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CNA Practice Exam 100 Questions with Verified Answers What is one important reason why the bed should remain wrinkle-free? - CORRECT ANSWER to help keep... [Show More] the skin healthy and prevent pressure sores What is the term for a device that replaces a missing body pat? - CORRECT ANSWER prosthesis To convert four ounces of water to milliters (ml or mL), the nurse assistant should multiply four by: - CORRECT ANSWER 30 Which of the following healthcare settings is for people who will die in six months? - CORRECT ANSWER hospice Which of the following abbreviations means "nothing by mouth"? - CORRECT ANSWER NPO Exercises that put each joint through its full arc of motion are called: - CORRECT ANSWER range of motion What is the medical term for high blood pressure? - CORRECT ANSWER hypertension What is a task that is outside the scope of practice for an NA? - CORRECT ANSWER inserting tubes into a resident's body Standard Precautions should be practiced - CORRECT ANSWER on every single person in your care Which kind of care helps restore a resident to the highest level of functioning possible? - CORRECT ANSWER rehabilitation If an activity is not listed on the care plan, what is the responsibility of a NA? - CORRECT ANSWER The NA should not perform the activity if it is not listed on the care plan. Restraints can be applied: - CORRECT ANSWER only with a doctor's orders Generally, the last sense to leave a dying person is the sense of - CORRECT ANSWER hearing What is a normal range of a blood pressure? - CORRECT ANSWER varies 119/75 is an example Incontinence may be caused by: - CORRECT ANSWER nervous system diseases Standing with the legs shoulder-width apart is using - CORRECT ANSWER good body mechanics Aftr an amputation, a resident may experience phantom sensation. Phantom sensation is - CORRECT ANSWER pain or sensation caused by remaining nerve endings How should a fracture pan be positioned? - CORRECT ANSWER with the handle toward the foot of the bed What does palliative care involve? - CORRECT ANSWER pain relief and comfort Nursing assistants do not usually perform procedures that require - CORRECT ANSWER sterile technique Insulin reaction can be caused by - CORRECT ANSWER too little food Which of the following is a requirement of OBRA? - CORRECT ANSWER nursing assistants must have at least 75 hours of training What is a good way for a nursing assistant to care for a mentally ill resident? - CORRECT ANSWER support the resident and his or her family and friends When should sheets be changed? - CORRECT ANSWER whenever they are soiled, wrinkled, or damp What does the chain of command do? - CORRECT ANSWER describes the line of authority What is a good way for a nursing assistant to respond to inappropriate sexual behavior? - CORRECT ANSWER take the resident to a private area What should a nursing assistant do if she suspects a resident is being abused? - CORRECT ANSWER she should report it to the nurse immediately and let him/her handle it from there What is one good way a nursing assistant can assist residents with normal changes of aging related to the urinary system? - CORRECT ANSWER offer frequent trips to the bathroom Which of the following is true of Transmission-Based Precautions? - CORRECT ANSWER they are practiced in addition to Standard Precautions What can nursing assistants do in regards to IVs? - CORRECT ANSWER Nursing assistants will observe the IV site for problems Passive range of motion exercises are done - CORRECT ANSWER when a resident cannot move on her own Which of the following is used when documenting the amount of fluid a resident drinks? - CORRECT ANSWER milliters When encountering a fire, a nursing assistant should first - CORRECT ANSWER remove resident from danger What is a common "cliche"? - CORRECT ANSWER It will all work out in the end. What member of the care team might help a resident learn to use adaptive devices for eating or dressing? - CORRECT ANSWER occupational therapist A way to prevent aspiration during oral care of unconscious residents include: - CORRECT ANSWER using as little liquid as possible when giving oral care Providing privacy while giving care is a patient's - CORRECT ANSWER legal right What is something a nursing assistant needs to observe and report regarding the musculoskeletal system: - CORRECT ANSWER white, shiny, red, or warm areas over a joint What is one way a nursing assistant can promote a resident's independence? - CORRECT ANSWER allowing a resident to do a task by himself no matter how long it takes hime To treat a minor burn, a nursing assistant should - CORRECT ANSWER use cool, clean water For a nursing assitant, confidentiality means - CORRECT ANSWER keeping private things private When leaving a resident's room, a nursing assistant should - CORRECT ANSWER restock supplies and leave the call light within reach What should a nursing assistant do each time a patient is repositioned? - CORRECT ANSWER should check residents'skin each time they are repositioned Which is the most essential nutrient for life? - CORRECT ANSWER water Which sense is usually last to leave the body when a person is dying? - CORRECT ANSWER hearing What is a function of the nervous system? - CORRECT ANSWER senses and interprets information from outside the body During a seizure an NA should - CORRECT ANSWER keep the resident safe The ability to think logically and quickly is called - CORRECT ANSWER cognition How can a nursing assistant help residents with their spirtual needs? - CORRECT ANSWER learn about resident's beliefs and listen carefully If a resident with Alzheimer's disease has problems with dressing, the nursing assistant should: - CORRECT ANSWER lay out clothes in the order they should be put on What is a type of advance directive: - CORRECT ANSWER Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Which type of urine speciment does not include the first and last urine in the sample? - CORRECT ANSWER clean catch ___________is maintaining equal intake and output. - CORRECT ANSWER fluid balance How should a resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) be positioned? - CORRECT ANSWER sitting upright The first sign of skin breakdown is - CORRECT ANSWER pale, white, reddened, or purple skin The single most important thing you can do to prevent the spread of disease is to - CORRECT ANSWER wash your hands Which temperature site is generally considered to be the most accurate? - CORRECT ANSWER rectal What may influence a food preference? - CORRECT ANSWER religion A ___________ is the permanent and painful stiffening of a joint and muscle. - CORRECT ANSWER contracture Diabetes can lead to what complications: - CORRECT ANSWER impaired wound healing Where should the call light be placed when a nursing assistant leaves a resident's room? - CORRECT ANSWER within the resident's reach Why should a nursing assistant be concerned if he notices that areas of a resident's skin have become pale, white, or a reddened color? - CORRECT ANSWER it could be the beginning of a pressure sore What can an overbed table be used for? - CORRECT ANSWER placement of meals Pressure sores can lead to: - CORRECT ANSWER life-threatening infections If a resident starts to fall, the best thing an NA can do is to: - CORRECT ANSWER widen her stance and bring the resident's body close to her Ten ounces is equal to ____ milliliters (mL) - CORRECT ANSWER 300 An attitude that is helpful in hospice work is - CORRECT ANSWER respect privacy and independence If a resident with Alzheimer's disease shows violent behavior, the nursing assistant should - CORRECT ANSWER remove triggers In which of the following procedures must a nursing assistant always wear gloves? - CORRECT ANSWER shaving What thermometer is used to take a temperature from the ear? - CORRECT ANSWER tympanic thermometer HIV can be transmitted - CORRECT ANSWER to a fetus by an infected mother When assisting a resident with a standard bedpan, where should the wider end of the bedpan be placed? - CORRECT ANSWER in alignment with the resident's buttocks The artificial opening in the abdomen of a resident with an ostomy is called a - CORRECT ANSWER stoma Which is true about nursing assistants and catheters? - CORRECT ANSWER NAs observe and report regarding catheters Which of the following statements is true of pain? - CORRECT ANSWER pain is a different experience for each person What is a guideline for good skin care? - CORRECT ANSWER check the resident's skin daily and report changes When a resident has left-sided weakness, which sleeve should be put on first? - CORRECT ANSWER left sleeve With whom may a nursing assistant share a resident's medical information? - CORRECT ANSWER other staff members involved in the resident's care How many rubber-tipped feet does a quad can have? - CORRECT ANSWER four If a nursing assistant sees a letter for the resident at the front desk, she should - CORRECT ANSWER take the opened letter to the resident's room Where should the nursing assistant stand when helping a resident who is recovering from a stroke to walk? - CORRECT ANSWER on the resident's weaker side When communicating with a resident who is visually-impaired, the nursing assistant should - CORRECT ANSWER tell the resident what the nursing assistant is doing while careing for him A nursing assistant should wear gloves when - CORRECT ANSWER giving perineal care to a resident In order to communicate with a resident who is hearing-impaired, the nursing assistant should - CORRECT ANSWER face the resident directly when speaking Before helping a resident eat, how should the nursing assistant position the resident? - CORRECT ANSWER sitting as upright as possible When speaking with residents, nursing assistants should - CORRECT ANSWER use simple, non-medical terms To prevent falls, a nursing assistant should - CORRECT ANSWER keep walkways free of clutter Which position is a resident in if he is lying on his stomach? - CORRECT ANSWER prone position When assisting a patient with dentures, a nursing assistant should - CORRECT ANSWER clean dentures should be returned to the resident or stored in a denture cup that is labeled When providing perineal care for a female resident, the nursing assistant should - CORRECT ANSWER wipe from front to back When observing catheters, a nursing assistant should be sure that - CORRECT ANSWER the drainage bag is kept lower than the hips or bladder Which member of the care team diagnoses disease and prescribes treatment? - CORRECT ANSWER physician (MD) A resident's proteced health information (PIH) may be shared with: - CORRECT ANSWER only those who need the information for care or processing of records What is an example of physical abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER pinching a resident What is the correct conversion of 4:10p.m. to military time? - CORRECT ANSWER 1610 hours Joking with a resident's roommate about the resident's incontinence is what type of abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER phychological abuse What is the correct conversion of 1900 hours to standard time? - CORRECT ANSWER 7:00p.m. When should a nursing assistant identify a resident? - CORRECT ANSWER befrore helping with feeding What is an example of a normal change of aging? - CORRECT ANSWER weaker muscles When using a transfer belt, the NA should: - CORRECT ANSWER place it over a resident's clothing [Show Less]
