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Certified Nursing Assistant Exam Prep

Category - Role of the Aide

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You are assisting the nurse in the admission of Mrs. Anderson in the nursing home. While you are arranging her clothes and other personal belongings in the closet, she instantly grabs a teddy bear from you and angrily shouts, “Nobody touches my Teddy! Go away!” Which of the following is the best response?
  1. “This is not allowed here. I will place this in the office for safe keeping.”
  2. “I understand that this is special to you. I will not take it away from you.”
  3. “You can only have your teddy bear if you are in the day room.”
  4. “I will ask my supervisor if you will be allowed to have it here with you.”
Explanation
Answer: B -The client has the right to keep and use personal items. Some items provide comfort and security. The client may not know why or even always recognize the item. Still, it is important to keep personal items safe from loss or damage.
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