CNA Practice Exam 1 Questions and
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In which of the following locations would a nursing assistant stand when assisting a resident who
has experienced a stroke to ambulate? ✔✔On the resident's af
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CNA Practice Exam 1 Questions and
Answers Passed with 100%
In which of the following locations would a nursing assistant stand when assisting a resident who
has experienced a stroke to ambulate? ✔✔On the resident's affected side
Which of the following is appropriate care for a resident who is agitated and talking loudly?
✔✔Speak to the resident in a calm, comforting manner
Gloves are to be worn when performing which of the following activities? ✔✔Performing pericare
Which of the following is an example of neglect? ✔✔Applying a restraint too tight
When a resident is dying, which sense is lost last? ✔✔Hearing
Which of the following is the first sign of a decubitus ulcer? ✔✔Redness
The nursing assistant demonstrates correct listening skills by which of the following activities?
✔✔Leaning toward the resident and responding when appropriate
Which of the following locations is the body temperature of a resident taken most often?
✔✔Oral
Which of the following is performed to increase muscle strength and joint mobility of a resident
who is unable to voluntarily move his or her limbs? ✔✔Passive range of motion exercises
When a resident is being transferred to a wheelchair by the nursing assistant, which of the
following is the position for the nursing assistant during the transfer? ✔✔In front of the
wheelchair
What is the first action of a nursing assistant before performing a procedure? ✔✔Checking the
resident's identification
Which muscles are injured most often when a nursing assistant does not use proper body
mechanics for a procedure? ✔✔Back muscles
Which of the following choices is not a safety precaution used for showering a resident?
✔✔Leaving the resident unattended in the shower
Which of the following phrases best defines the term STAT? ✔✔Immediately
Which of the following is the most appropriate action of the nursing assistant when a resident
complains of chest pain? ✔✔Call for help immediately
A bed that is free of wrinkles is necessary to prevent which of the following complications?
✔✔Pressure sore
In which of the following food groups is Vitamin D found? ✔✔Dairy
Which of the following is a true statement regarding religious beliefs? ✔✔Residents have a right
to practice their own religious beliefs
Which of the following choices is needed to communicate with a completely deaf resident?
✔✔Pen and paper
The nurse administering the wrong medication to a resident is an example of which of the
following? ✔✔Malpractice
A nursing assistant threatening to restrain a resident is an example of which of the following?
✔✔Assault
Select the appropriate equipment to use when giving mouth care to an unconscious resident.
✔✔Soft toothette
Which of the following is a description of a stage one decubitus ulcer? ✔✔Redness
Which of the following is the medical term for intestinal gas? ✔✔Flatus
Which of the following statements by a nursing assistant suggests that he or she has an
understanding of cultural awareness? ✔✔Care is planned to include a resident's cultural needs
The nursing assistant is offered a $10 tip by a family member for taking good care of her mother.
Which of the following is the best course of action for the nursing assistant? ✔✔Refuse to accept
money
Which of the following is the best action of the nursing assistant when assisting a resident with
a.m. (morning) care to encourage independence? ✔✔Allowing the resident to do as much as
possible for himself or herself and then assisting him or her with the rest of the a.m. care
It is appropriate for the nursing assistant to share resident information with all of the following
persons, except: ✔✔A member of the resident's church
When assisting a resident who has right - sided weakness to get dressed in the morning, which
arm is placed in the sleeve of the shirt first? ✔✔Right side (the affected side)
Which of the following products are applied to a resident's skin before shaving? ✔✔Shaving
cream
A resident has just been told of a family member's death. The best way to help the resident deal
with the death is by which of the following actions? ✔✔Staying with the resident and
encouraging him or her to talk
Which of the following is not part of the procedure when documenting in the medical record?
✔✔Write in pencil
As a nursing assistant, you can refuse to do a delegated task when which of the following
occurs? ✔✔It is not a task a nursing assistant should perform
Which of the following is the last action taken by the nursing assistant when making a resident's
bed? ✔✔Handwashing
Which of the following is the correct definition for NPO? ✔✔Nothing by mouth
Who is responsible to ask visitors to leave the resident's room before giving the resident a bath?
✔✔The nursing assistant preparing to give the bath
Which of the following is true regarding the resident's phone rights? ✔✔Access to phones and
privacy is provided to each resident
Which of the following is the first stage of grief as presented by Elizabeth Kubler - Ross?