CNA WRITTEN TEST 60 QUESTIONS with Verified Answers The correct answer is A. Standing behind him and using a transfer belt protects both the client and ... [Show More] the aide. - CORRECT ANSWER When assisting a client in learning to use a walker, it is important to: A. stand behind him and use a transfer belt. B. put padding all the way around the top rim. C. let him walk by himself so he gains independence. D. let him practice using the walker on the day he is discharged. The correct answer is B. Urinary retention refers to an inability to urinate. Retention of urine is a symptom that should be reported to the charge nurse as soon as it is noted. - CORRECT ANSWER Urinary retention refers to A. a normal output of urine. B. an inability to urinate. C. Incontinence. D. a large output of urine The correct answer is A. Because of this aspect of hearing loss, the aged hear well if you lower your voice. Shouting in a high-pitched voice does not help. - CORRECT ANSWER Normal hearing loss in aging is usually related to the ability to hear A. high-pitched sounds. B. loud sounds. C. all sounds. D. rapid speech. The correct answer is D. A confused patient may answer to any name or lie down in any bed. - CORRECT ANSWER The best way to safely identify your patient is by A. asking his name. B. calling his name and waiting for his response. C. checking the bed plate. D. checking the name tag The correct answer is A. The nurse aide should report it to the charge nurse. Nurse aides cannot order a procedure or increase fluids. Anything unusual must be reported to the nurse in charge. - CORRECT ANSWER Mrs. Jones is on a bowel and bladder training program. She has not had a bowel movement for three days. What should the nurse aide do? A. Report it to the charge nurse. B. Give the patient an enema. C. Offer prune juice. D. Increase fluids. The correct answer is C. The proper medical abbreviation for before meals is a.c. - CORRECT ANSWER The proper medical abbreviation for before meals is A. p.c. B. b.i.d. C. a.c. D. t.i.d. The correct answer is B. The proper medical term for high blood pressure is hypertension - CORRECT ANSWER The proper medical term for high blood pressure is A. diabetes. B. hypertension. C. hypotension. D. CVA. The correct answer is D. A mechanical soft diet is easy to chew, swallow, and digest. - CORRECT ANSWER A patient who has difficulty chewing or swallowing will need what type of diet? A. clear liquid B. low residue C. bland D. mechanical soft The correct answer is C. Helping her locate her room on her own would make Ms. Lee feel better about herself. - CORRECT ANSWER Mrs Smith is an 81-year-old resident with Alzheimer's disease and cannot find her room. What should the nurse aide do to help Mrs Smith feel more independent? A. Scold her and tell her to stay in the room. B. Ask her roommate to watch her. C. Place a familiar object outside her room door. D. Write the room number on a piece of paper. The correct answer is A. Input and output are totaled once per shift as well as every 24 hours - CORRECT ANSWER How often should a patient's intake and output records be totaled? A. once each shift B. twice a day C. every four hours D. every 12 hours The correct answer is C. Failure to notice bruises or marks on the skin on admission may later cause someone to believe you were involved in abuse. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following should you observe and record when admitting a client? A. color of the stool and amount of urine voided B. how much the client has eaten and drunk C. bruises, marks, rashes, or broken skin D. insurance information The correct answer is C. When responding to a patient on the intercom, you should give your name and position - CORRECT ANSWER When responding to a client on the intercom, you should A. ask for the client's name. B. say, "What do you want?" C. give your name and position and say, "May I help you?" D. say, "The nurse will answer your call." The correct answer is A. You should never leave a new admit until the patient knows how to call for help - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following things should you do to familiarize a new client with his or her surroundings? A. Show the client where the call light is and how to work it. B. Tell the client not to operate the TV. C. Ask visitors to leave the room while you finish admitting the client. D. Raise the side rails of the bed and raise the bed to high position The correct answer is C. Nursing assistants are never allowed to give medications. - CORRECT ANSWER When arranging a patient's room, you should do all of the following EXCEPT A. check signal cords. B. adjust the back and knee rests as directed. C. administer medications. D. check lighting. The correct answer is A. You should always use good body mechanics when moving patients. - CORRECT ANSWER When assisting a client in and out of bed, the nurse aide should always A. employ body mechanic techniques. B. get another person to help. C. pull the client's feet out first, and then lift the back up. D. put shoes on the client because the patient may slip. The correct answer is A. It is necessary to turn the patient q2h to prevent pressure ulcers - CORRECT ANSWER It is important to reposition a patient during an eight-hour shift. How often should he or she be turned? A. q2h B. q4h C. q1h D. q1d The correct answer is C. You should not bring the tray into the room until you have time to feed - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following is the correct procedure for serving a meal to a client who must be fed? A. Serve the tray along with all the other trays, and then come back to feed the client. B. Bring the tray to the client last; feed after you have served all the other clients. C. Bring the tray into the room when you are ready to feed the client. D. Have the kitchen hold the tray for one hour. The correct answer is C. The most serious problem that wrinkles in the bedclothes can cause patients is decubitus ulcers, or decubiti. - CORRECT ANSWER The most serious problem that wrinkles in the bedclothes can cause is A. restlessness. B. sleeplessness. C. decubitus ulcers. D. bleeding and shock. The correct answer is B. Restorative care begins as soon as possible to prevent further complications - CORRECT ANSWER Restorative care begins A. a week after admission. B. as soon as possible. C. when the patient wants. D. twice a week. The correct answer is B. You should always explain procedures first - CORRECT ANSWER You are told to put a client in Fowler's position. Before changing the position of the client's bed, you should A. open the window. B. explain the procedure to the client. C. check with the client's family. D. remake the bed. The correct answer is C. You have contaminated your hands and must start over - CORRECT ANSWER During hand washing, you accidentally touch the inside of the sink while rinsing the soap off. The next action is to A. allow the water to run over the hands for two minutes. B. dry the hands and turn off the faucet with the paper towel. C. repeat the wash from the beginning. D. none of the above The correct answer is C. Your appearance is important. You should wear business attire - CORRECT ANSWER You are going on a job interview. How should you prepare to dress? A. Wear your best jeans and T-shirt. B. Use a lot of perfume. C. Wear simple clothing (dress, shirt, pants, suit). D. Wear a lot of jewelry. The correct answer is D. Always make sure new patients can call for help - CORRECT ANSWER Mr. Brown, a newly admitted conscious client, has been put to bed. Before leaving him alone, the first action would be to A. ask him if he is hungry. B. inspect his skin. C. complete the listing of his clothing and valuables. D. make sure he knows how to use the call light. The correct answer is C. Keeping your back straight forces you to use your strong leg muscles. - CORRECT ANSWER When lifting a heavy object, the correct method would be to bend at the A. waist, keeping your legs straight. B. waist, rounding your shoulders. C. knees, keeping your back straight. D. knees and waist. The correct answer is D. Frequent hand washing is the first line to prevent the spread of infection - CORRECT ANSWER At what time(s) during a shift should a nurse aide wash his or her hands? A. before eating B. after using the bathroom C. before and after patient care D. all of the above The correct answer is B. Always remember to consider infection control. - CORRECT ANSWER When assisting a client with eating, one of the first things the nurse aide should do is A. cut the food into bite-size pieces. B. wash his or her hands and the client's hands. C. butter the client's bread. D. provide the client with privacy The correct answer is C. A new cast may cut off circulation. This is the only choice that reminds you to check for circulatory impairment. - CORRECT ANSWER A patient has a new cast on his right arm. While caring for him, it is important to first observe for A. pulse above the cast. B. color and hardness of the cast. C. warmth and color of fingers. D. signs of crumbling at the cast end. The correct answer is C. Rehabilitation should always be part of the care plan. - CORRECT ANSWER Encouraging a client to take part in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, combing hair, and feeding is A. done only when time permits. B. the family's responsibility. C. necessary for rehabilitation. D. a violation of client rights The correct answer is A. Make sure to follow agency policy - CORRECT ANSWER In caring for a confused elderly man, it is important to remember to A. keep the bed rails up except when you are at the bedside. B. close the door to the room so that he does not disturb other patients. C. keep the room dark and quiet at all times to keep him from becoming upset. D. remind him each morning to shower and shave independently The correct answer is D. Before assisting a patient into a wheelchair, check to see if the wheels of the chair are locked. - CORRECT ANSWER Before assisting a client into a wheelchair, the first action would be to check if the A. client is adequately covered. B. floor is slippery. C. door to the room is closed. D. wheels of the chair are locked The correct answer is C. You must assist the patient from the weak side - CORRECT ANSWER You are transferring a resident from the bed to the wheelchair. The patient has a weak left side. You should stand A. on the right side. B. in front of the patient. C. on the left side. D. behind the patient. The correct answer is D. Always check for vital signs; the patient may have fainted. - CORRECT ANSWER While making rounds at 4:00am, a nurse aide finds a patient lying on the floor. What should she or he do first? A. Call 911/000. B. Perform CPR. C. Call for another nurse aide. D. Assess the patient's vital signs The correct answer is A. You must stay behind the chair to control it, but it should go on and come off an elevator backward to prevent the wheels from falling into the door opening. - CORRECT ANSWER When moving a wheelchair onto an elevator, you should stay A. behind the chair, pulling it toward you. B. behind the chair, pushing it away from you. C. in front of the client to observe his or her condition. D. to the side and hold the door open. The correct answer is B. Raising the bag above the bladder level can lead to backflow of the urine, with its bacteria, into the bladder - CORRECT ANSWER The Foley bag must be kept lower than the client's bladder so that A. urine will not leak out, soiling the bed. B. urine will not return to the bladder, causing infection. C. the bag will be hidden and the client will not be embarrassed. D. the client will be more comfortable in bed The correct answer is B. Always report abnormal conditions - CORRECT ANSWER Mr Jones is a diabetic. For his afternoon tea, the kitchen has sent a carton of chocolate ice cream. Your first action should be to A. substitute diet cola for the ice cream. B. hold the nourishment and report to the charge nurse. C. ask the secretary to notify the kitchen of an error. D. ask Mrs. Black if she likes ice cream. The correct answer is D. All of the choices listed are correct - CORRECT ANSWER When assisting a client who is using the bedside commode, it is important to A. leave the call light within reach. B. place toilet tissue close by. C. return to check on the client periodically. D. all of the above The correct answer is A. The patient must be positioned every two hours to prevent skin breakdown due to poor circulation. - CORRECT ANSWER Ensuring adequate circulation to tissues is a major factor in preventing skin breakdown. This can be accomplished by doing all of the following EXCEPT A. positioning the patient every two hours. B. using mechanical aids. C. giving backrubs. D. performing active or passive ROM exercises. The correct answer is C. The purpose of cold applications is usually to prevent or reduce swelling - CORRECT ANSWER The purpose of cold applications is usually to A. speed the flow of blood to the area. B. prevent heat exhaustion. C. prevent or reduce swelling. D. prevent the formation of scar tissue. The correct answer is A. A hot water bottle applied by itself is dry heat. - CORRECT ANSWER The hot water bottle is an example of a A. local dry heat application. B. generalized dry heat application. C. local moist heat application. D. generalized moist heat application. The correct answer is B. Placing the patient on the left side allows better entry into the colon - CORRECT ANSWER Clients receiving an enema are usually placed A. on the right side. B. on the left side. C. flat on the back. D. in a semi-sitting position The correct answer is B. The clean-catch specimen requires cleaning the perineum. - CORRECT ANSWER A female client's perineal area should be cleansed before which specimen is collected? A. 24-hour urine specimen B. midstream clean-catch urine specimen C. pediatric routine urine specimen D. routine urine specimen The correct answer is D. The other sites are rarely used by the nursing assistant. - CORRECT ANSWER The most common site for counting the pulse is the A. carotid artery. B. femoral artery. C. brachial artery. D. radial artery. The correct answer is B. Telling the patient you are watching her breathing will cause her to change her breathing pattern slightly. The correct answer is B. Telling the patient you are watching her breathing will cause her to change her breathing pattern slightly - CORRECT ANSWER When counting respiration's, you should A. wait until after the client has exercised. B. not tell the patient what you are going to do. C. count five respirations and then check your watch. D. have the client count respirations while you take her pulse The correct answer is A. A nurse aide is responsible for the other options, but he or she never inserts a catheter. - CORRECT ANSWER With catheterized patients, which of the following is NOT the nurse aide's responsibility? A. inserting the catheter B. preventing infection C. checking to make sure the catheter is draining properly D. recording output The correct answer is C. An incident report becomes a permanent part of the legal record. Make sure the facts are clear - CORRECT ANSWER When giving information to the charge nurse for an incident report, you should A. write in the client's chart that an incident occurred. B. keep the report in your personal file. C. state the facts clearly. D. give your opinions as to the cause of the incident The correct answer is A. OBRA stands for the "Omnibus Budget and Reform Act." - CORRECT ANSWER All long-term-care nurse aides must be competency evaluated and must complete a distinct educational course. These requirements are set by A. OBRA. B. OSHA. C. CDC. D. FDA. The correct answer is B. Never rearrange the furniture in a blind patient's room after the patient settles into it. This can cause falls. - CORRECT ANSWER A resident is blind. It is important NOT to A. leave the door completely opened. B. rearrange the furniture. C. announce yourself before entering the room. D. explain the location of food on the plate, using the face of the clock to assist. The correct answer is D. The family members should expect and be allowed private time during visits - CORRECT ANSWER When family members visit a client, the visitors should A. stay in the day room. B. stay a short while so as not to tire the client. C. be expected to help with care. D. be allowed privacy with the client. The correct answer is D. Telling the patient that someone is always there will make him feel safe. Explaining how to use the call system will also help patients feel safe. - CORRECT ANSWER A new resident asks you, "If I need help or get sick during the night, who is going to be here?" You should say, A. "Don't worry, you're not going to get sick." B. "Just yell, and someone will hear you." C. "Ask your roommate to ring the call bell." D. "There are people here all night to help you." The correct answer is D. All of the choices given are rights of the resident. