Arizona Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Practice Test

Which action can a nursing home take to prevent residents from leaving the facility?

1. Provide staff to monitor exits

2. Place large stop signs on doors

3. Install security cameras

4. Restrict the use of door locks

The correct answer is: Place large stop signs on doors

The action of placing large stop signs on doors to prevent residents from leaving the facility is unlikely to be effective. While visuals may serve as a reminder for some individuals, they do not have any legal or physical authority to actually prevent someone from exiting. Signage is not a proactive measure and does not involve direct supervision or monitoring of residents’ actions. In comparison, providing staff to monitor exits is a proactive and direct approach to ensuring residents’ safety. Having staff members present can create a supportive environment, allowing for immediate assistance if a resident attempts to leave. Likewise, installing security cameras acts as a deterrent by allowing staff to monitor behaviors and interactions, ensuring that residents are safe. Similarly, restricting the use of door locks can maintain accessibility while also providing a means for staff to regulate who exits the facility. Thus, both monitoring exits and ensuring proper oversight through technology or staffing are recognized methods to enhance security and protect residents, while signage alone does not achieve the same level of control or safety.