CNA Training: Patient Care Basics

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What is the primary role of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)?

Administer medications

Assist with daily living activities (correct)

Perform surgeries

Diagnose medical conditions

Which of the following is considered a vital sign?

Blood pressure (correct)

Blood glucose level

Body weight

Urine output

What is the normal range for adult heart rate?

120-140 beats per minute

60-100 beats per minute (correct)

40-60 beats per minute

100-120 beats per minute

How often should a CNA check a patient’s vital signs?

As per the care plan or facility policy (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is considered neglect?

Failing to provide necessary care (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a care plan?

To outline the patient’s specific needs and goals (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an appropriate response to a patient’s complaint of pain?

Assess the pain and report it to the nurse (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step when taking a patient’s blood pressure?

Position the cuff on the patient’s arm (D) Signup and view all the answers

A CNA can administer medication.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

CNAs can perform tasks that require medical judgment.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a patient is experiencing difficulty breathing?

Call for help and stay with the patient (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a patient falls?

Assess the patient and call for help (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you notice a pressure sore?

Notify the nurse immediately (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do you properly make an occupied bed?

Work from the side and keep the patient in the center (C) Signup and view all the answers

How should you communicate with a patient who has difficulty hearing?

Speak slowly and clearly, using gestures if necessary (A) Signup and view all the answers

When feeding a patient, you should:

Assist them patiently and check for choking (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to assist a patient in using a walker?

Stand behind and slightly to the side (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which position is best for a patient recovering from surgery?

Fowlers (B) Signup and view all the answers

When assisting a patient with personal hygiene, you should:

Respect the patient’s privacy (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes proper body mechanics?

Using your legs and keeping your back straight when lifting (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hand hygiene in healthcare?

To prevent the spread of infection (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are exposed to a patient’s blood?

Report it immediately and follow facility protocol (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of isolation is used for a patient with a contagious disease?

Both a and b (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a sign of infection?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to prevent the spread of germs?

Regular handwashing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a patient is choking?

Perform the Heimlich maneuver and call for help (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

CNA Role

CNAs assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
CNAs do not administer medications, diagnose medical conditions, or perform surgeries.

Vital Signs and Monitoring

Vital signs are measurements that indicate a patient's health status.
Vital signs include blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate.
The normal range for adult heart rate is 60-100 beats per minute.
Vital signs should be checked as per the care plan or facility policy.

Patient Safety and Care

It's considered neglect to fail to provide necessary care.
A care plan outlines a patient's specific needs and goals.
If a patient complains of pain, assess the pain and report it to the nurse.

Blood Pressure Measurement

The first step when taking a patient's blood pressure is to position the cuff on their arm.
CNAs cannot administer medication or perform tasks requiring medical judgment.

Patient Care and Safety Continued

If a patient is experiencing difficulty breathing, call for help and stay with the patient.
If a patient falls, assess the patient and call for help.
Report any pressure sores to the nurse immediately.
When making an occupied bed, work from the side and keep the patient in the center.
When communicating with a hearing-impaired patient, speak slowly and clearly, using gestures if necessary.
When feeding a patient, assist them patiently, check for choking, and allow them to eat alone.
When assisting a patient with a walker, stand behind and slightly to the side.
Fowlers position is best for a patient recovering from surgery.
Always respect a patient's privacy when assisting with personal hygiene.
Proper body mechanics involve using your legs and keeping your back straight when lifting.

Infection Control

Hand hygiene is crucial for preventing the spread of infection.
Report any exposure to a patient's blood immediately and follow facility protocol.
Both contact and droplet isolation are used for patients with contagious diseases.
Redness, swelling, warmth, and fever are signs of infection.
Regular handwashing is the best way to prevent the spread of germs.

Emergency Procedures

If a patient is choking, perform the Heimlich maneuver and call for help.

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Description

This quiz covers essential concepts for Certified Nursing Assistants, focusing on daily living activities, vital signs monitoring, and patient safety. Understand the role of CNAs in providing care and the importance of accurate vital sign measurements and patient assessments. Test your knowledge on crucial caregiving principles.