Colorado CNA Practice Exam

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Prepare for your Colorado CNA Exam with our engaging quiz focused on key concepts and questions. Each quiz features multiple-choice questions that mimic the format of the actual exam with hints and explanations. Get ready to excel in your nursing assistant journey!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

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Before applying a prosthesis, the area must be:

Bandaged
Dry
Moisturized
Warmed

The correct answer is: Bandaged

Before applying a prosthesis, the area must be bandaged. This is important to protect the skin and provide a barrier between the skin and the prosthesis. Bandaging helps prevent friction, pressure, and irritation that can occur when the prosthesis comes into direct contact with the skin. It also helps to promote proper fit and comfort of the prosthesis. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because the area should not be dry, moisturized, or warmed before applying a prosthesis. Dry skin can increase friction and irritation, moisturized skin can affect the fit of the prosthesis, and warmed skin can lead to discomfort and potential damage to the skin.