Basic Nursing Skills 16 Flashcards
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When applying a non-sterile dressing to a wound, the CNA should:
Answer: Hold the dressing by its edges to keep the center clean
Holding the dressing by its edges prevents contamination of the absorbent center that contacts the wound.
A resident with dysphagia is at greatest risk for:
Answer: Aspiration pneumonia
Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) increases the risk of food or liquid entering the airway, leading to aspiration pneumonia.
Which action by a CNA helps prevent shearing injuries in a bedridden resident?
Answer: Lifting rather than sliding the resident during repositioning
Lifting instead of sliding eliminates the friction and shearing forces that damage skin and underlying tissue.
When a resident is in the supine position, a trochanter roll is used to:
Answer: Prevent external rotation of the hip
A trochanter roll placed alongside the hip and thigh prevents external rotation, which can cause contractures.
A resident reports pain rated 8 out of 10. The CNA should:
Answer: Report the pain to the nurse immediately
Pain assessment findings, especially high scores, must be reported to the nurse promptly so appropriate intervention can be provided.
What is the primary purpose of postmortem care?
Answer: To preserve dignity and prepare the body for the family
Postmortem care is performed to treat the deceased with respect and dignity and to prepare the body before family viewing.
A resident using a walker should be instructed to advance the walker:
Answer: Before stepping forward with the weaker leg
The walker is advanced first, then the weaker leg steps forward, followed by the stronger leg to support weight safely.