Which task is NOT within a CNA's typical scope of practice?

Which task is NOT within a CNA's typical scope of practice?

• A. Assisting with activities of daily living
• B. Observing and reporting changes to the nurse
• C. Providing basic personal care under supervision
• D. Administering medications

Answer: (D)

Administering medications is not within a CNA’s typical scope of practice. CNAs focus on helping with daily living activities, providing basic personal care, and closely observing and reporting changes to the nurse. Tasks like assisting with bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility, and hygiene are core parts of their role and done under supervision. Providing or handling medications, including giving doses or making decisions about drug use, requires licensed nursing staff and specific training to ensure patient safety and correct administration. CNAs may observe for side effects and report them, but the actual administration of medications is reserved for licensed nurses.

Administering medications is not within a CNA’s typical scope of practice. CNAs focus on helping with daily living activities, providing basic personal care, and closely observing and reporting changes to the nurse. Tasks like assisting with bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility, and hygiene are core parts of their role and done under supervision. Providing or handling medications, including giving doses or making decisions about drug use, requires licensed nursing staff and specific training to ensure patient safety and correct administration. CNAs may observe for side effects and report them, but the actual administration of medications is reserved for licensed nurses.