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following is considered a client's right? A. having curtains pulled during personal care B. having personal information kept confidential C. receiving and sending private mail D. all of the above The correct answer is D. It is normal for a person to have moments of sadness, and it is important for the patient to know you care. - CORRECT ANSWER Mrs. Wilkes often cries while she is receiving her P.M. care. What should you do? A. Tell her to stop crying. B. Ignore her and continue with her care. C. Tell her jokes to make her laugh. D. Tell her that it's all right to cry and you're there for her if she wants to talk. The correct answer is D. Dentures are very expensive—holding firmly and using cool water prevents them from warping, and padding the sink will prevent breakage if dropped. - CORRECT ANSWER When providing denture care, the nurse aide must A. wash them with hot water. B. hold them firmly under cool running water. C. place a towel in the sink. D. both choices B and C The correct answer is C. As long-term-care providers, nursing assistants must respect the resident's right to sexuality. However, engaging in public fondling is inappropriate and may infringe upon other residents' rights. - CORRECT ANSWER Sexuality in long-term-care clients may include all of the following EXCEPT A. needing private time with a partner. B. caring about one's physical appearance. C. engaging in public fondling. D. desiring sexual interaction. Mrs. Wilkes is scheduled for a partial bed bath. This means you must wash her A. face, neck, ears, arms, and hands. B. face, underarms, hands, and buttocks. C. face, hands, underarms, and legs. D. face, hands, underarms, buttocks, and genitals - CORRECT ANSWER Mrs. Wilkes is scheduled for a partial bed bath. This means you must wash her A. face, neck, ears, arms, and hands. B. face, underarms, hands, and buttocks. C. face, hands, underarms, and legs. D. face, hands, underarms, buttocks, and genitals The correct answer is A. You want to positively reinforce the resident's appropriate behavior, so smiling and rewarding her good behavior is the best action. - CORRECT ANSWER A goal for an extended care facility (ECF) resident is that she not swear at the nurses or aides. When she calls you by your name instead of swearing at you, your appropriate action is to A. smile and give the appropriate reward. B. continue whatever task that is being done. C. tease the resident about not swearing. D. tell all of the staff that she didn't swear. The correct answer is B. Do not startle the resident, as this may agitate her. Speak as you enter the room. - CORRECT ANSWER An agitated resident must be turned every two hours all night long. The first action of the nurse aide when waking up this resident is to A. turn on the light. B. speak quietly and calmly. C. touch her shoulder. D. shout her name. The correct answer is B. Consideration of cultural or religious beliefs is important to all patients - CORRECT ANSWER If a client objects to a certain food for religious or cultural reasons, the appropriate action would be to A. tell him to wait for the next meal. B. offer to substitute something different for him. C. call the dietitian the next day. D. tell him he needs to eat what is on his tray. The correct answer is C. The other answers do not address the resident's right to practice her religion. - CORRECT ANSWER A client's religion forbids eating pork. Bacon is being served for breakfast. The most appropriate response is to A. encourage the client to eat it because she needs protein. B. tell the client it is all right because her doctor ordered the diet. C. call the kitchen for a tray without bacon. D. tell the client that restrictions are not as important as her health. The correct answer is C. Listening to someone shows that you are very interested in what he or she is saying. - CORRECT ANSWER Which type of communication can often be most powerful? A. written B. verbal C. silent D. tactile The correct answer is B. This is an example of verbal abuse.using the walker on the day he is discharged. - CORRECT ANSWER Your patient refuses to let you bathe her. You tell her that if she doesn't let you wash her, she will not get lunch and will not go to game night. This is an example of A. discipline. B. verbal abuse. C. mental abuse. D. physical abuse. [Show Less]
CNA Practice Test 60 Questions with Verified Answers 2021 Nursing assistants work in a lot of different places. One place that CNAs work is a skilled nu... [Show More] rsing facility. This type of facility is also called a - CORRECT ANSWER nursing home Who developed the Hierarchy of Needs? - CORRECT ANSWER Maslow You are a CNA caring for Mrs. Thomas. You see a notation on the nursing care plan that states, "ambulate at least 10 yards qid". This patient will be assisted with ambulation at which of the following times? - CORRECT ANSWER 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm, and 10 pm Which of the following lists the five senses? - CORRECT ANSWER hearing, smell, taste, sight, and touch Where would the wheelchair be placed when transferring a stroke patient from their bed to the chair? - CORRECT ANSWER on the patient's strong side A resident is ordered to be in High Fowler position for each meal. Which of the following descriptions is the most accurate depiction of High Fowler position? - CORRECT ANSWER the patient's bed is at a 90 degree angle and the patient is positioned sitting up What protective equipment should be worn when changing an incontinent patient? - CORRECT ANSWER gloves and gown Of the following symptoms, which one is most likely due to an infection in a resident? - CORRECT ANSWER sudden onset confusion The nursing assistant knows that the term "NPO" means: - CORRECT ANSWER nothing by mouth The nursing assistant should tell the nurse if the client with diabetes: - CORRECT ANSWER does not touch their lunch tray The nursing assistant knows that residents on bedrest must be turned ever: - CORRECT ANSWER 2 hours Which of the following pulses will be most commonly used by a nursing assistant when acquiring vital signs? - CORRECT ANSWER radial The nursing assistant is helping residents to eat in the dining room when, suddenly, a resident stands from their seat and begins clutching their throat while coughing silently. The nursing assistant performs which of the following actions first? - CORRECT ANSWER ask the resident if they are choking A client at the facility receives a new roommate. While the roommate is in the bathroom, the clients leans towards the nurse and whispers, "Why is she here anyway? Is she sick?" The best response by the nursing assistant is: - CORRECT ANSWER "I'm afraid I can't share that information with you." A client with Alzheimer's wakes up more confused than usual one morning. The nursing assistant know that, after breakfast, it is most important to support normal gastrointestinal tract function by: - CORRECT ANSWER taking the client to the bathroom The client asks the nursing assistant to assist her to cut her toenails. The nursing assistant knows the client has type two diabetes. Which of the following actions is best? - CORRECT ANSWER check the chart for physician orders regarding nail trimming Which of the following options is the best method to prevent insomnia? - CORRECT ANSWER encourage the client to take several walks around the facility daily The nursing assistant takes the temperature of an elderly client and finds it to be 100.6 degrees F. The client reports having just taken a sip of hot tea. Which of the following actions is appropriate? - CORRECT ANSWER the nursing assistants waits at least fifteen minutes before taking the temperature A client under the nursing assistant's care suffers from chronic "foot drop". The nursing assistant can expect to find which of the following devices in the client's room? - CORRECT ANSWER positioning boots A nursing assistant takes the blood pressure of a client and finds it to be 82/43. The client reports feeling dizzy. The nursing assistant should: - CORRECT ANSWER report the finding to the nurse The range of motion term "abduction" means: - CORRECT ANSWER moving the extremity away from the body Which of the following most addresses a client's needs in regard to spirituality? - CORRECT ANSWER assist the client to the facility's chapel every Sunday Proper body mechanics when lifting clients involve which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER bending at the knees Which of the following would be primary indication of hepatitis? - CORRECT ANSWER jaundice Which of the following aspects of care is important for a confused client? - CORRECT ANSWER reorienting the client frequently What type of client may opt to receive hospice care? - CORRECT ANSWER terminally ill client Cheyne-Stokes respirations occur in a client who: - CORRECT ANSWER is close to death A client in the day room is having a panic attack. The nursing assistant should: - CORRECT ANSWER tell the client to breathe as slowly and deeply as possible Which of the following residents is demonstrating orthopneic position? - CORRECT ANSWER a resident sits on its side of the bed and leans forward over a bedside table A resident is choosing items for breakfast. Which of the following items contains the most amount of potassium? - CORRECT ANSWER cantaloupe When helping a client with left-sided weakness due to CVA, the nursing assistant should position the client's cane: - CORRECT ANSWER on the right side CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) should be performed when: - CORRECT ANSWER a client has no pulse and is not breathing A nursing assistant enters a client's room and finds a fire burning in a trashcan. The nursing assistant's first action is to: - CORRECT ANSWER remove the patient "Log-rolling" is a technique best used for which of the following patient diagnosis? - CORRECT ANSWER spinal cord injury (SCI) When a client constantly ignores the urge to void, the client is putting themselves in danger of what complication - CORRECT ANSWER incontinence Which of the following types of grief is considered a normal and healthy part of grieving? - CORRECT ANSWER anticipatory A patient is on clear liquid diet. Which of the following is NOT allowed on this diet? - CORRECT ANSWER orange juice with pulp A client with a Foley catheter is ordered to ambulate twice daily. Before ambulating the client, the nursing assistant should.. - CORRECT ANSWER keep the bag below the bladder level Which of the following items is necessary in order to place a patient in restraints? - CORRECT ANSWER a physician's order A client eats a bagel and one large glass of orange juice. What is the correct way to record the amount of juice? - CORRECT ANSWER 480 ml The nursing assistant knows about the responsibilities of the position do NOT include: - CORRECT ANSWER administering a medication Which of the following would be considered an example of battery toward a patient? - CORRECT ANSWER the nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission The nursing assistant suspects that a resident in the facility is being abused due to multiple unexplained bruises, refusal to answer most questions, and refusal of ADLs. Which of the following actions should the nursing assistant take next? - CORRECT ANSWER report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor MRSA is an example of which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER a resident strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics What is the best way for a nursing assistant to prevent infection? - CORRECT ANSWER frequent hand washing Which of the following is a key part of care when administering a bath to a resident? - CORRECT ANSWER allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence A nursing assistant cares