CNA Quiz: Fall Prevention Strategies

Which of the following is the most important reason for using a gait belt when assisting a resident to walk?

• To help the resident walk faster

• To provide support and prevent falls

• To make the resident feel independent

• To keep the resident warm

What should a CNA do first if a resident begins to fall while walking?

• Try to hold the resident up completely

• Gently lower the resident to the floor

• Leave the resident to get help

• Ask the resident to stand up straight

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of falls in healthcare facilities?

• Wet floors

• Cluttered walkways

• Properly fitted shoes

• Poor lighting

When should bed alarms or chair alarms be used for residents?

• Only at night

• When a resident is at risk of falling

• For all residents

• Only during meal times

Which of the following is the best way to help prevent falls in a resident’s room?

• Keep the bed in the highest position

• Keep personal items within reach

• Turn off all lights

• Place furniture in the middle of the room

Why is it important to report any changes in a resident’s gait or balance to the nurse?

• It may indicate a need for new shoes

• It could signal an increased risk of falling

• It helps the resident walk faster

• It is not important

Which of the following should a CNA do before helping a resident stand up from a wheelchair?

• Remove the footrests and lock the wheels

• Push the wheelchair away

• Ask the resident to stand up quickly

• Leave the resident alone

What is the safest way to help a resident who is weak on one side walk with a cane?

• Place the cane on the weak side

• Place the cane on the strong side

• Hold the cane for the resident

• Do not use a cane

Which of the following is a sign that a resident may be at risk for falls?

• Resident walks steadily without assistance

• Resident has a history of recent falls

• Resident eats all meals independently

• Resident reads books in bed

What should a CNA do if they notice a spill on the floor?

• Ignore it and keep walking

• Clean it up immediately or report it

• Wait for housekeeping to arrive

• Tell another resident to avoid it