CNA Competency Exam Questions And Answers Latest Update 2023/2024 Graded A+

What is meant by the term "resident physician"? - correct answerA residentphysician is an MD or DO who is both training in a specialty and practicing as ahealthcare provider. List the following in order of medical responsibility (from greatest to least): Physician's Assistant (PA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Doctor, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Registered Nurse (RN). - correct answerDoctor, Physician's Assistant (PA), Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) When providing mouth care to a patient, which position should they be in? -correct answerFowler's -Fowler's is an upright position that helps minimize aspiration. When feeding a patient, how often should you offer fluids? - correct answerAtminimum, every 3 to 4 bites of food What type of tooth brush bristle is considered the universal best choice? - correctanswersoft When not in use, where should dentures be stored? - correct answerIn adenture cup filled with clean water --Storing your dentures in a cup filled with clean water helps prevent damage to the dentures. When helping a patient who is recovering from a stroke to walk, the nurse aide should assist where? - correct answeron the patient's weak side When shaving a patient, you should alwaysshave in the direction of what? - correct answerhair growth --When shaving a patient's face, you should shave downward; when shaving the neck, you should shave upward. What is a partial bath? - correct answerA partial bath occurs in bed. It differs from a complete bed bath in that the patient is able to perform some of the bath himself, and the healthcare worker is only there for assistance. When is the best time to bathe a patient? - correct answerWhen they choose. --Although this may be inconvenient to the busy schedule of the nursing assistant, patients have the right to choose when and how often they bathe. What are some ways you can ensure a safe showering experience for your independent patient? - correct answerCheck the water temperature before the patient gets in the shower, make sure the floor is uncluttered and free ofslippery substances, ensure the patency of safety rails and chairs, and have all supplies in easy reaching distance of the patient. --Medium or hard bristle toothbrushes may be considered too irritating forsome patients. What is the normal pulse rate in the average adult? - correct answer60-100 beats per minute --The average adult should have a pulse rate of 60 beats to 100 beats per minute. Where would you take a radial pulse? - correct answerOn the radial (thumb) side of the patient's wrist --The radial pulse should be taken using the index and middle fingers. How long should you soak a patient's fingernails before performing nail care? - correct answer10-20 minutes (in warm water) Some patients may have special nail care instructions due to circulatory issues in the hands or feet. Name two diseases that are likely causes of these circulatory issues. - correct answerRaynaud's disease and diabetes