CNA Test Prep Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is the most appropriate time to use a soft toothette?

After a meal

Before bedtime

When they are conscious

When they are unconscious (correct)

What is the most appropriate action for the nursing assistant to take when it is time to bathe an Alzheimer's patient who has had visitors in the room for most of the shift?

Ask visitors to step out until the bath is complete (correct)

Postpone the bath until later

Bathed the patient in front of the visitors

Wait until the visitors leave

Which of these is an incorrect procedure for shaving a resident?

Start from the chin and shave upward toward the sideburns (correct)

Use a clean razor for each shave

Shave in the direction of hair growth

Shave down from the sideburns to the chin

What important fact regarding resident bathing needs is often overlooked by caregivers?

Cultural differences in the frequency and types of bathing Signup and view all the answers

Which of these statements is false regarding the care of a resident's dentures?

Denture care is left to the resident so a care facility cannot be charged with negligence if something goes wrong Signup and view all the answers

A Hoyer Lift is used to move a resident to a ___

chair Signup and view all the answers

Bad breath, tooth decay, and skin breakdown in the mouth are all symptoms of ___

dry mucous membrane Signup and view all the answers

A small, watery leakage of stool could indicate which of these conditions?

fecal impaction Signup and view all the answers

What are Positioning Devices used for?

properly positioning bodies prior to, during, and after vascular embalming Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is not a way to assist a resident to rest more comfortably and effectively?

Remove all positioning devices so they don't interfere with sleep Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Soft Toothette Usage

A soft toothette is appropriate for oral care when a patient is unconscious.

Bathing Alzheimer’s Patients

It's essential for nursing assistants to maintain a patient's privacy during bathing.
Visitors should be asked to step out to allow essential activities of daily living (ADLs) to be completed.
Patients with Alzheimer's may not make the best decisions regarding the timing of their baths.

Proper Shaving Technique

The correct method for shaving a resident's face is to start at the sideburns and shave downward, not from the chin upward.

Cultural Considerations in Bathing

Caregivers should consider cultural differences in bathing frequency and types when planning a resident’s care schedule, which is often overlooked.

Denture Care Responsibility

Denture care should not solely be the resident's responsibility; care facilities can be held accountable for negligence if proper care is not provided.

Hoyer Lift Function

A Hoyer Lift is a safety device designed to transfer immobile residents between a bed and a chair.

Symptoms of Dry Mucous Membranes

Bad breath, tooth decay, and skin breakdown in the mouth are indicative of dry mucous membranes.

Fecal Impaction Indicator

Small, watery leakage of stool may suggest a fecal impaction, which requires attention.

Positioning Devices in Vascular Embalming

Positioning devices are essential equipment in preparation rooms for correctly positioning bodies before, during, and after vascular embalming.

Comfort and Positioning for Residents

Removing all positioning devices hinders a resident's comfort and should be avoided to facilitate restful sleep.

Description

Prepare for the CNA exam with these essential flashcards. Each card highlights important concepts and appropriate actions in various nursing scenarios. Ideal for quick revision and mastering key caregiving techniques.