Assisting a Resident who is dependent with a meal

Question 1

Step 1 hands

Answer 1

Perform Hand Hygiene
1. Cover all surfaces of hands with sanitizer
2. Rub hands together until hands are completely dry.

Question 2

Step 2 procedure

Answer 2

Explain the procedure to the resident

Question 3

Step 3 name

Answer 3

Ask the resident to state their name and verify the name matches the name on the diet card

Question 4

Step 4 position

Answer 4

Position the resident in an upright position, at least 45 degrees

Question 5

Step 5 protect

Answer 5

Protect the resident’s clothing from soiling by using napkin, clothing protector, or towel

Question 6

Step 6 hands

Answer 6

Perform hand hygiene for the resident BEFORE assisting them with their meal

Question 7

Step 7 BEFORE

Answer 7

Ensure the resident’s hands are dry BEFORE assisting them with their meal

Question 8

Step 8 EYE

Answer 8

Position yourself at eye level facing the resident while assisting them with their meal

Question 9

Step 9 describe

Answer 9

Describe the foods being offered to the resident

Question 10

Step 10 fluid

Answer 10

Offer each fluid frequently

Question 11

Step 11 food

Answer 11

Offer small amounts of food at a reasonable rate

Question 12

Step 12 time

Answer 12

Allow the resident time to chew and swallow

Question 13

Step 13 wipe

Answer 13

Wipe the resident’s face furing meal at least one time
1. Actor will say “I’m full” before all the solid food and fluids are gone

Question 14

Step 14 clean

Answer 14

Leave the resident clean

Question 15

Step 15 position

Answer 15

Leave the resident in the bed with the head of the bed set up to at least 30 degrees

Question 16

Step 16 record

Answer 16

Record the intake as a percentage of the total solid food eaten on the previously signed recording form

Question 17

Step 17 bold

Answer 17

Candidate’s calculation must be within 25% of the RN test observer’s

Question 18

Step 18 record

Answer 18

Record the sum total of the estimated fluid intake in ml on the previously signed recording form

Question 19

Step 19 bold

Answer 19

Candidate’s calculation must be within 60ml of the RN test observer’s

Question 20

Step 20 maintain

Answer 20

Maintain respectful, courteous interpersonal interactions at all times

Question 21

Step 21 call

Answer 21

Place the call light or signaling device within easy reach of the resident

Question 22

Step 22 hands

Answer 22

Perform Hand Hygiene
1. Cover all surfaces of hands with sanitizer
2. Rub hands together until hands are completely dry.