for a resident. Which of the following skin care measures are correct? - CORRECT ANSWER the nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum and reports it to the nurse Before shaving a resident, the nursing assistant checks for which of the following items in the resident's care plan? - CORRECT ANSWER shaving instructions related to problems or issues clotting Fecal impaction may present which of the following symtoms? - CORRECT ANSWER small, watery leakage of stool Dyspnea is a term that refers to difficulty with which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER breathing One of the patients on the unit is an airborne precautions due to suspected tuberculosis. To rule out the disease, the doctor has ordered sputum specimens to be collected. What is the best daily time for the nursing assistant to collect the specimens? - CORRECT ANSWER first thing in the morning The nursing assistant walks into the patient's room and discovers him masturbating. Which of the following is correct? - CORRECT ANSWER exit the room to provide privacy for the patient The nursing assistant cares for a client who is extremely agitated. She yells, screams, and frequently tries to bite staff. The nursing assistant should: - CORRECT ANSWER speak calmly in an authoritative and neutral manner to the client A client with a terminal illness tells the nurse that he has begun praying every night. The client states, "If I pray every night, God will forgive me." This represents which stage of grief? - CORRECT ANSWER bargaining Which of the following pieces of assistive equipment would be most helpful in moving an immobile client from their bed to a chair? - CORRECT ANSWER mechanical lift The nursing assistant prepares to give a patient a bed bath. Before turning the patient to rub their back, the nursing assistant notices that he has a Foley catheter in place. Where should the nursing assistant secure the catheter to ensure it is not pulled during the bath? - CORRECT ANSWER to the lateral aspect of the patient's thigh A patient has just received news about the death of his spouse. He states to the nursing assistant, "I can't believe this has happened to me. I don't know what to do. How can I live without my wife?". The nursing assistant best responds by stating? - CORRECT ANSWER "I understand you're in pain, I'll stay with you." The nursing assistant helps a patient who recently had a right-sided stroke to bathe. Which of the following describes the BEST method to support the patients's independence? - CORRECT ANSWER allow the patient to perform as much of the bath as possible A resident comes out of their room saying they have burned their leg after they dropped hot soup on it. The skin looks blistered and red. The nurse assistant knows this is a... - CORRECT ANSWER partial thickness burns A client who has not had a bowel movement in four days would receive the most benefit from which of the following procedures? - CORRECT ANSWER enema [Show Less]
CNA Practice Exam I|60 Questions with Verified Answers The electric shaver that the nurse aide is using to shave a client begins to spark and smoke. Wha... [Show More] t should the nurse aide do FIRST? (A) Call the nurse in charge (B) Finish shaving the client as quickly as possible (C) Use the roommate's shaver to finish the shave (D) Unplug the shaver CORRECT ANSWER D A client is paralyzed on the right side. The nurse aide should place the signaling device: (A) on the left side of the bed near the client's hand. (B) on the right side of the bed near the client's hand. (C) under the pillow. (D) at the foot of the bed. CORRECT ANSWER A To lift an object using good body mechanics, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) keep both feet close together. (B) lift with abdominal muscles. (C) bend knees and keep back straight. (D) hold the object away from the body. CORRECT ANSWER C The nursing care plan states, "Transfer with mechanical lift." However, the client is very agitated. To transfer the client, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) lift the client without the mechanical device. (B) place the client in the lift. (C) get assistance to move the client. (D) keep wheels unlocked so the lift can move with the client. CORRECT ANSWER C While eating dinner a client starts to choke and turn blue. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) immediately remove the client's food tray and go find the nurse in charge. (B) slap the client on the back until the food dislodges. (C) call for assistance and perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrust). (D) give the client a drink of water. CORRECT ANSWER C When the nurse aide gives evening care to a client with a full set of dentures, proper procedure requires that the dentures be placed: (A) in the client's bathroom on the sink. (B) in tissue on the bedside stand. (C) under the client's pillow. (D) in a denture cup with the client's name on it. CORRECT ANSWER D What type of fire can be put out with water? (A) Electrical (B) Grease (C) Paper (D) Chemical CORRECT ANSWER C The nurse aide is responsible for all of the following fire prevention measures EXCEPT: (A) taking cigarettes and matches away from all clients and visitors. (B) being aware of the locations of fire extinguishers. (C) reporting all damaged wiring and/or sockets in clients' rooms. (D) participating in fire drills. CORRECT ANSWER A The nurse aide is going to help the client walk from the bed to a chair. What should the nurse aide put on the client's feet? (A) Socks or stockings only (B) Cloth-soled slippers (C) Rubber-soled slippers or shoes (D) Nothing CORRECT ANSWER C The MOST important reason for using soap and water to clean a client's skin after elimination is to: (A) keep the client happy. (B) prevent soiling of bed linen. (C) remove feces and urine from the skin. (D) keep the linen costs down. CORRECT ANSWER C The nurse aide should refuse to perform a task if the: (A) nurse aide has not been trained to do it. (B) client is difficult to deal with. (C) nurse aide can find someone else to do it. (D) nurse aide is at the end of the shift. CORRECT ANSWER A Before helping a client into a bath or shower, the nurse aide should FIRST: (A) check the temperature of the water. (B) shampoo the client's hair. (C) soak the client's feet. (D) apply lotion or oil to the client's skin. CORRECT ANSWER A When taking a client's radial pulse, the nurse aide's fingertips should be placed on the client's: (A) chest. (B) wrist. (C) neck. (D) elbow. CORRECT ANSWER B The nurse aide reports directly to the: (A) nurse supervisor. (B) physician. (C) staff development nurse. (D) administrator. CORRECT ANSWER A When communicating with the client's family, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) listen to concerns and offer support. (B) offer advice about the client's medical treatment. (C) get involved in family problems. (D) share the latest facility gossip. CORRECT ANSWER A While making an empty bed, the nurse aide sees that the side rail is broken. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) wait for the next safety check to report the broken side rail. (B) report the broken side rail immediately. (C) tie the side rail in the raised position until it is fixed. (D) warn the client to be careful when she gets back into bed. CORRECT ANSWER B Right before dinner a client is incontinent of urine. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) take the client to the dinner table and clean up after dinner. (B) clean the client and take to dinner as soon as possible. (C) tell the client not to eat until the client has cleaned and changed self. (D) insist that the client eat dinner in the room. CORRECT ANSWER B The nurse aide notices that the client's radio cord is draped across a chair in order to reach the nearest outlet. The FIRST thing the nurse aide should do is: (A) tell the client the radio is a safety hazard and take it away. (B) unplug the radio and ask the client not to use it. (C) see if any changes can be made so that the radio can be plugged in safely. (D) take the radio to the activities room and tell the client to listen to it there. CORRECT ANSWER C The nurse aide is walking with a client confined to a wheelchair when the facility fire alarm system is activated. The client becomes excited from the noise. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) push the wheelchair out of the hallway and carry the client out of the facility. (B) leave the client to search for help. (C) comfort the client while moving to a safe place. (D) lock the client's wheelchair and check the surrounding area for smoke. CORRECT ANSWER C The nurse aide sees a client spill water on the floor in the hall. Another client is walking down the hall. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) call the nurse. (B) clean up the spill. (C) call housekeeping. (D) leave the spill. CORRECT ANSWER B For safety, when leaving a client alone in a room, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) keep the door tightly closed. (B) place signaling device within client's reach. (C) apply a restraint to the client. (D) leave the bed elevated in highest position. CORRECT ANSWER B Physical restraints are used MOST often: (A) to prevent client injury. (B) when staff is short. (C) at the family's request. (D) at the roommate's request. CORRECT ANSWER A If the nurse aide is concerned about client care, who should the nurse aide speak to FIRST? (A) Another nurse aide (B) The nurse in charge (C) The Director of Nursing (D) The Administrator CORRECT ANSWER B When taking an oral temperature, it is important to: (A) place the thermometer in the rectum. (B) place the thermometer under the arm. (C) place the thermometer under the tongue. (D) put lubricant on the thermometer. CORRECT ANSWER C Pressure sores can often be prevented if the client is: (A) placed in an incontinence brief. (B) positioned with a pillow under the head. (C) dressed in loosely fitting clothing. (D) turned or repositioned every two hours. CORRECT ANSWER D If a client has hand tremors, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) restrain the hand that has the tremor. (B) assist the client with the activity of daily living as needed. (C) tell the client to stop shaking and control the tremors. (D) do everything for the client. CORRECT ANSWER B When assisting a client in resolving grievances, the nurse aide should report the grievance to the: (A) doctor. (B) family. (C) administrator. (D) nurse in charge. CORRECT ANSWER D When giving care to a client, the nurse aide should avoid unnecessary exposure of the client in order to protect the client's right to: (A) privacy. (B) confidentiality. (C) personal choice. (D) personal hygiene. CORRECT ANSWER A The female perineum should be cleansed: (A) from front to back. (B) without soap. (C) with a disinfectant. (D) from back to front. CORRECT ANSWER A When caring for a client from another country, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) be sensitive to the client's cultural needs. (B) orient the client to the cultural practices of the facility. (C) promote group activity participation. (D) decline to care for the client. CORRECT ANSWER A A nurse aide should give an unconscious client oral hygiene at LEAST every: (A) 2 hours. (B) 4 hours. (C) 6 hours. (D) 8 hours. CORRECT ANSWER A A client is to be assisted out of bed to sit in a wheelchair. Which action would make this procedure safe? (A) place the bed in the low position (B) place a pillow on the wheelchair seat (C) lower both footrest pedals (D) release the wheel brakes CORRECT ANSWER A A visitor enters the room while the nurse aide is changing the client. How SHOULD the nurse aide respond? (A) "Can't you knock?" (B) "Hi, come on in." (C) "Boy, he was dirty today." (D) "Would you please wait in the lobby?" CORRECT ANSWER D The client looks forward to playing Bingo each morning. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) tell the client that the nurse aide does not have time to get the client ready for Bingo. (B) plan the client's schedule so client is bathed and dressed in time for Bingo. (C) tell the client the nurse aide forgot about Bingo, but they will go the next day. (D) ask the client to bathe and dress self. CORRECT ANSWER B A confused and disoriented client is begging to go home. The nurse aide's BEST response to this client is: (A) tell the client, "This is your home." (B) take the client to the activity room. (C) ask the client to tell the nurse aide about his/her home. (D) tell the client, " We will take you home later." CORRECT ANSWER C If an alert and oriented client touches a nurse aide inappropriately, the nurse aide's BEST response is to: (A) slap the client's hand. (B) step back and ask the client not to do it again. (C) refuse to care for the client. (D) warn the client that the behavior may be punished. CORRECT ANSWER B A client with Alzheimer's disease wanders from room to room moving the belongings of other clients to different locations. Alert and oriented clients are angry that their things have been moved. