Wisconsin CNA State Exam Vocabulary Practice

What do we call moral or legal entitlements to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way?

1. Restraint

2. Resident's chart

3. Rights

4. Resuscitation

The correct answer is: Rights

The term that describes moral or legal entitlements to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way is "rights." Rights are fundamental principles that recognize an individual's entitlements, often grounded in legal or ethical standards. In the context of healthcare and patient care, rights can encompass areas such as the right to receive care, the right to consent to treatment, and the right to privacy, among others. Understanding rights is crucial for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) as they advocate for residents and ensure that their needs and preferences are respected. In contrast, "restraint" refers to methods used to limit a person's movement and is often a means to ensure safety, but it does not represent an entitlement. A "resident's chart" is a record that contains the medical and personal information of a resident but does not define entitlements. "Resuscitation" pertains to actions taken to revive someone in a medical emergency and does not relate to entitlements or rights.