Colorado CNA Practice Exam

If a client has hand tremors, the nurse aide should:

1. assist the client with activities of daily living (ADL) as needed

2. ignore the tremors

3. limit the client's activities

4. restrain the client's hands

The correct answer is: assist the client with activities of daily living (ADL) as needed

Assisting the client with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed is the best approach when a client has hand tremors. Hand tremors can affect a person's ability to perform tasks independently, such as eating, dressing, or grooming. By providing assistance, the nurse aide can help ensure that the client maintains their dignity and autonomy as much as possible, while also promoting safety and preventing frustration that may arise from difficulty in completing these tasks. This approach supports the overall well-being of the client, as it acknowledges their needs and encourages engagement in daily activities, which can be crucial for their emotional and psychological health. It also allows the nurse aide to provide support tailored to the individual’s level of ability, which can foster independence where possible. The other options would not serve the client's best interests. Ignoring the tremors would overlook a significant aspect of their condition, while limiting activities could lead to a loss of independence and lower quality of life. Restraining the client's hands would contradict the principles of person-centered care and could inflict harm or distress, both physically and emotionally. Therefore, providing assistance with ADLs is the most supportive and appropriate course of action.