CNA Practice Test
Mental health and dementiaQuestion 717 of 1700

What is a good care approach for a resident with PTSD?

  1. Keep the room and daily routine steady and predictable
  2. Change the room layout often to distract
  3. Use surprise events to test reactions
  4. Raise the noise level in the room
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Correct answer: Keep the room and daily routine steady and predictable

A steady environment and routine, and awareness of triggers, help the resident.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.4: Caring for Clients With Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026