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) return the client to the client's room and close the door. (B) find the missing articles and return them. (C) walk with the client to keep from wandering. (D) assure the other clients that the client with Alzheimer's disease will not harm them. CORRECT ANSWER B Which of the following is a restraint alternative? (A) Lap buddy/tray (B) A sedative (C) Pain management (D) A hand mitt CORRECT ANSWER C Nurse aides can provide a client with a sense of security by: (A) rushing through care. (B) leaving the room without speaking. (C) explaining all routines and procedures. (D) talking to another nurse aide while providing care. CORRECT ANSWER C When caring for a client who uses a protective device (restraint), the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) assess the client once every hour. (B) assure the protective device is tight. (C) check the client's body alignment. (D) release the protective device once a shift. CORRECT ANSWER C What should the nurse aide do FIRST when changing an ostomy bag? (A) Put on gloves (B) Wash hands (C) Explain procedure to client (D) Wash area around stoma CORRECT ANSWER C When giving a back rub the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) use circular motion over bony areas. (B) position client in supine position. (C) use short, light strokes. (D) warm lotion in microwave. CORRECT ANSWER A What is the FIRST thing a nurse aide should do when finding an unresponsive client? (A) Start compressions (B) Call for help (C) Close the door (D) Call family CORRECT ANSWER B When operating a manual bed, the nurse aide should remember to: (A) elevate the client's head at all times. (B) lock the wheels when the cranks are folded. (C) fold cranks under bed. (D) keep the bed in the neutral position. CORRECT ANSWER C In what position should the nurse aide place the unconscious person when giving oral care? (A) Supine (B) Lateral (C) Prone (D) Sims' CORRECT ANSWER B The nurse aide should place soiled linen: (A) on the floor. (B) on the chair. (C) in the dirty linen container. (D) on the overbed table. CORRECT ANSWER C The BEST razor to use when shaving a diabetic client is: (A) a safety razor. (B) an electric razor. (C) a disposable razor. (D) a straight edge razor. CORRECT ANSWER B What should the nurse aide do to communicate with a client that only speaks and understands a foreign language? (A) Use gestures (B) Speak slower (C) Listen and say nothing (D) Use an interpretation guide CORRECT ANSWER D When transferring a client to a different unit, the MOST important information the nurse aide needs from the nurse is the: (A) phone number to the client's room. (B) client's medical diagnosis. (C) name of the client's spouse. (D) name and room number. CORRECT ANSWER D What is the main purpose of continuing education for the nurse aide? (A) Client safety (B) Review of skills (C) Facility compliance (D) Promotes teamwork CORRECT ANSWER A Incident reports are written in order to: (A) inform the physician. (B) notify family members. (C) identify who is at fault. (D) determine patterns and trends. CORRECT ANSWER D A button hook and a sock assist are all part of what kind of nursing care? (A) Restorative and rehabilitation (B) Activities of daily living (C) Disability and reactivity (D) Prosthetic mobility CORRECT ANSWER A When ambulating an unsteady client, it is BEST for the nurse aide to use a: (A) walker. (B) gait belt. (C) quad cane. (D) wheelchair. CORRECT ANSWER B The client's Bill of Rights includes: (A) free medical care. (B) freedom of choice. (C) access to the medicine cart. (D) access to the laundry. CORRECT ANSWER B Which of the following statements might strongly support that a client is considering suicide? (A) "I think I need to see a psychiatrist." (B) "I might as well be dead." (C) "I don't really care." (D) "We all have to go sometime. CORRECT ANSWER B The nurse aide is caring for client who answers every question by nodding and saying "yes." How will the nurse aide respond to this behavior? (A) Inform the nurse of the client's behavior (B) Ask a family member to translate for the client (C) Speak to the client with multiple medical terms (D) Shout at the client when assisting with morning care CORRECT ANSWER A The nurse aide gave a client the wrong diet. What will the nurse aide do after realizing this error? (A) Report the error immediately to the nurse (B) Ignore the error and move to the next task (C) Remove the evidence of the error (D) Blame another nurse aide for the error CORRECT ANSWER A After assisting with evening care, the nurse aide notices the client has bilateral hearing aids. The nurse aide understands that if a hearing aid is not in use, it should: (A) be placed in the client's pocket. (B) be left turned on. (C) have the battery removed. (D) be left on the client's bedside table. CORRECT ANSWER C A family member asks the nurse aide what medication the client is receiving. The nurse aide should: (A) allow the family member to read the client's medication list. (B) tell the family member what medications are given. (C) refer the family member to the nurse. (D) give the family member the client's chart. CORRECT ANSWER C The nurse aide is caring for a client whose religious beliefs do not allow the client to eat certain foods. The nurse aide should report this information to the: (A) dietician. (B) other nurse aides. (C) charge nurse. (D) client's family. CORRECT ANSWER C [Show Less]
CNA Exam Practice 38 Questions with Verified Answers What is the second leading cause of death in an individual 65 years of age/older - CORRECT ANSWER F... [Show More] alls The nurse hands the nurse assistant a tube of medication and asks her to apply it after she has completed the resident's bath. Which of the following would be the nursing assistant's best response? - CORRECT ANSWER "Applying the medication is not part of my role as a nursing assistant" Not transmitted by droplets - CORRECT ANSWER Hepatitis B Is transmitted by droplets - CORRECT ANSWER Pneumonia, influenza, cold When should equipment be cleaned? - CORRECT ANSWER After use by every resident, to decrease the opportunity for contamination The nursing assistant notices the smell of smoke as he passes by a resident's room. He enters the room and sees that a pillow is on fire in the empty bed next to where a resident is sleeping. What should be the nursing assistant's first action according to the RACE plan? - CORRECT ANSWER Rescue Alarm Contain Extinguish/Evacuate Inappropriate handling of linen - CORRECT ANSWER Depositing soiled linen on the floor Age-related changes - CORRECT ANSWER Decreased vision and hearing Which of the following actions is not part of standard precautions - CORRECT ANSWER Wearing gown, googles, and gloves whenever entering a resident's room (airborne) Non age-related changes - CORRECT ANSWER Lower intelligence level Difficulty communicating Ability to learn a new skill Standard precaution actions - CORRECT ANSWER Washing hands before and after contact with a resident Wearing goggles when there is a possibility of splashes Using gloves when there is a possibility of contact with body fluids Before serving a resident a meal, it is important for the nursing assistant to properly check that the meal belongs to the resident by? - CORRECT ANSWER Checking the resident's identification according to facility policy The registered nurse calls for your help to assist with a resident who has fallen on the floor. You know the incident must be reported to the risk manager of the facility. Which of the nurse's following actions would best relay the events that occurred? - CORRECT ANSWER Completing an incident report A nursing assistant comes to work complaining of a sore throat, fever, and chills. She knows the unit is short of a nursing assistant for today so she did not call in sick. Which of the following is the best action of the nurse who is in charge? - CORRECT ANSWER Send the ill nursing assistant home Which of the following are two general goals for a.m. care? - CORRECT ANSWER Remove harmful bacteria and promote well-being. Temperature -- Axillary - CORRECT ANSWER 96 - 99 F Temperature -- Oral - CORRECT ANSWER 97 - 99 F Temperature -- Rectal - CORRECT ANSWER 98 - 100 F Pulse rate - CORRECT ANSWER 60 - 100 BPM Respiration - CORRECT ANSWER 12 - 22 breaths per min Blood pressure - CORRECT ANSWER 100/60 - 140/90 mm Hg When should vital signs be taken again? - CORRECT ANSWER If outside of normal range Bradycardia - CORRECT ANSWER Slow heart rate (<60 BPM) Tachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER Fast heart rate (>100 BPM) What is part of the procedure for weighing residents? - CORRECT ANSWER Weights are obtained at the same time in the day; after voiding; without shoes; after calibrating scale to 0 A resident who was very talkative earlier in the day is now difficult to awaken for his bath. The most appropriate action for the nursing assistant is which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER Report the change in condition to the charge nurse immediately. The nurse assistant might expect to find pressure ulcers in all of the following locations except which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER Nose. Which of the following is false regarding assisting a resident with his or her bath? - CORRECT ANSWER Use only one washcloth and towel. How can the nursing assistant best ensure the safety of a resident who is legally blind? - CORRECT ANSWER Keep the call light within easy reach. Which of the following is the best way to communicate with a resident who is completely deaf? - CORRECT ANSWER Write out all communications. Which of the following is preventative care for a resident receiving oxygen therapy? - CORRECT ANSWER No smoking A resident complains of sudden chest pain and shortness of breath. What is the nursing assistant's first action? - CORRECT ANSWER Call the nurse immediately. A resident with diabetes wakes up in the middle of the night asking for a snack. What is the best action of the nursing assistant? - CORRECT ANSWER Check the resident's diet before bringing the snack. Which of the following is the appropriate response of the nursing assistant when a resident complains of dysuria? - CORRECT ANSWER Report the complaint to the nurse as soon as possible. A resident who is on continuous gastrostomy tube feedings needs to have the linens changed. Which of the following is a necessary action of the nursing assistant to prevent aspiration of the tube feeding liquid? - CORRECT ANSWER Ask the nurse to stop the tube feeding and wait 15 minutes before changing the resident to supine position. What protective equipment should be worn when disposing of emesis? - CORRECT ANSWER Gloves. Which of the following is not a sign of hypoglycemia? - CORRECT ANSWER Slurred speech. Which of the following is a form of paralysis? - CORRECT ANSWER Hemiplegia. [Show Less]
CNA Practice Test 1 Exam 50 Questions with Verified Answers A resident often carries a doll with her, treating it like a babe. One day she is wandering ... [Show More] around crying that she can't find her baby. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Offer comfort to the resident and help her look for her baby A nurse aide is asked to change a urinary drainage bag attached to an indwelling urinary catheter. The nurse aide has never done this before. The best response by the nurse aide is to - CORRECT ANSWER Ask a nurse to watch the nutse aide change the bag since it is the first time Before feeding a resident, which of the following is the best reason to wash the resident's hands? - CORRECT ANSWER The resident may still touch his or her mouth or food Which of the following is a job task performed by the nurse aide? - CORRECT ANSWER Participating in resident care planning conferences Which of the following statements is true about range of motion (ROM) exercises? - CORRECT ANSWER Are often performed during ADLs such as bathing or dressing While the nurse aide tries to dress a resident who is confused, the resident keeps trying to grab a hairbrush. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Give the resident the hairbrush to hold A resident who is lying in bed suddenly becomes short of breath. After calling for help, the nurse aide's next action should be - CORRECT ANSWER Raise the head of the bed A resident who has cancer is expected to die within the next couple of days. Nursing care for this resident should focus on - CORRECT ANSWER Providing for the resident's comfort While giving a bed-bath, the nurse aide hears the alarm from a nearby door suddenly go off. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Make the resident being bathed safe and go check the door right away Gloves should be worn during which of the following procedures? - CORRECT ANSWER Emptying a urinary drainage bag When walking a resident, a gait or transfer belt is often - CORRECT ANSWER Put around the resident's waist to provide a way to hold onto the resident Which of the following statements is true about residents who are restrained? - CORRECT ANSWER They are at a greater risk for developing pressure sores A resident has diabetes. Which of the following is a common sign of low blood sugar? - CORRECT ANSWER Shakiness When providing foot care to a resident it is important for the nurse aide to - CORRECT ANSWER Check the feet for skin breakdown When feeding a resident, frequent coughing can be a sign the resident is - CORRECT ANSWER Having difficulty swallowing When a person is admitted to the nursing home, the nurse aide should expect that the resident will - CORRECT ANSWER Experience a sense of loss related to the life change A resident gets dressed and comes out of his room wearing shoes that are from two different pairs. