GNA GNA - Geriatric Nursing Assistant Nutrition and Hydration 2

Question 1

Which of the following is a sign of poor nutritional status the GNA should report?

Accepted Answer

Unintentional weight loss over several weeks

Answer

Unintentional weight loss is a key indicator of malnutrition and must be reported to the nurse for further evaluation.

Question 2

A resident with diabetes has not eaten their meal. The GNA should:

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse right away

Answer

Diabetic residents who skip meals are at risk for hypoglycemia, so the nurse must be notified immediately.

Question 3

When assisting a resident with feeding, the GNA should offer small bites and:

Accepted Answer

Allow time for the resident to chew and swallow between bites

Answer

Allowing adequate time between bites reduces the risk of choking and aspiration while promoting dignity during meals.

Question 4

Which food texture is appropriate for a resident on a minced-and-moist diet?

Accepted Answer

Ground turkey in gravy

Answer

Minced-and-moist diets require foods that are finely cut and moistened, such as ground meat in gravy, to ease safe swallowing.

Question 5

A resident's care plan lists an 'I&O' (intake and output) order. The GNA should:

Accepted Answer

Measure and record all fluids consumed and all urine produced

Answer

An I&O order requires precise measurement and documentation of all fluids the resident consumes and all urine or other output produced.

GNA - Geriatric Nursing Assistant Practice Test