CNA Basics Challenge: How Much Do You Really Know?

A CNA notices that a patient’s skin is pale and cool to the touch. What should the CNA do?

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Correct Incorrect Changes like pallor and cool skin can indicate serious issues and must be reported promptly to nurses for evaluation.

A CNA notices that a patient’s skin is pale and cool to the touch. What should the CNA do?

• Report these signs to the nurse immediately
• Give the patient food without assistance
• Ignore it, as it is probably not serious
• Administer medication