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The nurse aide enters the room of a resident who is blind. What should the aide do first?
- A.Move the chair to a new place without mentioning it
- B.Touch the resident's arm without saying anything first
- C.Turn off the lights because the resident does not need them
- D.Say your name and role and explain what you are going to do
Correct answer
D. Say your name and role and explain what you are going to do
Why
A resident who cannot see needs a verbal introduction and an explanation before care begins, which prevents startling and builds trust. Moving furniture silently, touching without warning, or changing lighting without explanation can cause confusion or injury.
Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Communication: Vision Loss · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-079).