INFECTION CONTROL
What is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of infection?
Answer: Handwashing.
A resident complains of feeling cold. What should the CNA do?
Answer: Provide comfort measures and report it.
You are about to transfer a resident using a gait belt. The resident suddenly says, "I feel dizzy."
Answer: Stop the transfer and have the resident sit down.
A resident talks about suicide. What should the CNA do?
Answer: Call for the nurse, stay with the resident.
Before beginning any CNA skill, what should always be done first?
Answer: Perform hand hygiene.
When should gloves be worn?
Answer: Whenever contact with body fluids.
A resident with dementia says money was stolen, but no evidence is present. What is the best CNA response?
Do not argue; provide reassurance and report their concerns.
A resident's behavior changes significantly from their usual routine, but vital signs remain normal. Should this be reported?
Answer: Yes, behavior changes should be reported.
What are one of the duties of a CNA after the death of a patient/resident?
Answer: assist with preparing the body.
A student performs every step of a skill correctly but forgets to lower the bed and ensure the resident's safety before leaving. Why is this a critical error?
Answer: Resident safety must be maintained before leaving the room.
A CNA removes gloves after providing care. What should happen immediately next?
Answer: Hand hygiene.
A resident begins crying and says they want to go home. What is the best CNA response?
Answer: Listen and notify the nurse if needed.
Which statement is charted correctly? A. Resident seems angry today. B. Resident yelled, "Leave me alone," and pushed away food tray.
Answer: B
What is the best way to help a resident reach the highest possible function?
During a skills test, a student takes a radial pulse for 30 seconds and multiplies by 2. The pulse is irregular. What mistake was made?
Answer: not counting for a full minute.
While assisting a resident, the CNA gets blood on their glove. The CNA touches the side rail, call bell, and overbed table before removing the glove. What infection-control problem occurred?
Answer: Cross-contamination.
A resident suddenly becomes short of breath while walking to the bathroom.
Answer: Stay with the resident, provide safety, and report immediately.
During a transfer, the resident begins to fall.What should the CNA do?
The CNA should lower the resident safely to the floor and report it.
A patient's urine is cloudy with a strong odor. What should the CNA do?
Answer: Save the sample and report it to the nurse.
A student performs every step of handwashing correctly but allows their uniform to touch the inside of the sink. Why is this a problem?
Answer: The sink is considered contaminated and can transmit microorganisms.
Question: A resident has diarrhea caused by C. difficile. The CNA washes hands with alcohol-based sanitizer before leaving the room. What mistake was made?
Answer: Hands should be washed with soap and water because sanitizer alone is not sufficient for C. difficile.
A resident suddenly becomes confused, restless, and dizzy. Name one condition that could explain these symptoms.
Possible Answers: Dehydration, hypoglycemia, or lack of oxygen.
While feeding a resident, they begin coughing after every bite. What is the biggest concern?
Answer: Aspiration.
A patient is hemorraging on their leg. What should the CNA do?
Answer: Apply pressure to the wound to stop the bleeding.
During the denture care skill, why is a towel placed in the sink?
Answer: To prevent dentures from breaking if dropped.