CNA Final Study Guide PDF

1. What is a Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)? 2. Define HIPAA and explain its purpose. 3. What are the CNA renewal requirements within the 24-month listing period? 4. What is the purpose of the OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987)? 5. Name and describe the six links in the Chai...

1. What is a Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)? 2. Define HIPAA and explain its purpose. 3. What are the CNA renewal requirements within the 24-month listing period? 4. What is the purpose of the OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987)? 5. Name and describe the six links in the Chain of Infection. 6. Distinguish between acute pain and chronic pain. 7. List common causes of pain in residents. 8. Describe some emotional and physical effects of pain. 9. What does the R.A.C.E. acronym stand for in fire response? 10. What steps are involved in using a fire extinguisher, represented by the P.A.S.S. acronym? 11. What should a Nursing Assistant (NA) do when caring for a resident during a seizure? 12. What is a seizure and what causes it? 13. List attributes of effective and ineffective team communication. 14. How would you define “dignity” and why is it important in patient care? 15. Define empathy and give examples of empathetic statements. 16. What are essential aspects of electronic documentation? 17. What are some ways to overcome communication barriers? 18. Compare verbal and nonverbal communication. 19. How do you convert between military and conventional time? 20. Outline the steps for proper handwashing technique. 21. What is the most crucial step in handwashing, and why? 22. What is the difference between objective and subjective data? 23. Define a systemic infection and give an example. 24. List factors that increase fall risk in geriatric clients. 25. What are examples of extrinsic vs. intrinsic risk factors for falls? 26. What are the steps for putting on and taking off PPE? 27. Name four items in PPE and their purpose. 28. Define elopement in a healthcare setting. 29. Describe the TOSS POWS method used in dressing a client. 30. Summarize the steps for foot care. 31. List the main steps for nail care (fingernails only). 32. What are general duties of a Nurse Aide? 33. How do anaerobic organisms differ from aerobic organisms? 34. When is it appropriate to use an alcohol-based hand rub? 35. To prevent infection, how many links in the Chain of Infection must be broken? 36. With whom can a Nurse Aide share a resident’s information? 37. Which agency defines the NA’s scope of practice? 38. How should an NA respond if a resident is choking and the NA is alone? 39. Define “culture” and explain why it is important in healthcare. 40. What is ethics, and why is it important for CNAs? 41. What does the BEFAST acronym stand for in recognizing a stroke? 42. Who supervises Nurse Aides? 43. What are standard precautions, and when should they be used? 44. What is the most effective step to prevent disease spread? 45. What are the legal responsibilities of Nursing Assistants? 46. Give an example of a localized infection. 47. How should an NA care for a resident with impaired vision? 48. What are strategies to enhance communication with a client? 49. What types of questions can promote therapeutic communication? 50. What medications can a Nursing Assistant legally administer? 51. Why is infection prevention important? 52. Who should standard precautions be used with? 53. What is medical asepsis? 54. Describe conditions where aerobic microorganisms thrive. 55. How should an NA encourage independence during personal care? 56. Define a medical record and its purpose. 57. How is pain defined in healthcare? 58. List comfort measures that can decrease pain. 59. What choice can an NA offer when a resident is in pain? 60. How does an NA play a critical role in pain management? 61. What is a Nurse Aide in North Carolina? 62. What year was the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act enacted? 63. What is the first link in the Chain of Infection and give examples? 64. What is a reservoir, and how can it be a link in the Chain of Infection? 65. Describe the portal of exit in the Chain of Infection. 66. What are common modes of transmission for harmful germs? 67. Define the portal of entry and give examples. 68. Who is a susceptible host? Give examples of people who may be susceptible. 69. What rights does a patient have regarding their medical condition? 70. What are effective ways to promote a patient’s dignity during elimination? 71. When performing routine tasks, what should you not be concerned about? 72. What does "thinking on one's feet" refer to in a healthcare context? 73. How should family members be managed during medical procedures? 74. What does person-centered care involve? 75. Can you provide an example of person-centered care? 76. Define acute pain. How long does it typically last? 77. What characterizes chronic pain? 78. What constitutes a tactful statement when communicating with family members? 