CNA Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is an example of disinfection? (Select all that apply)

Washing the resident's hands after toileting

Cleaning a shower chair with a chemical cleanser (correct)

Cleaning a resident's bath basin with soap after use

Using a wipe to clean around a resident's stoma

A nurse aide is assisting a resident at mealtime. The resident grabs his throat and cannot speak. What should the nurse aide do first?

Reach around from behind the resident to provide abdominal thrust (correct)

Ask the resident to take a deep breath and cough

Try to get the resident to take a few sips of water through a straw

Pat the resident's back and then reach in his mouth to remove blockage

While performing range of motion exercises, the nurse aide notices that the resident's elbow is stiff and will not bend. What should the nurse aide do?

Suggest the resident see a physical therapist

Continue exercises but move onto another joint (correct)

Apply very gentle pressure to try to bend the elbow slightly

Continue since stiff joints are a normal part of aging

A resident falls from a chair when she has a seizure. Before the nurse arrives, the seizure has finished and the nurse aide observes the resident is breathing. What should the nurse aide do next?

Turn the resident on their side Signup and view all the answers

A nurse aide is walking a resident with a gait belt. The resident tells the nurse aide she feels dizzy. What should the nurse aide do?

Ease the resident to the floor if there is no chair around Signup and view all the answers

A few minutes before your shift ends, a resident calls and whispers to the nurse aide, 'I had an accident, I wet myself.' What should the nurse aide do?

Provide incontinent care to the resident Signup and view all the answers

When giving perineal care to the male resident who is uncircumcised, what should the nurse aide do?

Push the foreskin back to clean Signup and view all the answers

A resident, who is usually alert and oriented, is having difficulty remembering where he is today. What should the nurse aide do first?

Report the change to the charge nurse Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Disinfection and Hygiene

Disinfection involves using chemicals to eliminate pathogens on surfaces.
Example of disinfection: cleaning a shower chair with a chemical cleanser.

Emergency Response in Choking

If a resident cannot speak and grabs their throat, perform abdominal thrusts immediately.
Initial action in choking incidents is critical for airway clearance.

Range of Motion Exercises

Stiff joints can occur, but the aide should continue exercises while focusing on other joints.
Adjust the exercise routine to ensure resident comfort and safety.

Post-Seizure Care

After a seizure, position the resident on their side to prevent aspiration.
Maintaining airway safety is a priority immediately following a seizure.

Handling Dizziness

If a resident feels dizzy while walking, immediately ease them to the floor if no chair is available.
Safely guiding a resident helps prevent falls and injuries.

Incontinent Care

Respond to a resident's need for help with incontinence by providing necessary care.
Prioritize the comfort and hygiene of the resident promptly.

Perineal Care for Male Residents

For uncircumcised males, always push the foreskin back for proper cleaning.
This ensures thorough hygiene and helps prevent infections.

Observing Changes in Mental Status

Report any significant changes in a resident's cognitive state to the charge nurse.
Immediate assessment may be necessary to address possible underlying issues.

Description

Test your knowledge on CNA concepts with these flashcards designed for aspiring nurse aides. Each card presents a question related to important disinfection practices and other essential skills in healthcare. Prepare effectively for your CNA exam by revising these key topics.