CNA PROMETRIC EXAM PRACTICE

A patient has been in wrist restraints for 2 hrs and you are assigned to remove the restraints to reposition the patient. Where should the restraints be secured after repositioning? - Answer- To a non-moving part of the bed( bed frame) Elderly persons often do not experience thirst and are at risk of? - Answer- Dehydration A patient that needs no nursing interventions ( such as injections, IV, therapy, wound care, tube feedings or intensive symptom monitoring) but is unable to care for himself in his own home would probably be found in a? - Answer- Assisted Living Facility A patient is recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease. The nurse has educated the patient on diet modifications. Later, he says that he can't remember what the nurse said and asks you if he should have pretzels or a candy bar. What is the best response? - Answer- "The nurse is the best to answer that question. Let me get her for you." Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients with acute ( sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions? - Answer- a hospital When working with patients that DO NOT have dementia, what is an appropriate communication method to encourage conversation and support the patient's emotional well-being? - Answer- Asking open ended questions and avoiding yes/no questions Mrs. Hopkins was admitted to the nursing home last week after being told that she can no longer live alone. She has been seen frequently crying and stated that, "It just doesn't feel like home. I hate that people come in and out of my room all the time without notice. This is my bedroom. I miss my privacy." What is a measure you can take to help her adjust? - Answer- Make sure her privacy is respected and knock before entering When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body fluids, when should the gloves be put on? - Answer- after preparing supplies but immediately before beginning the skill on the patient When should you enter a patient's room, he throws a telephone at you and yells at you to get out. He is pacing, appears agitated and is mumbling to himself. As you retreat toward the door, he lunges at you, trying to grab your arm. What should the CNA do? - Answer- Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's attention quickly. CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - Answer- Throw