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Ask if the resident realizes that the shoes do not match A resident's wife recently died. The resident is now staying in his room all the time and eating very little. The best response by the nurse aide is to - CORRECT ANSWER Understand the resident is grieving and give him chances to talk When a resident refuses a bed bath, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Wait awhile and then ask the resident again When a resident is combative and trying to hit the nurse aide, it is important for the nurse aide to - CORRECT ANSWER Step back to protect self from harm while speaking in a calm manner During lunch in the dining room, a resident begins yelling and throws a spoon at the nurse aide. The best response by the nurse aide is to - CORRECT ANSWER Remain calm and ask what is upsetting the resident Which of the following questions asked to the resident is most likely to encourage conversation? - CORRECT ANSWER What are your favorite foods When trying to communicate with a resident who speaks a different language than the nurse aide, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Use pictures and gestures While walking down the hall, a nurse aide looks into a resident's room and sees another nurse aide hitting a resident. The nurse aide is expected to - CORRECT ANSWER Enter the room immediately to provide for the resident's safety Before touching a resident who is crying to offer comfort, the nurse aide should consider - CORRECT ANSWER The resident's cultural background When a resident is expressing anger, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Listen closely to the resident's concerns When giving a back rub, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Keep the resident covered as much as possible A nurse aide finds a resident looking in the refrigerator at the nurses' station at 5 a.m. The resident, who is confused, explains he needs breakfast before he leaves for work. The best response by the nurse aide is to - CORRECT ANSWER Ask the resident about his job and if he is hungry Which of the following is true about caring for a resident who wears a hearing aide? - CORRECT ANSWER Remove the hearing aide before showering Residents with Parkinson's disease often require assistance with walking because they - CORRECT ANSWER Have a shuffling walk and tremors A resident who is inactive is at risk of constipation. In addition to increased activity and exercise, which of the following actions helps to prevent constipation? - CORRECT ANSWER Adequate fluid intake A resident has an indwelling urinary catheter. While making rounds, the nurse noticed there is no urine in the drainage bag. The nurse aide should first - CORRECT ANSWER Check for kinks in the tubing A resident who is incontinent of urine had increased risk of developing - CORRECT ANSWER Pressure sores When cleansing the genital area during perineal care, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Replace the foreskin when pushed back to cleanse an uncircumcised penis Which of the following is considered a normal age-related change? - CORRECT ANSWER Bladder holding less urine A resident is on a bladder retraining program. The nurse aide can expect the resident to - CORRECT ANSWER Have a schedule for tioleting A resident who has stress incontinence - CORRECT ANSWER May leak urine when laughing or coughing The doctor has told the resident that his cancer is growing and that he is dying. When the resident tells the nurse aide that there is a mistake, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Understand that denial is a normal reaction A slip knot is used when securing a restraint so that - CORRECT ANSWER The restraint can be removed quickly when needed When using personal protective equipment (PPE) the nurse aide correctly follows Standard Precautions when wearing - CORRECT ANSWER Gloves to remove a resident's bed pan To help prevent falls, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Leave residents' beds at lowest level when care is complete As the nurse aide begins his/her assignment, which of the following should the nurse aide do first - CORRECT ANSWER Assist a resident that has called for assistance to get off the toilet Which of the following would affect a nurse aide's status on the state's nurse aide registry and also cause the nurse aide to be ineligible to work in a nursing home? - CORRECT ANSWER Having a finding for resident neglect To help prevent the spread of germs between patients, nurse aides should - CORRECT ANSWER Hold supplies and linens away from their uniforms When a sink has hand-control faucets, the nurse aide should use - CORRECT ANSWER A paper towel to turn off the water When moving a resident up in a bed who is able to move with assistance, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER Bend the resident's knees and ask the resident to push with his/her feet The resident's weight is obtained routinely as a way to check the resident's - CORRECT ANSWER Nutrition and health Which of the following is a right that is included in the Resident's Bill of Rights? - CORRECT ANSWER To make decisions and participate in own care Which of the following, if observed as a sudden change in a resident, is considered a possible warning sign of a stroke? - CORRECT ANSWER Slurred speach Considering the resident's activity, which of the following sets of vital signs should be reported to the charge nurse immediately? - CORRECT ANSWER Resting: 98.6-98-32 [Show Less]
CNA Final Exam/Practice Test 100 Questions with Verified Answers Which of the following is a task that nursing assistants commonly do? (A) Giving medic... [Show More] ation (B) Bathing residents (C) Changing sterile dressings (D) Giving tube feedings - CORRECT ANSWER B Dementia is: (A) Terminal illness (B) Loss of mental abilities (C) The number of days a person stays in a healthcare facility (D) Caring for the whole person - CORRECT ANSWER B Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication? (A) Writing a note in a resident's chart (B) Giving an oral report to a supervisor (C) Smiling at a new resident (D) Speaking in an encouraging tone of voice to a resident who is moving slowly - CORRECT ANSWER C Which of the following types of health care is generally for people who will die in six months or less? (A) Long-term care (B) Outpatient care (C) Inter-generational care (D) Hospice care - CORRECT ANSWER D How many hours of training does OBRA require for nursing assistants? (A) At least 150 hours (B) At least 100 hours (C) At least 75 hours (D) At least 50 hours - CORRECT ANSWER C Which of the following statements is true of a nursing assistant's role in restorative care? (A) If a resident takes too long to do a task by himself, the nursing assistant should do it for him. (B) The nursing assistant should give the resident pain medication just before the rehabilitation session begins. (C) The nursing assistant should recognize that setbacks occur and be reassuring. (D) The nursing assistant should tell the family progress is happening faster than it really is so they can f - CORRECT ANSWER C One reason that the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was created is to: (A) Make sure nursing assistants receive adequate pay (B) Protect privacy of health information (C) Ensure that care procedures are performed properly (D) Prevent abuse of residents - CORRECT ANSWER B Which of the following is an example of professional and ethical behavior by a nursing assistant? (A) Keeping quiet if he makes a mistake (B) Documenting care accurately and promptly (C) Telling his friend details about the residents he works with (D) Rushing a resident through tasks if there is not much time left in the nursing assistant's shift - CORRECT ANSWER B To maintain good body mechanics while lifting or carrying an object, a nursing assistant should: (A) Hold the object out and away from her body (B) Face the object or person she is moving (C) Twist at the waist as she picks up the object (D) Try to keep her center of gravity as high as possible - CORRECT ANSWER B When is it appropriate to use medical terminology? (A) When communicating with the care team (B) When communicating with residents (C) When communicating with residents' families (D) When communicating with visitors - CORRECT ANSWER A What information does a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) contain? (A) Costs of the chemical (B) Comparisons with other chemicals (C) Names of other facilities using the chemical (D) Description of emergency response actions - CORRECT ANSWER D Which of the following statements contains objective information? (A) Mr. Castillo seems a little grouchy today. (B) Mr. Castillo says that he has a stomachache. (C) Mr. Castillo's blood pressure is 115/68. (D) Mr. Castillo doesn't get along with the nurses very well. - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident's health information may be shared with: (A) Anyone who asks (B) Anyone who lives or works at the facility (C) The resident's friends and family (D) Other care team members - CORRECT ANSWER D If a resident is hearing impaired, a nursing assistant should: (A) Approach the resident from behind (B) Make sure the light is on the nursing assistant's face (C) Raise the pitch of her voice (D) Chew gum while speaking to the resident - CORRECT ANSWER B Holistic care focuses on: (A) The whole person, including physical, mental, and social well-being (B) Disease and disability (C) How sick a person is (D) The absence of disease and illness - CORRECT ANSWER A The federal government requires ______ hours of continuing education for nursing assistants each year. (A) 10 (B) 12 (C) 15 (D) 18 - CORRECT ANSWER B Which of the following is a physical need? (A) The need to be accepted (B) The need for self-esteem (C) The need to be free from pain (D) The need for independence - CORRECT ANSWER C If a nursing assistant encounters a resident in a sexual situation, she should: (A) Call the resident's clergyperson to discuss it (B) Provide privacy and leave the room (C) Tell other residents and staff members about it (D) Ask the resident to stop what she is doing - CORRECT ANSWER B Which of the following is true of most elderly people? (A) They are active and have many interests. (B) They do not manage money well. (C) They are usually grouchy. (D) They do not like to leave home. - CORRECT ANSWER A Making an area or object completely free of all microorganisms is called: (A) Infection prevention (B) Disinfection (C) Transmission (D) Surgical asepsis - CORRECT ANSWER D One way for a nursing assistant to communicate effectively with a visually-impaired resident is to: (A) Wait until the resident speaks to her before identifying herself (B) Move the furniture in the resident's room to make it easier for him to get around (C) Avoid talking to the resident during care (D) Use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of objects - CORRECT ANSWER D Restraints may be used: (A) Whenever it is convenient for the facility staff (B) When a resident is being uncooperative (C) When there are not enough staff members to watch all the residents (D) Only with a doctor's order - CORRECT ANSWER D Infection prevention is: (A) The way in which infections occur (B) An infection limited to a specific part of the body (C) A set of methods used to prevent the spread of disease (D) An object that has not been contaminated with pathogens - CORRECT ANSWER C In military time, 7:45 p.m. would be: (A) 0745 hours (B) 1975 hours (C) 1945 hours (D) 0775 hours - CORRECT ANSWER C How is HIV spread? (A) Through the air (B) By hugging an infected person (C) By standing next to an infected person (D) By blood - CORRECT ANSWER D In which of the following procedures must a nursing assistant always wear gloves? (A) Shaving a resident (B) Combing or brushing hair (C) Dressing a resident (D) Turning a resident - CORRECT ANSWER A Most of the accidents in a facility are related to: (A) Falls (B) Burns (C) Poisoning (D) Choking - CORRECT ANSWER A When beginning to weigh a resident, the scale should be balanced at: (A) Zero (B) Five pounds (C) Ten pounds (D) Negative two pounds - CORRECT ANSWER A One way to prevent burns and scalds is to: (A) Check water temperature before giving a bath or shower (B) Serve residents drinks while they are standing (C) Leave warm water applications on for more than 30 minutes at a time (D) Use higher settings on hair dryers so residents' hair is not wet for too long - CORRECT ANSWER A If a nursing assistant is in an emergency situation but has not been trained to perform CPR, she should: (A) Perform CPR anyway. (B) Ask someone at the scene to tell her how to do it (C) Give basic first aid until the emergency medical team arrives (D) Do nothing - CORRECT ANSWER C A good way to help new residents adjust to life in the facility is: (A) Think about how it would feel to have to move into a facility (B) Tell the resident how much work it is to care for him (C) Cover up any mistakes to make the resident feel more confident about the facility's care (D) Push residents to join in activities even if they say they don't want to - CORRECT ANSWER A Which of the following is true of Transmission-Based Precautions? (A) You do not need to practice Standard Precautions if you practice Transmission- Based Precautions. (B) They are exactly the same as Standard