Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Prometric Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT considered an Activity of Daily Living (ADL)?

1. Bathing

2. Eating

3. Changing the care plan to reflect the patient's changes in health and ability

4. Dressing

The correct answer is: Changing the care plan to reflect the patient's changes in health and ability

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are fundamental self-care tasks essential for an individual’s daily functioning and well-being. These activities typically include bathing, eating, dressing, toileting, and transferring (moving from one position to another, such as from bed to chair). They are critical in assessing a person’s level of independence and their need for assistance. In this context, changing the care plan to reflect a patient's changes in health and ability is not classified as an ADL. This task is part of the broader scope of healthcare management or clinical care, typically performed by healthcare professionals rather than something an individual would do for themselves. It involves assessing and planning care based on a patient's evolving health needs, which is outside the realm of personal self-care activities. Thus, while bathing, eating, and dressing are direct actions that contribute to a person's personal care routine, modifying a care plan is a professional responsibility that aims to adapt care strategies based on ongoing evaluations of the patient's condition.