TL;DR
Understand the legal boundaries of your professional role, including what tasks you can and cannot perform. Scope of practice knowledge prevents liability and is a foundational topic on the CNA Written Examination (NNAAP).
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CNA Written Examination (NNAAP) · Client Rights & Legal/Ethics
This module covers Scope of Practice as part of the Client Rights & Legal/Ethics section, testing your understanding of core concepts and their practical application.
| Exam | CNA Written Examination (NNAAP) |
| Pass Rate | 87% |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Module | Scope of Practice |
Why Scope of Practice matters
Scope of Practice is a commonly tested topic on the CNA Written Examination (NNAAP) because it covers fundamental knowledge required for competent professional practice.
Sample Practice Questions (5)
1. Which of the following tasks is OUTSIDE the CNA's scope of practice?
- Measuring vital signs
- Administering medications
- Assisting with bathing and dressing
- Collecting a urine specimen
2. HIPAA protects a resident's right to:
- Refuse medication
- Confidentiality of their health information
- Choose their own physician
- Have visitors at any time
3. A CNA is in the elevator with a visitor and discusses a resident's diagnosis. This is a violation of:
- OBRA
- OSHA
- HIPAA
- The Americans with Disabilities Act
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- Administering medications to residents
- Measuring and recording vital signs
- Inserting an intravenous (IV) line
- Diagnosing a resident's medical condition
5. Negligence in healthcare means:
- Intentionally harming a resident
- Failing to provide the standard of care that a reasonable person would provide, resulting in harm
- Providing excellent care that exceeds expectations
- Following the care plan exactly as written
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