Question

If a resident refuses to wear a clothing protector, the NA should *

A) Respect the resident's refusal
B) Refuse to serve the resident until she puts it on
C) Insist the resident wear it
D)Point out to the resident that she is making her work more difficult"

Answer 1

The appropriate response is to respect the resident's refusal and also point out the potential consequences of not wearing a clothing protector.

Step-by-step explanation:

The appropriate response if a resident refuses to wear a clothing protector is to Respect the resident's refusal (option A).

As a nursing assistant, it is important to respect the autonomy and preferences of the residents. While wearing a clothing protector may be recommended for the resident's safety and hygiene, ultimately they decide to make.

However, it is important to communicate the potential consequences of not wearing a clothing protector. This can be done by pointing out to the resident that she is making her work more difficult (option D). By highlighting the impact on the resident's quality of care and the extra challenges faced by the nursing assistant, the resident may reconsider their refusal.