79. What are tactful statements designed to do? 80. How do you identify with a patient's needs or situation? 81. Which patient right is violated if privacy measures are not followed during a bath? 82. What is critical thinking in the context of patient care? 83. How can you assist a client faced with a difficult decision? 84. How is family defined in a healthcare context? 85. What should your response be when family members help care for patients? 86. In what ways can families assist a resident adjusting to a new environment? 87. What are some goals of patient-centered care? 88. What type of care allows a nurse aide to see patients as unique individuals? 89. What does allowing resident involvement in care demonstrate? 90. What are some effects of pain on a patient’s lifestyle? 91. List examples of comfort measures to decrease pain. 92. What does severe acute pain indicate? 93. How does collecting a patient's previous history aid in critical thinking? 94. What actions demonstrate respect for a client's personal space? 95. Give examples of how empathy can be shown in patient care. 96. When a resident is in pain, what options can a nurse aide offer? 97. What should a nurse aide do in response to an acute change in a patient’s condition? 98. How would you respond to a patient who is crying? 99. List actions that support a patient’s dignity. 100. How does allowing a resident to display their interests in their room support their dignity? 101. What aspect of care do rigid schedules fail to support? 102. Define subjective pain. 103. How can you assist a resident with chronic pain? 104. What critical role do nurse aides play in pain management? 105. How do sleep patterns typically change with pain? 106. Why is pain often worse at night? 107. What is the key to successful patient-centered care? 108. What role does compromise play in healthcare relationships? 109. How can a nurse aide promote a client’s self-esteem? 110. Why are families important in healthcare? 111. What does connectedness refer to in the context of patient care? 112. How many milliliters are in an ounce? 113. What nutrients provide energy and flavor to food? 114. What utensil is used to administer thickened fluids? 115. What is the correct order of steps in the nursing process? 116. What information is typically included in an incident report? 117. What is considered the most essential nutrient? 118. Who might require food thickeners? 119. List sources of protein. 120. Which body system does Vitamin C help boost? 121. What is performed during the assessment phase of the nursing process? 122. What should not be included in the narrative portion of an incident report? 123. Provide an example of a prosthesis. 124. What is the primary function of calcium in the body? 125. In what situations should an incident report be completed? 126. Define a nursing care plan. 127. What does the MyPlate campaign encourage? 128. Which nutrient is necessary for growth and repair? 129. What are some physical characteristics of good nutrition? 130. What sections are included in the MyPlate campaign? 131. How does a nurse aide contribute to care plan development? 132. What does dysphagia mean? 133. What medical legal forms can a nurse aide explain to a patient? 134. What foods are allowed on a clear liquid diet? 135. Name each nutrient and its primary function in the body. 136. How can person-centered care be encouraged? 137. What are the steps of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs? 138. Where does the order of importance begin in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs? 139. Define Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. 140. When and by whom should incident reports be completed? 141. Why do we have HIPAA? 142. How do you convert military time to conventional time and vice versa? 143. What are ethics in healthcare? 144. What are examples of false imprisonment in a healthcare setting? 145. What are some examples of negligence in patient care? 146. What is the purpose of food thickeners? 147. What is the typical duration of a bowel and bladder re-training program? 148. What is the nurse aide's role in the nursing process? 149. What is the purpose of a nursing care plan? 150. What methods can be used to prevent foot drop? 151. What should you be aware of regarding the MyPlate campaign? 152. What is elimination in the context of healthcare? 153. How should a nursing assistant (NA) approach applying a prosthetic device to a resident? 154. What are the ABCs of good body mechanics? 155. Describe the lateral position. 156. How often should a client in restraints be observed and repositioned? 157. Describe good body mechanics for working with clients in bed. 158. Food thickeners are commonly used for which type of patients? 159. What is the definition of false imprisonment in a healthcare context? 160. Give an example of a medical procedure that requires informed consent.