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Practice one CNA exam-style question, choose an answer, then review the rationale before moving into a full practice test.
When you give a bed bath, which is the last area that you should clean?
Correct answer: D. Perineum
When you give a bed bath, the perineum is the last area to be washed. After bathing the patient's body, empty the basin and refill with warm water. Place a towel under the patient's hips and buttocks. For females, wash front to back, from labia to perineum. For males, wash the penis and scrotum. For both genders, turn the patient on his or her side to wash the buttocks and anal area. Dry the area well.
A single focused question keeps CNA exam topics active without turning every study session into a long test.
Short daily review helps common procedures, safety rules, and resident rights stay easier to retrieve.
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Answer: C. chronic lack of exercise.
Rationale: A contracture is a deformity that develops when muscles, joints, and connective tissue become stiff from lack of active exercise. It prevents the normal movement of the joints. The muscles get shorter so arms or legs are unable to straighten. Some causes are paralysis from stroke or injury, cerebral palsy, and muscular dystrophy. Range-of-motion (ROM) exercises are essential to prevent contractures.
Answer: B. Clean the eyeglasses with warm water.
Rationale: The best way to clean eyeglasses is with warm water and a drop of liquid dish soap on each lens. (Don't use soap that contains lotion.) Gently rub both sides of each lens as well as the bridge (nosepiece) and frame. Rinse with warm water. Dry carefully with a microfiber towel or a soft, clean cloth.
Answer: A. in front of him.
Rationale: When assisting a client who is blind or has low vision, allow the client to hold your arm so you can guide the person. Touch the back of your hand to the back of the client's hand so the person can move his or her hand and locate your upper arm. The client should hold on above your elbow and walk half a step behind you. Walk at a pace that is comfortable for the two of you.
Answer: D. pressure sores.
Rationale: Exposure to feces and urine is one of the most common causes of skin irritation and breakdown. After a client has had an incontinent episode, thorough cleaning is important for several reasons. If perineal skin stays wet, it becomes waterlogged and fragile. Urine contains ammonia, a harsh chemical that can damage the skin. Many clients have dry skin, which can develop tiny cracks, allowing bacteria to enter the body. Clean the client, dry the area, and apply a barrier ointment to minimize any future contact with feces and urine.
Answer: B. a Hoyer lift.
Rationale: To help position a patient, you can employ a variety of items and devices. Use blankets and pillows to prop a patient up on his or her side or to keep knees and ankles from rubbing together. Roll a washcloth into place in the hand of a stroke patient to maintain a natural position. Roll a blanket to make a trochanter roll to support the paralyzed side of a patient's body. Use a footboard to prevent footdrop. Place the patient's foot against it to maintain flexion as if the patient were standing.
Answer: C. Immediately report any signs of choking or vomiting.
Rationale: A nasogastric (NG) tube is a tube that is passed through the nose into the stomach. One of the uses of an NG tube is feeding on a short-term basis. When a patient is receiving nourishment through an NG tube, the head of the bed must be raised to reduce the chances of choking or aspiration. The patient must be observed for signs of choking, nausea, vomiting, or regurgitation of the liquid food. Excellent oral care is necessary for the patient during the time that the tube is in place.
Answer: A. use continuous circular motions.
Rationale: Place a small amount of lotion in one hand, then rub your hands together to warm it. Apply the lotion in long, firm strokes in an upward direction from the client's buttocks and lower back to the neck. Use a circular motion, with hands remaining on the client's back. The strokes should be one continuous motion lasting 3–5 minutes. During the massage, observe the client's back for any reddened areas.
Answer: C. remove feces and urine from the skin.
Rationale: Exposure to feces and urine is one of the most common causes of skin irritation and breakdown. After a client has had an incontinent episode, thorough cleaning is important for several reasons. If perineal skin stays wet, it becomes waterlogged and fragile. Urine contains ammonia, a harsh chemical that can damage the skin. Many clients have dry skin, which can develop tiny cracks, allowing bacteria to enter the body. Clean the client, dry the area, and apply a barrier ointment to minimize any future contact with feces and urine.
Answer: D. allow the resident to hold your arm.
Rationale: When assisting a client who is blind or has low vision, allow the client to hold your arm so you can guide the person. Touch the back of your hand to the back of the client's hand so the person can move his or her hand and locate your upper arm. The client should hold on above your elbow and walk half a step behind you. Walk at a pace that is comfortable for the two of you.
Answer: D. Massaging and rubbing the skin vigorously
Rationale: Pressure sores (also called bedsores and decubitus ulcers) develop when there is prolonged pressure on a part of the body that has little padding. Common areas are elbows, shoulders, hips, tailbone, and heels. Because the skin is delicate, it should never be rubbed or massaged vigorously, especially if it is reddened. Doing so will damage the tissue under the skin and can contribute to the development of a pressure sore.
Answer: A. after rectal surgery.
Rationale: A sitz bath is a warm bath that covers the client's buttocks and hips. Reasons for taking a sitz bath include post-rectal surgery, soothing hemorrhoids, following childbirth, and cleaning the perineum. With a sitz tub or the bathtub, use about 3–4 inches of warm water for a sitz bath. Depending on the reason for the sitz bath, medications may be added. A sitz bath should last 15 to 20 minutes. After the bath, dry the perineum well.
Answer: C. Policy and Procedure Manual.
Rationale: Before performing any procedure or giving care to a client, you must first be trained and demonstrate that you know what to do. After training, review the relevant procedures in the Policy and Procedure Manual that is in your unit or online at your facility. Never start a procedure if you aren't sure how to do it.
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