Arizona Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Practice Test

After checking the water temperature for a shower, what should a nurse aide do next?

1. Ask another staff member to check the temperature

2. Ask the resident to check the water temperature

3. Proceed to bring the resident to the shower

4. Report the water temperature to the supervisor

The correct answer is: Ask the resident to check the water temperature

The appropriate action after checking the water temperature for a shower is to ensure the resident's comfort and safety. If the option to ask the resident to check the water temperature is chosen, it involves engaging the resident in the process and ensuring they find the temperature acceptable before proceeding. This promotes the resident's autonomy and helps to assess their comfort level without assuming that the temperature is suitable for them based on the aide's own judgment. On the other hand, involving another staff member to check the temperature doesn't directly address the resident's comfort. Simply bringing the resident to the shower without confirming their acceptance of the temperature may contribute to a negative experience. Reporting the temperature to a supervisor is unnecessary in this context, as the aide should prioritize the immediate interaction with the resident concerning the water temperature.