Working as a CNA
Maslows Hierarchy of Needs
Ethical and Legal
Residents Rights
Communication
100
How often is a State Survey completed?

Every 9-15 months

100

Responding to a call light promptly promotes which of Maslows Hierarchy of needs?

Safety and Security

100

You have just assisted a resident to the restroom, the med aide comes in and asks you to give the resident his meds once he is done. Is the CNA able to do this since it was delegated by the med aide?

No

100

You walk into a resident's room without knocking, which right are you violating? 

Right to privacy. 

100

If a CNA notices any change (improvement or decline), what should they do? 

Report it to the nurse

200

List a desirable attitude of a CNA?

Dependability/responsibility, accuracy, respect for others, honesty

200

Talking to a resident about the sports trophies in his room demonstrates which of Maslows Hierarchy of needs?

Self Actualization

200

What should a CNA do if they have any suspicions of abuse, neglect or exploitation?

Report it to the nurse. 

200

When should a resident be informed of their rights, both orally and in writing? 

Before being admitted to the nursing home. 

200

Residents and staff talking or moving about, television, ringing of the phone are all what types of communication barriers? 

Environmental Distractions

300

How often does a CNA need to work to keep their certification current?

8 hours every 2 years

300

Keeping a resident covered as much as possible during a bed bath promotes which of Maslows Hierarchy of needs? 

Self esteem and Respect

300

What is an act or failure to act that intentionally or recklessly causes harm (or is likely to cause harm) to a resident?

Abuse

300

What is an example of a physical restraint? 

leg restraints, arm restraints, hand mitts, soft ties or vests, lap cushions and lap trays the resident cannot remove. Possibly bed rails. 

300

You should speak slowly and clearly using a low-pitched voice to a resident who ahs what type of impairment? 

Hearing 

400

How many days following the start of the course does the trainee 2 status expire?

120 days

400

A CNA elevates the head of the bed of a resident who is short of breath. Which of Maslows Hierarchy of needs is being addressed?

Biological and Physiological

400

What is it called if a CNA misuses the resident's property or takes unfair advantage of the residents physical or financial resources? 

Exploitation

400

A resident who chooses to file a complain regarding their concerns about the facility and the care received is exercising which right? 

Right to address grievances

400

If a resident does not understand a spoken request what should the CNA do? 

Try to demonstrate the request

500

What does KDOA stand for?

Kansas Department of Aging

500

List all 5 of Maslows Hierarchy of needs starting at the bottom.

Biological and Physiological Needs

Safety and Security

Belongingness and Love

Self esteem and Respect

Self Actualization 

500

What happens if a CNA is found guilty of abuse, neglect or exploitation? 

No longer being allowed to work as a CNA, possible criminal conviction. 

500

Who should the resident contact with concerns related to the nurse home? 

Ombudsman

500

If a resident has this device you want to check for functioning batteries and for presence of earwax. 

Hearing Aid

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