A CNA exam story · Safety
A resident begins to fall while walking with a nurse aide. What is the safest action?
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B. Move behind the resident and ease them to the floor
The aide should protect the resident and self by controlling the fall as much as possible, then report immediately.
Remember: Safety and reporting are tested more often than heroic lifting.
Source: 42 CFR 483.152 nurse aide training program requirements