DC CNA Practice Questions - District Of Columbia Certified Nursing Assistant Exam

A resident with dysphagia at a DC nursing facility chokes on a glass of water. The CNA should first:

Encourage the resident to keep drinking to clear the airway Immediately switch the resident to thickened liquids without consulting the nurse Stop the fluid, call for the nurse immediately, and follow the resident's swallowing care plan Document the incident and notify the charge nurse at the end of the shift

Correct Answer:

Stop the fluid, call for the nurse immediately, and follow the resident's swallowing care plan

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