CNA Exam questions with correct answers

What measures should betaken assures measurement of weight accurately indicates a change in the resident's body weight. - Ans Start with the scale balanced to zero. Make sure the resident is not holding onto the scale Make surety resident is not holding onto walker or cane while being weighed. Weigh the resident on the same scale each time According to Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, which need might a resident have difficulty meeting due to his dependance on others for assistance with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)? - Ans Need for Self-Esteem A resident has the right to refuse cares. How should a CNA respond to a resident who refuses care? - Ans Try to be persuasive and give options. If that doesn't work: Respect Refusal Notify the nurse of any refusal of cares Menopause is the time in a women's life when she has decreased blood levels of estrogen and progesterone. What are some normal changes offing that result from this decrease? - Ans Loss of calcium which leads to brittle bones Menstrual Periods stop Vaginal walls get drier and thinner List 5 guidelines for Urinary Catheter Care - Ans 1. Make sure the drainage bag is below the bladder or hips (prevents urine from flowing back into the bladder) 2. Keep drainage bag off of the floor 3. Keep tubing straight, free from kinks(if not straight urine may be prevented from draining)