✔✔Denial
Which of the following best defines restorative nursing? ✔✔All of the above. (Helping to regain
strength, promoting well - being, Increasing self - care ability)
Who should the nursing assistant report to when the resident is threatening to leave the facility
without physician permission? ✔✔Nurse
Which of the following is least likely to cause a skin tear? ✔✔Short cropped nails
A fellow nursing assistant comes to work under the influence of marijuana. As a member of the
health-care team, your best action is which of the following? ✔✔Inform the nurse immediately
An assigned resident does not want lifesaving measures to be performed if he expires. You know
the term written on the chart is which of the following? ✔✔DNR
Which of the following behaviors is considered a demonstration of caring? ✔✔Taking the time
to listen to the resident
If the nursing assistant recognizes that a resident is not eating enough, he or she should do which
of the following? ✔✔Offer dietary supplements as prescribed
When a resident falls, what is the most frequent injury that occurs? ✔✔Fractured hip
In which of the following conditions is a cold pack applied? ✔✔To decrease swelling
Which of the following is not a sign of impending death? ✔✔Stable vital signs
Select the observation that should be reported to the nurse STAT? ✔✔Respiratory rate of 38
The resident is to be placed in Fowler's position. Which of the following is the correct definition
of this position? ✔✔Head of bed 45 - 60 degrees with legs either bent or straight
When helping to lift a resident up in bed, which of the following positions demonstrates proper
use of body mechanics? ✔✔Bend slightly at the waist, keep knees partially flexed, and lift with
your leg muscles.
Washing your hands appropriately is important to reduce the spread of infection. Which of the
following directions is false? ✔✔If hands are visibly soiled, you may use alcohol-based hand
sanitizer.
When wearing gloves, remember to do which of the following to ensure adequate protection?
✔✔Wash our hands before and after glove use.
When caring for a resident who is anxious, it is important for the nursing assistant to do which of
the following? ✔✔Remain calm and speak softly.
When a confused resident is placed in restraints by the nurse, the nursing assistant knows which
of the following is true? ✔✔Assessment of the resident needs such as bathroom, repositioning,
and circulation must be conducted at least every 2 hours.
The nursing assistant is walking a resident around the unit, and the resident starts to fall. The first
action of the nursing assistant should be which of the following? ✔✔Get behind the resident and
ease the patient to the ground slowly
Which of the following terms is used to define when a resident becomes more confused each day
during the evening or night hours? ✔✔Sundowner's syndrome
The nursing assistant is ready to enter Mrs. Jame Smith's room to care for her. Which of the
following is the best way to approach Mrs. Smith? ✔✔"Good morning, Mrs. Smith. I am Mrs.
Jones the nursing assistant on duty today. How may I help you?"
A nursing assistant smells smoke in the nursing facility. A resident is found smoking a cigarette.
Which of the following actions is correct? ✔✔Tell the resident that it is a safety hazard and ask
him or her to go outside
The resident consumed 3 ounces of juice. How many milliliters should the nursing assistant
document on the flow sheet? ✔✔90 mL
When a resident refuses a bath, the nursing assistant should perform which of the following
actions? ✔✔Respect the resident's wishes
Which of the following is an appropriate response to a resident who is making sexual comments?
✔✔"The comment is not acceptable to me"
Which of the following devices is used to prevent contractures? ✔✔Hand roll
What is the medical term for high blood pressure? ✔✔Hypertension
When residents have visitors, it is important for the nursing assistant to do which of the
following? ✔✔Provide privacy
Which of the following is the correct method of washing the perineum of a resident who has an
indwellling catheter? ✔✔Wash away from the meatus
The nursing assistant is cleaning a resident's dentures. Which of the following is a correct safety
precaution? ✔✔The nursing assistant places a towel in the sink while cleaning the dentures
The resident calls the nursing assistant into his room to tell her that his dentures are lost. Which
of the following is the best action of the nursing assistant? ✔✔Notify the charge nurse
Washing your hands as a nursing assistant is very important. Which of the following is a part of
the handwashing procedure? ✔✔Applying friction for 15 - 20 seconds
The nursing assistant overhears a conversation about a resident on the elevator at work. The
nursing assistant knows this is a violation of which of the following? ✔✔The resident's right to
privacy
Which of the following is true regarding the use of a gait belt? ✔✔Use a rocking and pulling
motion when using the belt to get up from a sitting position.
Which of the following is the correct method for counting respirations? ✔✔Look at your watch
and the resident's abdomen at the same time
Which of the following is not included in the resident's right to information? ✔✔Right to free or
reduced medical care
Which of the following best defines quadriplegia? ✔✔No movement of all four extremities
One of the residents you care for is a member of your church. When someone from the church
inquires about the resident's medical condition, you best response should be which of the
following? ✔✔Inform the person that all information regarding all residents is confidential and
you cannot disclose the information to him or her
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