CNA SKILL- PERFORMING NAIL CARE EXAM QUESTIONS

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CNA SKILL- PERFORMING NAIL CARE EXAM QUESTIONS

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Question 1: When should you not perform nail care?

Answer:

If a resident is on anti-coagulant therapy. These medications increase the risk for bleeding.Question 2: What are we looking for, when we inspect a residents nails during nail care?

Answer:

Signs of inflammation or fungal growth. This includes discoloration, swelling, redness, or ingrown areas.

Question 3: When should you not perform nail care?

Answer:

If a resident is a diabetic. Care should be performed by a doctor, as they are prone to decreased healing abilities.

Question 4: Why is nail care important?

Answer:

Unconscious or medicated residents can easily scratch their skin. This can lead to infection.

Question 5: Why do we not want jagged or sharp edges on residents nails?

Answer:

They can cause cuts on the residents skin, increasing risk of infection through break in skin.

Question 6: How can we prevent passing infection during nail care?

Answer:

Ensure equipment, such as scissors or trimmers, are clean and sterile.

Question 7: Why do we perform nail care?

Answer:

Some residents are unable to perform their own finger and toe nail care, and need assistance with keeping nails clean and trimmed.

Question 8: How could improper nail care lead to the spread of infection?

Answer:

Nails, and nail beds, carry a variety of microorganisms.

Question 9: What should you do before you begin nail care?

Answer:

Wash your hands and don clean gloves.