WorksheetsCNA Review: End-of-Life Care & Comfort
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the primary focus of hospice care?
Preventing future illnesses
Curing the illness
Providing comfort and quality of life
Rehabilitation
Which of the following is a role of a CNA in palliative care?
Prescribing medication
Diagnosing illnesses
Managing pain and discomfort
Performing surgeries
What distinguishes palliative care from hospice care?
Palliative care is only for terminal illnesses
Palliative care focuses on symptom relief for serious illnesses, not just end-of-life
Palliative care is only for the elderly
Palliative care is a type of surgery
How can a CNA support a resident's spiritual needs?
Ignoring religious beliefs
Offering comfort and informing chaplains or clergy
Focusing solely on physical care
Providing medical treatment
What is a key aspect of the CNA's role during the death and dying process?
Providing financial advice
Conducting religious ceremonies
Administering legal documents
Maintaining dignity and comfort for the resident
Which of the following best describes a terminal illness?
A temporary illness
An illness that can be cured with medication
An illness that requires surgery
An illness that is expected to lead to death
What is the CNA's role in the grieving process?
Diagnosing psychological conditions
Prescribing medication
Providing financial support
Offering emotional support and allowing expression of grief
How should a CNA assist with religious services?
By providing medical care during the service
By ignoring the resident's religious preferences
By facilitating attendance and supporting religious needs
By leading the service
What is a CNA's responsibility in managing a resident's pain in palliative care?
Assisting in managing pain and discomfort
Prescribing pain medication
Ignoring the resident's complaints
Performing surgery
What is the role of a CNA in providing emotional support during end-of-life care?
Offering a comforting presence and compassionate care
Providing legal advice
Administering medication
Conducting therapy sessions
