General CNA Practice CNA Practice Patient Rights and Ethics 2

Question 1

A patient verbally tells you they do not want to be resuscitated, but no DNR order is on file. What should the CNA do?

Accepted Answer

Report this to the nurse right away

Answer

Only a licensed nurse or physician can act on or document resuscitation wishes; the CNA must report immediately.

Question 2

Which document allows a patient to designate someone else to make healthcare decisions if they become incapacitated?

Accepted Answer

Durable power of attorney for healthcare

Answer

A durable power of attorney for healthcare (healthcare proxy) names a specific person to make decisions on the patient's behalf.

Question 3

A patient's family asks you to withhold a diagnosis from the patient. What is the correct CNA response?

Accepted Answer

Report the family's request to the nurse

Answer

Patients have the right to know their diagnosis; the CNA must report the family's request to the nurse for proper handling.

Question 4

A competent adult patient refuses a blood transfusion due to religious beliefs. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse and respect the patient's decision

Answer

Competent adults have the right to refuse any treatment, including for religious reasons, and this must be respected and reported.

Question 5

What best describes informed consent?

Accepted Answer

The patient agrees after understanding risks, benefits, and alternatives

Answer

Informed consent requires that the patient understand and voluntarily agree to treatment after being fully informed of their options.

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