1. When providing basic nursing care, which of the following is the primary responsibility of a nurse aide? A) Administering medications B) Performing surgical procedures C) Ensuring comfort and safety of residents D) Diagnosing health conditions Correct Answer: C) Ensuring comfort and safety of residents Rationale: The primary role of a nurse aide in basic nursing care is to ensure that residents are comfortable and safe, as they are not qualified to administer medications, perform surgical procedures, or diagnose conditions. 2. A resident with limited mobility needs to be repositioned. What is the best practice for a nurse aide to follow? A) Reposition every four hours. B) Use mechanical lifts without assistance. C) Reposition every two hours to prevent pressure ulcers. D) Wait for the resident to request repositioning. Correct Answer: C) Reposition e