INACE Patient Care and Safety 5

Question 1

A nursing assistant notices a resident has not eaten more than 25% of meals for three consecutive days. The priority action is to:

Accepted Answer

Document the intake and report the pattern to the nurse

Answer

Consistently poor food intake is a significant finding that can indicate medical or psychological issues and must be reported to the nurse.

Question 2

A resident's family member asks the nursing assistant about the resident's diagnosis. The nursing assistant should:

Accepted Answer

Explain that sharing medical information is not within their role and refer to the nurse

Answer

Disclosing medical information is outside the nursing assistant's scope and may violate HIPAA; the nurse or physician should handle such requests.

Question 3

Which technique correctly demonstrates the 'lock and block' body mechanics principle when lifting a heavy object?

Accepted Answer

Keeping the back straight and lifting with leg muscles

Answer

Proper body mechanics require a straight back and using the large leg muscles to generate lifting force, protecting the lumbar spine.

Question 4

A resident receiving enteral (tube) feeding begins coughing, gagging, and showing signs of respiratory distress. The nursing assistant should:

Accepted Answer

Stop the feeding and call the nurse immediately

Answer

These symptoms suggest aspiration or tube displacement; feeding must stop immediately and the nurse must be notified.

Question 5

When caring for a resident in contact precautions, the nursing assistant should wear gloves and gown:

Accepted Answer

Whenever entering the resident's room

Answer

Contact precautions require gloves and gown upon entry into the room because contaminated surfaces can spread pathogens even without direct patient contact.

(INACE) Illinois Nurse Assistant Competency Exam Practice Test

(INACE) Illinois Nurse Assistant Competency Exam Practice Test

INACE Patient Care and Safety 5