UNAR Personal Care Skills

Question 1

What is proper hand hygiene technique?

Accepted Answer

Wet hands, apply soap, scrub all surfaces for at least 20 seconds, rinse, and dry with clean towel

Answer

Proper hand washing is the single most effective way to prevent infection spread.

Question 2

How should a nursing assistant assist with bathing?

Accepted Answer

Maintain privacy, check water temperature, wash from cleanest to dirtiest areas, and promote independence

Answer

Bathing should respect privacy, ensure safety, follow clean-to-dirty principles, and encourage patient participation.

Question 3

What is the correct technique for oral care?

Accepted Answer

Brush teeth and tongue gently, floss if able, and provide mouth rinse while maintaining aspiration precautions

Answer

Regular oral care prevents infection, improves comfort, and maintains dignity.

Question 4

How should perineal care be performed?

Accepted Answer

Clean from front to back, use warm water and mild soap, and maintain patient dignity

Answer

Front-to-back technique prevents urinary tract infections; warm water promotes comfort.

Question 5

What is proper nail care for patients?

Accepted Answer

Soak, trim straight across (not rounded), file smooth, and never cut diabetic patients' nails without orders

Answer

Proper nail care prevents injury and infection; diabetic patients require special precautions due to poor circulation.

(UNAR) Utah Nursing Assistant Registry Practice Test