Question 1

What position should a resident be placed in before assisting them with eating?

Accepted Answer

The resident should be in an upright sitting position, ideally at a 90-degree angle, to reduce the risk of aspiration during eating.

Question 2

How long should a CNA wait between offering bites of food to a resident who needs feeding assistance?

Accepted Answer

The CNA should wait until the resident has fully chewed and swallowed the previous bite before offering the next one, typically allowing enough time to prevent choking.

Question 3

What is the CNA's responsibility when a resident refuses to eat?

Accepted Answer

The CNA must respect the resident's right to refuse, document the refusal, and report it to the nurse so the care plan can be re-evaluated.

Question 4

Which observation during mealtime should be reported to the nurse immediately?

Accepted Answer

Coughing, choking, gagging, or difficulty swallowing during meals must be reported immediately, as these can indicate dysphagia and risk of aspiration.

Question 5

What does the term 'dysphagia' mean, and why is it important for a CNA to know?

Accepted Answer

Dysphagia means difficulty swallowing. CNAs must recognize it because it increases the risk of aspiration, which can lead to aspiration pneumonia.

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