Minnesota CNA

When providing perineal care to a female resident with an indwelling catheter, the CNA should:

• AClean from front to back, away from the urethral opening
• BClean from back to front to remove all drainage
• CApply powder to keep the area dry
• DUse alcohol wipes for thorough cleaning

When assisting a resident with left-sided weakness to get dressed, the CNA should:

• ADress the right arm first, then the left arm
• BDress the left arm first, then the right arm
• CLet the resident dress themselves completely
• DHave the family assist with dressing

A resident with diabetes in a Minnesota nursing facility needs foot care. The CNA should:

• ACut the toenails straight across after soaking
• BFile nails gently and report any abnormalities to the nurse
• CApply lotion between the toes to prevent dryness
• DUse a sharp instrument to remove calluses

When providing a bed bath to a resident in a Minnesota nursing home, the correct order for washing the body is:

• AFace, arms, chest, abdomen, legs, back, perineal area
• BArms, face, legs, back, perineal area
• CPerineal area, legs, arms, face, back
• DBack, legs, arms, chest, face, perineal area

A resident with an indwelling catheter has soiled the bed. According to Minnesota CNA protocol, what should the CNA do first?

• ARemove the catheter and clean the resident
• BCheck that the catheter tubing is not kinked and maintain a closed system
• CDisconnect the catheter bag for easier cleaning
• DIrrigate the catheter with sterile water

When using a bedpan for a female resident, the CNA should position it:

• AWith the wider, rounded end toward the head of the bed
• BWith the narrow end toward the head of the bed
• CFlat without any angle
• DPositioned sideways for easier access

A Minnesota nursing home resident refuses to take a shower. According to OBRA resident rights and Minnesota regulations, the CNA should:

• AInsist the resident take a shower as scheduled
• BRespect the resident's right to refuse and document the refusal
• CReport the refusal as non-compliant behavior
• DCall the family to convince the resident

When providing nail care to a resident without diabetes, the CNA should cut the nails:

• AStraight across and slightly rounded at the corners
• BCurved to match the shape of the toe
• CAs short as possible to prevent scratching
• DOnly if the resident requests it

When measuring a resident's blood pressure in a Minnesota facility, the CNA notices the reading is significantly higher than the previous reading. The CNA should:

• AWait 5 minutes and retake it on the same arm
• BRetake it immediately on the same arm
• CUse a different cuff size on the same arm
• DReport the abnormal reading to the nurse immediately without retaking

When positioning a resident in Fowler's position, the head of the bed should be elevated:

• A15-30 degrees
• B45-60 degrees
• C90 degrees
• DFlat with pillows behind the head

Under Minnesota MDH regulations, which of the following is within the CNA scope of practice for range of motion (ROM) exercises?

• APerforming passive ROM on all joints as ordered
• BPrescribing which joints need ROM exercises
• CDiagnosing joint limitations
• DOrdering physical therapy for the resident

When documenting intake and output for a Minnesota nursing home resident, the CNA should:

• AEstimate amounts if unsure of exact measurements
• BRecord only what the resident tells them they drank
• CMeasure and record all intake and output accurately in milliliters
• DDocument output only, not intake

A resident is on intake and output (I&O) monitoring. The CNA should include which of the following in the output measurement?

• AOnly urine output
• BUrine, emesis, and liquid stool
• COnly what the resident voids in the toilet
• DSolid bowel movements only