CNA - Basic Nursing Skills and Procedures - 24

When measuring a patient's blood pressure, which of the following is the correct order of actions?

• Measure respiratory rate, measure pulse rate, measure blood pressure

• Measure pulse rate, measure blood pressure, measure respiratory rate

• Measure blood pressure, measure respiratory rate, measure pulse rate

• Measure respiratory rate, measure blood pressure, measure pulse rate

Which of the following is the appropriate technique for assisting a patient with oral hygiene?

• Using a dry cloth to wipe the patient's teeth and gums

• Brushing the patient's teeth with a firm back and forth motion

• Providing the patient with mouthwash to rinse without supervision

• Gently brushing the patient's teeth in a circular motion

How can a healthcare professional assist a person with maintaining mobility?

• Encouraging the patient to remain in bed as much as possible

• Restricting the patient's movement to avoid any potential injury

• Assisting the patient with proper body mechanics and walking aids

• Discouraging the patient from participating in physical activities

What is the purpose of range of motion (ROM) exercises for patients?

• To improve muscle strength and endurance

• To reduce joint mobility and flexibility

• To limit the patient's range of motion for safety reasons

• To promote relaxation and stress relief

How can healthcare professionals promote patient comfort and well being during their care?

• Rushing through care tasks to save time

• Ignoring the patients requests or preferences

• Providing emotional support and reassurance

• Minimizing interactions with patients to avoid any potential discomfort

When measuring a patient's temperature orally, which of the following sites should be used?

• Axillary

• Rectal

• Temporal Artery

• Oral

What is the correct technique for applying a clean dressing to a wound?

• Touching the inner surface of the dressing with bare hands

• Reusing a dressing that has been previously used on another patient

• Wearing gloves and using sterile techniques during dressing changes

• Leaving the wound uncovered to allow for air circulation

Which of the following is the correct technique for providing a bed bath to a patient?

• Using hot water to cleanse the patient's skin

• Scrubbing the patient's skin vigorously to remove all dirt

• Using gentle, long strokes to clean the patient's skin

• Avoiding the use of soap or cleansing agents during the bath

How can healthcare professionals promote infection control during wound care procedures?

• Using the same set of gloves for multiple patients

• Reusing disposable wound care supplies

• Properly disinfecting and disposing of contaminated materials

• Neglecting hand hygiene before and after wound care procedures

What is the appropriate technique for positioning a patient in a bed or chair?

• Leaving the patient in the same position for extended periods

• Using restraints to limit the patient's movements

• Assessing the patient's comfort and promoting proper alignment

• Discouraging patients from changing their positions frequently