CNA Practice Test
Personal careQuestion 824 of 1700

How should the resident’s head be elevated after the meal?

  1. Flat in the bed
  2. At about 10 degrees
  3. At about 15 degrees
  4. At least 30 degrees
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Correct answer: At least 30 degrees

Leave the head up at least 30 degrees after feeding.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.22: Skills Checklist- Preparing Clients for Meals and Assisting With Feeding

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026