Which of the following is a typical task that an NA performs?

Which of the following is a typical task that an NA performs?

• A. Administering medication
• B. Helping residents with elimination needs
• C. Changing a sterile dressing on an open wound
• D. Prescribing treatments

Answer: (B)

Assisting with elimination needs is a typical task for a nursing assistant because CNAs focus on helping residents with daily living activities, including toileting and continence care. They help residents to the bathroom or provide bedpans or urinals, assist with incontinence care, and ensure privacy, safety, and comfort. This is within the CNA's scope and training. In contrast, administering medications requires a licensed nurse and proper procedures for dosing and safety; changing a sterile dressing on an open wound involves sterile technique and wound-care skills typically performed by licensed staff; prescribing treatments is outside the CNA role and requires a licensed prescriber.

Assisting with elimination needs is a typical task for a nursing assistant because CNAs focus on helping residents with daily living activities, including toileting and continence care. They help residents to the bathroom or provide bedpans or urinals, assist with incontinence care, and ensure privacy, safety, and comfort. This is within the CNA's scope and training. In contrast, administering medications requires a licensed nurse and proper procedures for dosing and safety; changing a sterile dressing on an open wound involves sterile technique and wound-care skills typically performed by licensed staff; prescribing treatments is outside the CNA role and requires a licensed prescriber.