WorksheetsFainting (CNA)
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 9mins
What should be a CNA's first response when identifying fainting?
Loosen any tight clothing
Have the person lie down or sit down before fainting occurs
Notify the nurse immediately
Have him stay in position for at least 5 min
What is another word for fainting?
Syncope
collapsing
blacking out
passing out
What are some symptoms for fainting?
Dizziness
Pale skin
Weak pulse
All the above
The CNA should have the fainted patient stand upright and stay still
True
False
If the fainted person is already sitting, what should the CNA do?
Lay them on a flat surface on their back
Have the patient sit straight
Have the patient bend forward and place head between his knees
What is the minimum amount of time to have the person stay after fainting symptoms disappear?
4 min
5 min
8 min
6 min
Can certain medications cause fainting?
TRUE
FALSE
Fainting occurs as a result of decreased blood flow to the brain
TRUE
FALSE
What are some causes for fainting?
Fear
Dehydration
Hypoglycemia
All of the above
How elevated should CNA lift a person legs when placed flat on back after fainting?
15 inches
10 inches
9 inches
12 inches
Twitching is a symptom of fainting
FALSE
TRUE
What should the CNA do to help the person after they get up?
All of the above
Assist the person getting up
Observe for any symptoms of fainting
Stay until he/she feels better
What is the last step in response to fainting?
Lay them down
Raise their legs
Make an incident report
Kneel by them
Abnormal heart rhythms can cause fainting
TRUE
FALSE
Fainting may be a sign of a serious medical condition
TRUE
FALSE
Fainting should not be taken seriously
FALSE
TRUE
What should a CNA do if unsure of injury on a fainted person?
Leave person flat on their side and call for additional help
Have them sit down and stay still
Help person to get up
Leave person flat on their back and call for additional help
The CNA must loosen any tight clothing from fainted person
FALSE
TRUE
Once the fainted person is up but still need help, what should a CNA do?
Scream for help
Help patient yourself
Use call light
What should a CNA do when a person faints?
Call for help
Lower patient to the floor or other flat surface on their back
Loosen any tight clothes
Lower patient to the floor or any flat surface on their side
