Which task is outside the usual scope of practice for a nurse aide?
Answer choices
- AAssisting a steady resident to walk with a gait belt as assigned
- BTaking and recording blood pressure as trained
- CHelping a resident with toileting and peri-care
- DInserting a peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter
About this question
Which task is outside the usual scope of practice for a nurse aide? Scope stems list ADL and vital sign tasks as distractors beside licensed nursing procedures. IV insertion is a classic high-search trap paired with gait-belt ambulation and peri-care. Read the wording and clinical context closely; those details determine the NNAAP competency being tested.
This item asks which action is OUT of scope. Inserting a peripheral IV catheter exceeds typical nurse aide authority. Assisting with ambulation using a gait belt, recording blood pressure, and helping with toileting are commonly within CNA duties when assigned. For inserting iv catheter outside cna scope, ask: does this require a nursing license or sterile authorization?
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Correct answer
- AAssisting a steady resident to walk with a gait belt as assigned
- BTaking and recording blood pressure as trained
- CHelping a resident with toileting and peri-care
- DInserting a peripheral intravenous (IV) catheterCorrect
Basic rationale
Inserting a peripheral IV catheter is a nursing or advanced clinical skill, not a standard CNA task. CNAs provide basic care and report observations within training and assignment.
Option explanations
- A: Incorrect. Gait-belt ambulation is commonly within CNA scope when assigned.
- B: Incorrect. Vital signs are typically within CNA duties.
- C: Incorrect. Toileting assistance is standard CNA care.
- D: Correct. Starting an IV is outside usual nurse aide scope.
Deep Analysis
Core logic
Scope of practice limits CNAs to assigned basic care tasks they are trained to perform. Starting an IV is beyond typical nurse aide authority.
Distractor analysis
A: Assisting with walking using a gait belt is a common CNA task when assigned and trained. B: Measuring and recording vital signs is typically within CNA role. C: Helping with toileting is standard personal care within scope.
Exam trap
Do not confuse helpfulness with legal scope. IVs stay with licensed clinicians.
Memory tip
CNA scope: ADLs and vitals yes; starting IVs no.
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