Oregon Certified Nursing Assistant State Practice Exam

If a resident's walker appears to be too short, what should the nursing assistant do?

1. The NA should adjust the height of the walker for the resident

2. The NA should inform the nurse

3. The NA should see if the resident can adjust the height

4. The NA should suggest the resident needs a new one

The correct answer is: The NA should adjust the height of the walker for the resident

The correct approach when a resident's walker appears to be too short is to adjust the height of the walker for the resident. This ensures that the walker is properly set up to accommodate the individual's height and support their mobility needs effectively. An appropriately adjusted walker helps prevent falls and ensures that the resident can use it comfortably and safely, fostering independence and enhancing their overall quality of life. While other choices may seem practical, they do not address the immediate need for the resident's safety. Informing the nurse might lead to a longer wait for adjustments, seeing if the resident can adjust it themselves contradicts the training and expertise of the nursing assistant, and suggesting a new one does not address the current problem swiftly. Adjusting the height directly ensures that the resident can get back to using their walker without unnecessary delay.