Precautions. (C) They are practiced in addition to Standard Precautions. (D) They will not be listed in the care plan so as not to alarm anyone. - CORRECT ANSWER C Which of the following behaviors promotes Residents' Rights? (A) Deciding which clothing a resident should wear if she takes too long to decide for herself (B) Letting residents know when they are eating too slowly (C) Providing privacy during all care procedures (D) Restricting visitors for uncooperative residents - CORRECT ANSWER C Dangling means: (A) Sitting up with feet over side of bed (B) Sitting up in chair with feet on floor (C) Lying in bed with feet over side of bed (D) Hanging both arms over chair rests - CORRECT ANSWER A Which of the following is true of bladder retraining? (A) The NA should encourage the resident to drink plenty of fluids even if incontinence is a problem. (B) The NA does not need to keep a record of the resident's bladder habits. (C) The NA does not need to wear gloves when handling body wastes. (D) The NA should let the resident know when he or she is taking too long to urinate. - CORRECT ANSWER A In which position is a resident if he is lying flat on his back with his head and shoulders supported by a pillow? (A) Lateral position (B) Sims' position (C) Supine position (D) Prone position - CORRECT ANSWER C When handling dirty linen, a nursing assistant should: (A) Carry it close to her uniform (B) Wear gloves (C) Fold or roll it so the dirty area is on the outside (D) Shake it to remove any particles before disposing of it - CORRECT ANSWER B When transferring a resident who has a weak side: (A) The weak side moves first (B) The strong side moves first (C) The strong side and weak side move at the same time (D) It does not matter which side moves first - CORRECT ANSWER B A general rule for bathing a person is: (A) Wash from dirtiest to cleanest (B) Wash from cleanest to dirtiest (C) Wash body parts in whatever order the resident prefers (D) Wash body parts in whatever order the nursing assistant prefers - CORRECT ANSWER B When assisting a resident who has one weak side with dressing: (A) Clothing should be put on the weak side first (B) Clothing should be put on the strong side first (C) The weak side should be referred to as the "bad side" (D) It does not matter which side clothing is put on first - CORRECT ANSWER A Which of the following terms describes a bed that is completely made with the bedspread and blankets in place? (A) Closed bed (B) Open bed (C) Occupied bed (D) Unoccupied bed - CORRECT ANSWER A Under Standard Precautions, the term "body fluids" includes: (A) Sweat (B) Water (C) Juice (D) Urine - CORRECT ANSWER D A nursing assistant should give nail care: (A) Whenever she has time (B) When she is bathing a resident (C) When she notices a resident's nails are getting long (D) When the resident's nail polish wears off - CORRECT ANSWER B Which method of taking temperature is considered to be the most accurate? (A) Oral (B) Rectal (C) Tympanic (D) Axillary - CORRECT ANSWER B The normal pulse rate for adults is: (A) 25 to 50 BPM (B) 60 to 100 BPM (C) 100 to 150 BPM (D) 150 to 175 BPM - CORRECT ANSWER B If a nursing assistant sees a resident being sexually abused, she should: (A) Remove the resident from the situation immediately and report it to the nurse (B) Pretend not to see it to avoid embarrassing the resident (C) Tell the resident's family (D) Confront the abuser herself - CORRECT ANSWER A Difficulty breathing is called: (A) Eupnea (B) Apnea (C) Tachypnea (D) Dyspnea - CORRECT ANSWER D Draw sheets are used: (A) To keep the bed covers from pushing down on residents' feet (B) To keep the fingers from curling tightly (C) To keep a resident's joints in the correct position (D) To prevent skin damage caused by shearing - CORRECT ANSWER D The normal respiration rate for adults is: (A) 18-30 breaths per minute (B) 15-25 breaths per minute (C) 12-20 breaths per minute (D) 8-10 breaths per minute - CORRECT ANSWER C The most essential nutrient for life is ______ (A) Protein (B) Fat (C) Carbohydrates (D) Water - CORRECT ANSWER D What does the abbreviation "NPO" stand for? (A) Nothing pureed only (B) Not prepared on-site (C) Nothing by mouth (D) Nothing by order - CORRECT ANSWER C The artificial opening in the abdomen for an ostomy is called a: (A) Stoma (B) Stool (C) Bag (D) Anus - CORRECT ANSWER A To convert ounces to milliliters, multiply by: (A) 30 (B) 20 (C) 60 (D) 15 - CORRECT ANSWER A When providing perineal care for a female resident, the nursing assistant should: (A) Wipe from front to back (B) Wipe from back to front (C) Wipe the anal area first (D) Use the same area of the washcloth for each stroke - CORRECT ANSWER A According to the USDA's MyPlate icon, which food groups should make up at least half of a person's plate? (A) Grains and proteins (B) Vegetables and fruits (C) Dairy and proteins (D) Grains and fruits - CORRECT ANSWER B The first sign of skin breakdown is: (A) Muscle damage (B) Blackened skin with pressure ulcers (C) Shallow crater (D) Pale, white, reddened, or purple skin - CORRECT ANSWER D At which angle should residents be positioned for eating? (A) 180 degrees (B) 120 degrees (C) 100 degrees (D) 90 degrees - CORRECT ANSWER D Which of the following blood pressure readings falls within the normal range? (A) 119/75 (B) 135/90 (C) 91/70 (D) 140/80 - CORRECT ANSWER A A _______ is used for residents who cannot assist with raising their hips onto a bedpan. (A) Fracture pan (B) Urinal (C) Portable commode (D) Bedpan - CORRECT ANSWER A A(n) ______ stocking is a special stocking that can help with circulation. (A) Sheer (B) Clotting (C) Rotating (D) Anti-embolic - CORRECT ANSWER D A _______ urine specimen can be collected any time the resident voids. (A) Routine (B) Clean-catch (C) 24-hour (D) Sterile - CORRECT ANSWER A The most common site to take the pulse is: the: (A) Radial pulse (B) Brachial pulse (C) Carotid pulse (D) Pedal pulse - CORRECT ANSWER A How many feet does a quad cane have? (A) 1 (B) 2 (C) 3 (D) 4 - CORRECT ANSWER D The process of breathing in and out is called: (A) Inspiration (B) Respiration (C) Expiration (D) Expansion - CORRECT ANSWER B 65. Residents with COPD have trouble with: (A) Breathing (B) Urination (C) Losing weight (D) Vision - CORRECT ANSWER A When a resident uses a cane, walker, or crutches, the nursing assistant should: (A) Stay on the resident's stronger side (B) Stay on the resident's weaker side (C) Walk in front of the resident (D) Walk behind the resident - CORRECT ANSWER B Signs and symptoms of clinical depression include: (A) Intense hunger (B) Breath that smells fruity (C) Intense, sudden chest pain (D) Apathy - CORRECT ANSWER D The best time to collect a sputum specimen is: (A) Early in the morning (B) After the resident has eaten a meal (C) Right before bedtime (D) Right before lunch - CORRECT ANSWER A Weakening, wasting away, and decrease in size of a muscle is called: (A) Dystrophy (B) Atrophy (C) Contracture (D) Dislocation - CORRECT ANSWER B Which is the last sense to leave a person? (A) Sight (B) Hearing (C) Touch (D) Smell - CORRECT ANSWER B After a total hip replacement, the hip cannot be bent or flexed more than ______ degrees. (A) 45 (B) 75 (C) 90 (D) 100 - CORRECT ANSWER C Which of the following is a care guideline for residents recovering from a CVA? (A) Do as much as possible for the resident so that care can be completed more efficiently. (B) Encourage resident to finish tasks as quickly as possible to help speed recovery. (C) Assist with ambulation to prevent falls. (D) Place food in the affected/weaker side of the mouth when feeding. - CORRECT ANSWER C A tumor that is cancerous is called a(n) ______ tumor. (A) Opportunistic (B) Benign (C) Malignant (D) Metastasized - CORRECT ANSWER C Which of the following statements is true of Alzheimer's disease (AD)? (A) Skills a person has used over a lifetime are usually kept longer. (B) Residents with AD will show the same signs at the same times. (C) NAs should do everything for residents with AD. (D) Alzheimer's disease is a normal part of aging. - CORRECT ANSWER A Which of the following is a guideline for safe diabetic foot care? (A) Inspect and clean resident's feet every day. (B) Clip resident's toenails frequently. (C) Use lotion between the toes to prevent dryness and cracking. (D) Use hot water for bathing the feet to help prevent infection. - CORRECT ANSWER A If a resident with Alzheimer's disease has problems with bathing, the nursing assistant should: (A) Schedule bathing when the resident is least agitated (B) Hurry the resident through the bath (C) Insist that the resident bathe even if she does not want to (D) Surprise the resident with the bath - CORRECT ANSWER A A diabetic resident should: (A) Skip meals (B) Go barefoot (C) Receive careful foot care (D) Avoid exercise - CORRECT ANSWER C HIV can be transmitted: (A) To a nursing assistant who touches an infected resident's telephone (B) To anyone who uses the same toilet as an infected person (C) To people who hug an infected person when that person has a fever (D) To a fetus by an infected mother - CORRECT ANSWER D Which of the following thermometers is used to take a temperature from the ear? (A) Oral thermometer (B) Rectal thermometer (C) Tympanic thermometer (D) Axillary thermometer - CORRECT ANSWER C Which of the following statements is true of HIV and AIDS? (A) AIDS can be cured. (B) Having unprotected sex puts a person at a high risk for HIV/AIDS. (C) Standard Precautions do not need to be practiced on a person with AIDS. (D) A person with HIV can be fired because of the disease. - CORRECT ANSWER B Alternate communication methods for a resident with an artificial airway include: (A) Playing charades (B) Shouting at the resident (C) Asking the resident's family what they think he wants (D) Using communication boards - CORRECT ANSWER D When assisting with ROM exercises, the nursing assistant should begin at the ______ and work her way ______ the body. (A) Abdomen, up (B) Feet, up (C) Head, down (D) Thighs, down - CORRECT ANSWER C How should residents be positioned while they eat? (A) Lying flat on their backs (B) Reclining at a 45-degree angle (C) Sitting as upright as possible (D) Lying on their sides - CORRECT ANSWER C One way for a nursing assistant to help a resident with Alzheimer's disease with eating is to: (A) Put a few types of food on the plate at the same time (B) Use dishes without a pattern and a simple place setting (C) Withhold food until the resident is really hungry (D) Serve steaming hot foods and drinks - CORRECT ANSWER B Orthotic devices are used to: (A) Keep joints in correct position and improve function (B) Assist residents with ADLs (C) Maintain proper body alignment (D) Prevent rubbing, irritation, and pressure ulcers - CORRECT ANSWER A When should documentation be recorded? (A) Immediately after care is given (B) At the end of the shift (C) Whenever there is time (D) Before the care is given - CORRECT ANSWER A An object can be called "clean" if: (A) It has not been used on or near a sick resident (B) No dirt or debris is visible on the object (C) It has been contaminated with pathogens (D) It has not been contaminated with pathogens - CORRECT ANSWER D In which of the following parts of the body are mucous membranes found? (A) Feet (B) Hands (C) Genitals (D) Elbows - CORRECT ANSWER C Problems affecting nutritional intake among the elderly and chronically ill include: (A) Fatigue and pain that occur with certain illnesses increase appetite (B) Older people produce more saliva (C) Increase in physical activity and mobility causes an increased appetite (D) Ability to smell and taste food and drink decreases as people age - CORRECT ANSWER D The chain of command is: (A) A legal term meaning a person can be held responsible for harming someone else (B) The person in charge of the department for each shift (C) The line of authority in a facility (D) The department that a nursing assistant goes to if he wants to report a problem - CORRECT ANSWER C Which of the following is an ombudsman's responsibility? (A) Helping with care procedures (B) Assisting with resolving facility budget problems (C) Investigating and resolving complaints (D) Creating special diets for residents - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident has purchased a special gift for her nursing assistant, Sarah. Which of the following would be the best response by Sarah? (A) Refuse but thank her for thinking of her (B) Accept because Sarah does not know her facility's policy on gifts (C) Accept and ask the resident not to tell anyone (D) Refuse and tell her that her employer is very unfair about employees accepting gifts from residents - CORRECT ANSWER A Which member of the care team assesses residents, monitors progress, and gives treatments? (A) The nurse (B) The nursing assistant (C) The medical social worker (D) The registered dietitian - CORRECT ANSWER A Hand hygiene is: (A) Washing hands with soap and water only (B) Using alcohol-based hand rubs only (C) Wearing gloves when performing care procedures (D) Washing hands with either plain or antiseptic soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rubs - CORRECT ANSWER D A nursing assistant should reposition bedbound residents at least every: (A) Two hours (B) Three hours (C) Ten minutes (D) Twenty minutes - CORRECT ANSWER A Which of the following statements is an example of a fact? (A) Mrs. Christensen weighs 142 pounds. (B) Mrs. Christensen is too thin. (C) Mrs. Christensen seems happy when we serve meatloaf. (D) Mrs. Christensen is lonely. - CORRECT ANSWER A How should a standard bedpan be positioned? (A) The smaller end should be aligned with the resident's buttocks. (B) The wider end should be aligned with the resident's buttocks. (C) One of the longer sides should be aligned with the resident's buttocks. (D) It should be turned on its side. - CORRECT ANSWER B Which of the following statements is true of spiritual needs? (A) Residents will believe in God. (B) Residents will be Christians. (C) Residents will have different spiritual needs and beliefs. (D) Residents will not believe in God or a higher power. - CORRECT ANSWER C Where should the call light be placed when a nursing assistant leaves a resident's room? (A) On the bedside table beside the telephone (B) Next to the television remote (C) Within the resident's reach (D) On a chair next to the resident's bed - CORRECT ANSWER C Blood pressure is measured using a: (A) Thermometer (B) Watch (C) Finger (D) Sphygmomanometer - CORRECT ANSWER D [Show Less]
