GNA - Geriatric Nursing Assistant Activities of Daily Living Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is considered a basic Activity of Daily Living (ADL)?

Accepted Answer

Dressing oneself

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Managing personal finances

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Shopping for groceries

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Preparing a meal

Question 2

A resident has weakness on their left side from a stroke. When assisting the resident to put on a button-up shirt, the GNA should first put the shirt on:

Accepted Answer

the left arm, then the right arm.

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the right arm, then the left arm.

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both arms at the same time.

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whichever arm the resident prefers.

Question 3

Mr. Jones is a resident who can feed himself but has difficulty getting out of his bed and moving to a chair. Which ADL does he need assistance with?

Accepted Answer

Transferring

Answer

Eating

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Dressing

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Continence

Question 4

When a GNA promotes a resident's independence in performing ADLs, what is the primary goal?

Accepted Answer

To enhance the resident's self-esteem and functional ability.

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To make the GNA's job easier and faster.

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To ensure the resident can be discharged quickly.

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To fulfill the facility's documentation requirements.

Question 5

A GNA is assigned to assist a resident with bathing. Which action best ensures the resident's dignity and safety during this ADL?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring the resident is properly covered and the water temperature is safe.

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Leaving the door open to call for help if needed.

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Rushing through the bath to minimize exposure.

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Letting the resident bathe completely alone, regardless of their fall risk.

Question 6

All of the following are examples of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Toileting.

Answer

Using a telephone.

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Managing medications.

Answer

Housekeeping.