Colorado CNA Practice Exam

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In the event of a resident experiencing a seizure, a nursing assistant should:

Hold the resident down
Stay with the resident and protect them from injury
Leave the room to get help
Give the resident something to eat

The correct answer is: Hold the resident down

The correct action for a nursing assistant during a seizure is to stay with the resident and protect them from injury. This means ensuring they are in a safe environment, moving any potentially hazardous objects out of the way, and gently guiding them to the floor if they are standing. Holding the resident down can cause injury to both the resident and the assistant, as it may lead to muscle strain or other injuries during the seizure. Leaving the room to get help is not advisable; it is essential to remain with the resident to monitor their safety until the seizure ends. Lastly, giving food or drink during or immediately after a seizure poses a choking hazard and is not appropriate care during this event.