

If a CNA notices a patient is having difficulty breathing, what should the CNA do first?

Accepted Answer

Report the issue to a nurse or supervisor immediately

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Administer oxygen

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Ignore the issue and monitor the patient for a few hours

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Diagnose the issue as a respiratory condition

Question 4

How can a CNA help prevent bedsores in a bedridden patient?

Accepted Answer

Turn and reposition the patient regularly

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Feed the patient more frequently

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Administer antibiotics

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Increase the patient’s water intake

Question 5

What should a CNA do if they notice that a patient has not eaten their meal?

Accepted Answer

Report the situation to the nurse or dietitian

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Remove the tray without saying anything

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Feed the patient immediately

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Scold the patient for not eating

Question 6

What is the role of a CNA in documenting patient care?

Accepted Answer

Accurately recording observations and patient status in medical records

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Writing physician orders for the next shift

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Interpreting lab results and updating care plans independently

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Diagnosing changes in patient condition