Basic Nursing Skills 18 Flashcards

A resident tells the CNA they feel dizzy when standing up. This is most likely:

Answer: Orthostatic hypotension

Orthostatic (postural) hypotension causes dizziness upon standing due to a sudden drop in blood pressure.

The CNA notices a resident's IV site is swollen and cool to the touch. This most likely indicates:

Answer: Infiltration of the IV

Swelling and coolness at an IV site indicate infiltration, meaning fluid is leaking into surrounding tissue.

Which resident position is most appropriate for a resident experiencing difficulty breathing (dyspnea)?

Answer: High Fowler's (60–90 degrees)

High Fowler's position maximizes lung expansion and eases breathing by using gravity to lower the diaphragm.

A CNA is helping a resident ambulate when the resident suddenly begins to fall. The CNA should:

Answer: Guide the resident to the floor in a controlled manner

Guiding the resident safely to the floor prevents injury to both the resident and the CNA.

When caring for a resident in contact precautions, the CNA should don PPE in which order?

Answer: Gown, then gloves

For contact precautions, the gown is donned first to protect clothing, then gloves are applied over the gown cuffs.

A resident's colostomy bag is one-third to one-half full. The CNA should:

Answer: Empty the bag and document the output

Emptying the colostomy bag when one-third to one-half full prevents leaks and skin breakdown.

The purpose of performing passive range-of-motion (PROM) exercises is to:

Answer: Maintain joint flexibility and prevent contractures

PROM exercises move joints through their range to prevent contractures and maintain flexibility in residents who cannot move independently.