Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Prometric Practice Exam

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When a small fire is noticed in a nursing home, what should the CNA do after evacuating the patients?

Try to extinguish the fire with a blanket
Seal the door to contain the smoke
Sound the alarm/alert others to the fire
Wait for the fire department to arrive

The correct answer is: Sound the alarm/alert others to the fire

After evacuating the patients in the event of a fire, sounding the alarm or alerting others to the fire is crucial for ensuring the safety of everyone in the nursing home. This action initiates the emergency protocols that communities have in place for fire situations, allowing trained personnel to respond appropriately and quickly. Immediately alerting others ensures that everyone is aware of the danger and can take necessary actions, such as evacuating the building and calling for professional help. It is important to prioritize effective communication in emergencies. Without sounding the alarm, the response team may not be activated, delaying critical action against the fire. While other actions might be relevant in different contexts, such as sealing doors to contain smoke when that is the first response, they do not take precedence over alerting others. It’s essential to ensure that the proper authorities know about the fire so they can manage it safely and efficiently.