UNAR Safety and Emergency Procedures 3

Question 1

What is the correct position for a resident during a seizure?

Accepted Answer

On their side to prevent aspiration

Answer

Positioning the resident on their side (recovery position) helps prevent aspiration of secretions during and after a seizure.

Question 2

A resident has an aluminum wheelchair. When is it safe to use a standard electrical outlet near this resident?

Accepted Answer

Only when the wheelchair is not touching the outlet

Answer

Metal objects including wheelchairs can conduct electricity, so electrical equipment should be used with care to avoid contact with the resident or the chair.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a physical restraint?

Accepted Answer

Applying mittens that prevent the resident from removing an IV

Answer

A physical restraint is any device that restricts freedom of movement; mittens that prevent self-removal of a medical device qualify as a restraint.

Question 4

A fire alarm sounds while a nursing assistant is bathing a resident. What should be done first?

Accepted Answer

Dress the resident and prepare to evacuate

Answer

The resident's safety requires covering and protecting them before evacuation; leaving a wet, undressed resident creates additional risk.

Question 5

What should a nursing assistant do if a resident refuses a safety device such as non-slip footwear?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and report it to the nurse

Answer

Residents have the right to refuse care, but the nursing assistant must document the refusal and inform the nurse so the care team can address the safety risk.

(UNAR) Utah Nursing Assistant Registry Practice Test

(UNAR) Utah Nursing Assistant Registry Practice Test

UNAR Safety and Emergency Procedures 3