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Basic Nursing Skills 21 Flashcards

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  1. A resident on a 1500 mL fluid restriction asks for an extra glass of water. The CNA should:

    Answer: Explain the restriction and offer the allowed amount, then notify the nurse

    The CNA must respect prescribed fluid restrictions, inform the resident, offer what is allowed within the limit, and report the request to the nurse.

  2. When performing mouth care on an unconscious resident, the MOST important safety precaution is to:

    Answer: Position the resident on their side to prevent aspiration

    Positioning an unconscious resident on their side allows fluids to drain from the mouth rather than into the airway, preventing aspiration.

  3. The normal range for adult respiratory rate at rest is:

    Answer: 12 to 20 breaths per minute

    A normal adult respiratory rate is 12–20 breaths per minute; rates outside this range should be reported to the nurse.

  4. A resident is on contact precautions. Before leaving the room, the CNA should remove PPE in which order?

    Answer: Gloves, gown, mask/eye protection, then hand hygiene

    CDC guidelines specify removing gloves first (most contaminated), then gown, then mask/eye protection, followed by hand hygiene to prevent self-contamination.

  5. Which intervention BEST prevents contractures in a bedridden resident?

    Answer: Performing regular range-of-motion exercises

    Regular range-of-motion exercises maintain joint flexibility and muscle length, directly preventing the formation of contractures in immobile residents.

  6. When applying a warm compress to a resident's arm, the CNA should check the skin under the compress every:

    Answer: 5 minutes

    Skin should be checked every 5 minutes during warm compress application to detect early signs of burns, redness, or excessive heat.

  7. A resident tells the CNA, 'I don't want my daughter to know anything about my condition.' The CNA should:

    Answer: Honor the resident's right to privacy and inform the nurse of this preference

    HIPAA and resident rights guarantee confidentiality; the CNA must respect the resident's wishes and communicate them to the nurse for documentation.