Oregon Certified Nursing Assistant State Practice Exam

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During which procedure must an NA always wear gloves?

  1. Shaving a resident

  2. Combing a resident's hair

  3. Dressing a resident

  4. Turning a resident

The correct answer is: Shaving a resident

Wearing gloves during the shaving of a resident is essential for several reasons. Firstly, it ensures the safety and hygiene of both the resident and the nursing assistant. Shaving can cause tiny cuts or nicks, which increases the risk of blood exposure. Gloves provide a barrier that protects the nursing assistant from any potential bloodborne pathogens. Furthermore, they help maintain a sterile environment, minimizing the risk of infection for the resident. In contrast, procedures such as combing a resident's hair, dressing a resident, or turning a resident may not involve direct contact with bodily fluids or pose significant risks of infection, which is why gloves are not always required in those situations. Proper hand hygiene and cleanliness practices are important in these tasks, but they do not necessitate the same level of protective equipment as shaving does.