CNA chapter 8

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1. To help prevent aspiration, residents should be in the _______ position when eating.

• (A) Upright
• (B) Lying down
• (C) Prone
• (D) Lateral

2. A nursing assistant’s duties regarding tube feedings include:

• (A) Inserting tubes
• (B) Doing the feedings
• (C) Observing the feeding and reporting problems
• (D) Cleaning the tubes

3. Which is the most essential nutrient for life?

• (A) Vegetables
• (B) Water
• (C) Grains
• (D) Protein

4. Which of the following is a good source of protein?

• (A) Corn oil
• (B) An orange
• (C) Fish
• (D) Grape jelly

5. Which of the following is an example of a plant-based protein?

• (A) Salmon
• (B) Tofu
• (C) Steak
• (D) Bacon

6. According to the USDA’s MyPlate icon, which food groups should make up at least half of a person’s plate?

• (A) Grains and proteins
• (B) Vegetables and fruits
• (C) Dairy and proteins
• (D) Grains and fruits

7. According to MyPlate, what percentage of milk fat should a person’s dairy choices contain?

• (A) 0% or 1%
• (B) 2%
• (C) 3%
• (D) 4%

8. Which of the following is true about food preferences?

• (A) Residents are old enough that their preferences will not change.
• (B) It is not important to honor residents’ food preferences.
• (C) Education is never a factor in determining food preference.
• (D) Religion might influence food preference.

9. Which of the following is an effective way for an NA to help prevent dehydration?

• (A) The NA should encourage a resident to drink every time she sees him.
• (B) The NA should insist that the resident drink juice because it is healthy.
• (C) The NA should withhold fluids if a resident is incontinent.
• (D) The NA should leave a carton of milk with the resident each time she leaves the room.