North Carolina CNA Written Practice Exam

To whom does a CNA report their findings and concerns?

1. Nursing supervisor

2. Patient's family

3. Medical doctor

4. Other CNAs

The correct answer is: Nursing supervisor

A CNA typically reports their findings and concerns to the nursing supervisor because this individual is responsible for overseeing the care provided by nursing staff and ensuring that patient needs are met effectively. The nursing supervisor has the authority to address issues, implement changes in care plans, and communicate with the healthcare team, including doctors and other specialists. By reporting to the nursing supervisor, the CNA ensures that important information reaches someone who can take appropriate actions based on the observations made during patient care. While it is important for CNAs to communicate with patients’ families and other team members, the nursing supervisor is the primary point of contact for professional reporting of concerns, which helps maintain a cohesive and organized approach to patient care. Medical doctors are usually informed of findings through nursing supervisors rather than direct communication from CNAs, and other CNAs may share insights, but they do not have the same authority to take action on care concerns as the nursing supervisor does.