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  1. A CNA notices a wet floor near the nurses' station with no warning sign posted. What is the FIRST action to take?

    Answer: Place a wet floor sign and report to the charge nurse

    Immediate hazard control by placing a warning sign and notifying the charge nurse prevents falls and fulfills the CNA's safety reporting duty.

  2. Which federal agency establishes and enforces workplace safety standards for healthcare workers?

    Answer: OSHA

    OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) sets and enforces safety standards to protect workers, including CNAs in healthcare settings.

  3. A resident's family member demands to see another resident's care plan. The CNA should:

    Answer: Explain that all resident information is confidential and decline

    HIPAA prohibits sharing one resident's protected health information with unauthorized individuals, including another resident's family.

  4. When lifting a heavy object at work, the CNA should:

    Answer: Bend the knees and keep the back straight

    Bending the knees and keeping the back straight uses the large leg muscles and reduces spinal injury risk.

  5. A coworker frequently arrives late, leaving the CNA to cover additional residents alone. The BEST course of action is to:

    Answer: Document the incidents and report to the supervisor

    Documenting and reporting to a supervisor addresses staffing safety concerns through proper channels without escalating interpersonal conflict.

  6. Which of the following is an example of a Material Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) used for in a long-term care facility?

    Answer: Providing hazard information about cleaning chemicals

    Safety Data Sheets (SDS) contain hazard, handling, and emergency information for chemical substances such as disinfectants and cleaning agents.

  7. A CNA is assigned to care for a resident who is in airborne precautions. Which PPE must the CNA wear when entering the room?

    Answer: N95 respirator, gown, and gloves

    Airborne precautions require an N95 respirator (not just a surgical mask) along with gown and gloves to prevent transmission of airborne pathogens.