Vital signs and reportingQuestion 468 of 1700

Why should you report subtle changes in a resident's behavior, mood or movement to the nurse promptly?

  1. Only the nurse is allowed to write notes in the chart
  2. Changes in mood and mobility always mean an emergency
  3. The state requires an NA report to be given each hour
  4. You are with residents a lot and may notice changes first
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Correct answer: You are with residents a lot and may notice changes first

NAs report changes promptly to support safe, quality care.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 7.1: Introduction to Demonstrate Reporting and Documentation of Client Data

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026