INACE Communication and Documentation 5

Question 1

A resident tells the nurse aide they do not want their daughter to know about their medical condition. The nurse aide should:

Accepted Answer

Honor the resident's request and inform the charge nurse of this preference

Answer

Residents have the right to control who receives their health information; this preference should be respected and communicated to the care team.

Question 2

Which type of communication includes facial expressions, body posture, and eye contact?

Accepted Answer

Non-verbal communication

Answer

Non-verbal communication encompasses all body language signals, which often convey emotions and attitudes more powerfully than words alone.

Question 3

When documenting a resident's intake and output, the nurse aide should:

Accepted Answer

Record all fluid intake and urinary/other output accurately in milliliters

Answer

Accurate intake and output recording in measurable units is critical for monitoring hydration status and guiding medical decisions.

Question 4

A nurse aide who disagrees with a care plan instruction should:

Accepted Answer

Follow the care plan and discuss concerns with the charge nurse

Answer

Nurse aides must follow established care plans while using proper channels—speaking with the charge nurse—to raise professional concerns.

Question 5

Which statement about SBAR communication is MOST accurate for nurse aides?

Accepted Answer

SBAR stands for Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation

Answer

SBAR is a structured communication tool that helps nurse aides organize and clearly convey information when reporting to the charge nurse.

(INACE) Illinois Nurse Assistant Competency Exam Practice Test