Colorado CNA case studies
Colorado CNA · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The Colorado Nurse Aide (CNA) Competency Examination is the evaluation a nurse aide candidate must pass to be certified to work in Colorado. It is intended for people who have completed a state-approved nurse aide training program - or who otherwise qualify to test - and who plan to provide direct resident care in long-term care and other health care settings. The Colorado CNA case studies are 5 cases and about 3,456 words.
1Morning Vitals That Don't Match the Baseline
Alvarez, 78, was admitted two days ago with pneumonia and is receiving IV antibiotics. At 0700 you take his vital signs: temperature 38.6 °C (101.5 °F) oral, pulse 104, respirations 24, blood pressure 96/58 (his admission baseline was 138/80), and SpO2 90% on room air.
681 words, about 3 min2A Refused Bath, a Red Sacrum, and a Breakfast Cart Waiting
Delgado, 74, has been on the unit for three weeks since a stroke left her weak on the right side. She stands and walks short distances with one person assisting and a walker.
687 words, about 3 min3The Resident Who Says He Won't Be Here Next Week
Whitfield, 70, moved in five days ago after a fall at home. His wife died three months ago.
719 words, about 4 min4The 4 p.m. Exit-Seeker
Kwan, 85, has moderate Alzheimer's disease and moved in two weeks ago. Every day around 1600 she becomes restless, paces the hallway, and walks into other residents' rooms, picking up their belongings.
712 words, about 4 min5Four Days After a Hip Replacement, at 0300
Boone, 80, is four days out from a right total hip replacement. His care plan reads: weight bearing as tolerated with a walker, one staff assist, no hip flexion past 90 degrees, no crossing legs, no turning the right leg inward, up for all meals.
657 words, about 3 min