Patient Care Procedure Flashcards
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When performing passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercises, the CNA should move each joint:
Answer: To the point of resistance, then stop
Passive ROM should be performed smoothly to the point of resistance to avoid injury.
A patient's urinary catheter drainage bag should be positioned:
Answer: Below the level of the bladder
The drainage bag must stay below bladder level to allow urine to drain by gravity and prevent backflow.
When providing oral care to an unconscious patient, the CNA should position the patient:
Answer: Turned to one side (lateral)
Turning an unconscious patient to the side prevents aspiration of fluids during oral care.
How often should a bedridden patient's position be changed to prevent pressure injuries?
Answer: Every 1–2 hours
Repositioning every 1–2 hours relieves sustained pressure on bony prominences.
Which action is correct when applying a bed pan for a patient who cannot lift their hips?
Answer: Ask the patient to roll onto the bedpan from the side
Rolling the patient onto a fracture pan or standard bedpan from the side is the safe technique when hip lifting is not possible.
When measuring a patient's radial pulse, the CNA notes an irregular rhythm. The correct action is to:
Answer: Count for a full 60 seconds and report to the nurse
An irregular pulse must be counted for a full minute and reported to the nurse for clinical evaluation.
The purpose of using a draw sheet (pull sheet) when repositioning a patient in bed is to:
Answer: Reduce friction and shear on the patient's skin
A draw sheet reduces friction and shear forces on fragile skin when sliding or turning a patient.