Resident Rights and Safety Flashcards

What does HIPAA require nursing assistants to do when discussing a resident's condition?

Answer: Discuss only with those directly involved in the resident's care

HIPAA's minimum necessary standard requires sharing health information only with those who need it to provide care.

A resident asks to go outside alone in cold weather. What should the CNA do?

Answer: Check the care plan and assist per its guidelines, then notify the nurse

The care plan guides safe activity decisions, balancing autonomy with safety, and the nurse should be informed of any concerns.

Which behavior by a CNA constitutes financial abuse of a resident?

Answer: Borrowing money from a resident with intention to repay

Borrowing money from a resident is financial exploitation regardless of repayment intent.

What is the purpose of a resident's advance directive?

Answer: To document the resident's wishes for end-of-life care

An advance directive records a resident's healthcare wishes in case they become unable to communicate them.

A resident is found on the floor. After calling for help, what is the CNA's next priority?

Answer: Stay with the resident and keep them calm until the nurse arrives

The CNA must stay with the resident to monitor and provide reassurance while preventing further injury until a nurse assesses the situation.

Which action by a nursing assistant violates a resident's right to dignity?

Answer: Referring to the resident as 'sweetie' instead of their preferred name

Using generic terms of endearment instead of the resident's preferred name disrespects their identity and dignity.

A resident who is alert and oriented declines a bath. What is the appropriate response?

Answer: Respect the refusal, offer alternatives, and document and report

A competent resident's right to refuse care must be respected; the CNA should offer alternatives, document, and notify the nurse.