- Health Care Assistant Basic Nursing and Restorative Skills Questions and Answers Flashcards
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An HCA notices a resident's catheter drainage bag is nearly full and the urine is dark and has a strong odour. What should the HCA do?
Answer: Empty the drainage bag, document the amount and appearance, and report the colour and odour to the nurse immediately
Dark, strong-smelling urine may indicate a urinary tract infection or dehydration; the nurse must be notified for clinical assessment.
Which action is appropriate when providing perineal care to a female resident?
Answer: Clean from front to back (urethra to anus) using a fresh cloth for each stroke
Front-to-back technique prevents transferring rectal bacteria toward the urethral opening, reducing urinary tract infection risk.
What is the purpose of using a draw sheet when repositioning a resident in bed?
Answer: To reduce friction and shear forces on the resident's skin during repositioning
A draw sheet reduces friction and shear — forces that damage skin and cause pressure injuries — during repositioning.
A resident with a nasogastric (NG) tube is in your care. What is the most appropriate HCA action?
Answer: Ensure the tube is secured and not kinked, report any complaints of discomfort, nausea, or dislodgement to the nurse
HCA scope does not include flushing, feeding, or reinserting NG tubes; observation, comfort care, and reporting are appropriate.
How often should a dependent resident's position be changed to prevent pressure injuries?
Answer: At least every two hours, or more frequently per the individualized care plan
Standard evidence-based practice requires repositioning at minimum every two hours; individual care plans may specify more frequent turns.
What should an HCA do immediately if a resident's wound dressing becomes saturated and falls partially off?
Answer: Cover the area loosely with a clean dry dressing if needed, notify the nurse immediately, and document the observation
HCAs do not perform wound care; they protect the area, report to the nurse, and document.