CHPNA Practice Questions - Certified Hospice And Palliative Nursing Assistant Exam

Access More Questions

During oral care, an unresponsive patient has pooled saliva and cannot swallow on command. Which action is most appropriate?

Pour a small amount of water into the mouth to rinse thoroughly Use swabs or a soft brush with minimal fluid and position the head to allow drainage Delay oral care until the patient becomes alert enough to spit Place a straw between the lips so the patient can sip water

Correct Answer:

Use swabs or a soft brush with minimal fluid and position the head to allow drainage

Access more questions from this quiz

Continue to CHPNA Practice Questions - Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant Exam for more practice questions and the full quiz experience.

Access More Questions