GNA GNA - Geriatric Nursing Assistant Nutrition and Hydration

Question 1

A resident refuses to eat their meal. What is the FIRST action the GNA should take?

Accepted Answer

Document refusal and notify the nurse

Answer

Refusing meals must be documented and reported to the nurse so the care team can assess the resident's nutritional status.

Question 2

Which position is safest for a resident while eating to prevent aspiration?

Accepted Answer

High Fowler's (sitting upright at 90 degrees)

Answer

Sitting upright at 90 degrees (High Fowler's) keeps the airway open and reduces the risk of food or liquid entering the lungs.

Question 3

A resident on a thickened-liquid diet asks for a glass of water. The GNA should:

Accepted Answer

Report to the nurse and follow the care plan

Answer

Thickened liquids are prescribed to prevent aspiration, so the GNA must follow the care plan and consult the nurse before offering any fluids.

Question 4

Which sign indicates that a resident may be dehydrated?

Accepted Answer

Dark yellow urine with strong odor

Answer

Dark yellow, concentrated urine with a strong odor is a common sign of dehydration and should be reported to the nurse.

Question 5

When recording a resident's fluid intake, 1 cup (8 oz) of juice equals how many milliliters (mL)?

Accepted Answer

240 mL

Answer

8 fluid ounces equals 240 mL, which is the standard conversion used in healthcare settings for fluid intake documentation.

GNA - Geriatric Nursing Assistant Practice Test