CNA Practice Exam 1|73 Questions with Verified Answers In which of the following locations would a nursing assistant stand when assisting a resident who... [Show More] has experienced a stroke to ambulate? - CORRECT ANSWER On the resident's affected side Which of the following is appropriate care for a resident who is agitated and talking loudly? - CORRECT ANSWER Speak to the resident in a calm, comforting manner Gloves are to be worn when performing which of the following activities? - CORRECT ANSWER Performing peri-care Which of the following is an example of neglect? - CORRECT ANSWER Applying a restraint too tight When a resident is dying, which sense is lost last? - CORRECT ANSWER Hearing Which of the following is the first sign of a decubitus ulcer? - CORRECT ANSWER Redness The nursing assistant demonstrates correct listening skills by which of the following activities? - CORRECT ANSWER Leaning toward the resident and responding when appropriate Which of the following locations is the body temperature of a resident taken most often? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER In front of the wheelchair What is the first action of a nursing assistant before performing a procedure? - CORRECT ANSWER Checking the resident's identification Which muscles are injured most often when a nursing assistant does not use proper body mechanics for a procedure? - CORRECT ANSWER Back muscles Which of the following choices is not a safety precaution used for showering a resident? - CORRECT ANSWER Leaving the resident unattended in the shower Which of the following phrases best defines the term STAT? - CORRECT ANSWER Immediately Which of the following is the most appropriate action of the nursing assistant when a resident complains of chest pain? - CORRECT ANSWER Call for help immediately A bed that is free of wrinkles is necessary to prevent which of the following complications? - CORRECT ANSWER Pressure sore In which of the following food groups is Vitamin D found? - CORRECT ANSWER Dairy Which of the following is a true statement regarding religious beliefs? - CORRECT ANSWER Residents have a right to practice their own religious beliefs Which of the following choices is needed to communicate with a completely deaf resident? - CORRECT ANSWER Pen and paper The nurse administering the wrong medication to a resident is an example of which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER Malpractice A nursing assistant threatening to restrain a resident is an example of which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER Assault Select the appropriate equipment to use when giving mouth care to an unconscious resident. - CORRECT ANSWER Soft toothette Which of the following is a description of a stage one decubitus ulcer? - CORRECT ANSWER Redness Which of the following is the medical term for intestinal gas? - CORRECT ANSWER Flatus Which of the following statements by a nursing assistant suggests that he or she has an understanding of cultural awareness? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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: - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER Right side (the affected side) Which of the following products are applied to a resident's skin before shaving? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER Write in pencil As a nursing assistant, you can refuse to do a delegated task when which of the following occurs? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER Handwashing Which of the following is the correct definition for NPO? - CORRECT ANSWER Nothing by mouth Who is responsible to ask visitors to leave the resident's room before giving the resident a bath? - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant preparing to give the bath Which of the following is true regarding the resident's phone rights? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER Denial Which of the following best defines restorative nursing? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER Nurse Which of the following is least likely to cause a skin tear? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER DNR Which of the following behaviors is considered a demonstration of caring? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER Offer dietary supplements as prescribed When a resident falls, what is the most frequent injury that occurs? - CORRECT ANSWER Fractured hip In which of the following conditions is a cold pack applied? - CORRECT ANSWER To decrease swelling Which of the following is not a sign of impending death? - CORRECT ANSWER Stable vital signs Select the observation that should be reported to the nurse STAT? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER "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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 90 mL When a resident refuses a bath, the nursing assistant should perform which of the following actions? - CORRECT ANSWER Respect the resident's wishes Which of the following is an appropriate response to a resident who is making sexual comments? - CORRECT ANSWER "The comment is not acceptable to me" Which of the following devices is used to prevent contractures? - CORRECT ANSWER Hand roll What is the medical term for high blood pressure? - CORRECT ANSWER Hypertension When residents have visitors, it is important for the nursing assistant to do which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER Provide privacy Which of the following is the correct method of washing the perineum of a resident who has an indwellling catheter? - CORRECT ANSWER Wash away from the meatus The nursing assistant is cleaning a resident's dentures. Which of the following is a correct safety precaution? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER The resident's right to privacy Which of the following is true regarding the use of a gait belt? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER Right to free or reduced medical care Which of the following best defines quadriplegia? - CORRECT ANSWER 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? - CORRECT ANSWER Inform the person that all information regarding all residents is confidential and you cannot disclose the information to him or her [Show Less]
CNA Practice Written Exam 80 Questions with Verified Answers 2020 The nurse aide is responsible for all of the following fire prevention measures EXCEPT... [Show More] : - CORRECT ANSWER taking cigarettes and matches away from all clients and visitors. What is the term for a device used to take the place of a missing body part? -External rotation -Abduction -Pronation -Prosthesis - CORRECT ANSWER Prosthesis The Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) is used for a client who has -a bloody nose -a blocked airway -impaired eyesight -fallen out of bed - CORRECT ANSWER a blocked airway The most comfortable position for a resident with a respiratory problem is -Supine -Lateral -Prone -Fowler's - CORRECT ANSWER Fowler's The nurse aide sees a client spill water on the floor in the hall. Another client is walking down the hall. The nurse aide SHOULD -call housekeeping. -call the nurse. -leave the spill. -clean up the spill. - CORRECT ANSWER clean up the spill. The electric shaver that the nurse aide is using to shave a client begins to spark and smoke. What should the nurse aide do FIRST? -Call the nurse in charge. -Finish shaving the client as quickly as possible -Unplug the shaver -Use the roommate's shaver to finish the shave - CORRECT ANSWER Unplug the shaver When transferring a client, MOST of the client's weight should be supported by the nurse aide's -shoulders -back -wrists -legs - CORRECT ANSWER legs The nurse aide is going to help the client walk from the bed to a chair. What should the nurse aide put on the client's feet? -Nothing -Rubber-soled slippers or shoes -Socks or stockings only -Cloth-soled slippers - CORRECT ANSWER Rubber-soled slippers or shoes Physical restraints are used MOST often -at the roommate's request. -when staff is short. -to prevent client injury. -at the family's request. - CORRECT ANSWER to prevent client injury. Which of the following is NOT considered to be a way to restrain a client? -Pain management -A hand mitt -Lap buddy/tray -A sedative - CORRECT ANSWER Pain management A client needs to be repositioned but is heavy, and the nurse aide is not sure she can move the client alone. The nurse aide should -ask another nurse aide to help -have the family do it -try to move the client alone -go on to another task - CORRECT ANSWER ask another nurse aide to help Insulin, a hormone, regulates -The amount of salt retained in the blood -The rhythm of the heart -The amount of sugar in the blood -The strength of the skeletal muscles - CORRECT ANSWER The amount of sugar in the blood NPO means -Only ice chips per mouth -Nothing by mouth except water -Nothing by mouth -Nothing per ostomy - CORRECT ANSWER Nothing by mouth Clean bed linen placed in a client's room but NOT used should be -returned to the linen closet -used for a client in the next room -taken to the nurse in charge -put in the dirty linen container - CORRECT ANSWER put in the dirty linen container When taking a client's radial pulse, the nurse aide's fingertips should be placed on the client's -elbow. -wrist. -neck. -chest. - CORRECT ANSWER wrist. When taking an oral temperature, it is important to -put lubricant on the thermometer. -place the thermometer in the rectum. -place the thermometer under the tongue. -place the thermometer under the arm. - CORRECT ANSWER place the thermometer under the tongue. What is the FIRST thing a nurse aide should do when finding an unresponsive client? -Call for help -Call family -Start compressions -Close the door - CORRECT ANSWER Call for help When operating a manual bed, the nurse aide should remember to -elevate the client's head at all times. -keep the bed in the neutral position. -fold cranks under bed. -lock the wheels when the cranks are folded. - CORRECT ANSWER fold cranks under bed. Which of the following best helps reduce pressure on the bony prominences? -Several pillows -Repositioning every shift -Flotation mattress -Sheepskin - CORRECT ANSWER Flotation mattress To avoid pulling the catheter when turning a male client, the catheter tube must be taped to the client's -bed frame -upper thigh -bed sheet -hip - CORRECT ANSWER upper thigh While making an empty bed, the nurse aide sees that the side rail is broken. The nurse aide SHOULD -warn the client to be careful when she gets back into bed. -wait for the next safety check to report the broken side rail. -tie the side rail in the raised position until it is fixed. -report the broken side rail immediately. - CORRECT ANSWER report the broken side rail immediately. The purpose for padding side rails on the client's bed is to -use them as a restraint -protect the client from injury -keep the client warm -have a place to connect the call signal - CORRECT ANSWER protect the client from injury What type of fire can be put out with water? -Grease -Chemical -Electrical -Paper - CORRECT ANSWER Paper When helping a client who is recovering from a stroke to walk, the nurse aide should assist -on the client's strong side -on the client's weak side -from behind the client -with a wheelchair - CORRECT ANSWER on the client's weak side How many tips does a quad-cane base have? -4 -1 -2 -3 - CORRECT ANSWER 4 The nursing care plan states, "Transfer with mechanical lift." however, the client is very agitated. To transfer the client, the nurse aide SHOULD -keep wheels unlocked so the lift can move with the client. -get assistance to move the client. -place the client in the lift. -lift the client without the mechanical device. - CORRECT ANSWER get assistance to move the client. To be sure that a client's weight is measured accurately, the client should be weighed -after a meal -by a different nurse aide -after a good night's sleep -at the same time of day - CORRECT ANSWER at the same time of day Which of the following is a correct measurement of urinary output? -300 cc -40 oz -2 cups -1 quart - CORRECT ANSWER 300 cc A client is paralyzed on the right side. The nurse aide should place the signaling device -on the right side of the bed near the client's hand. -under the pillow. -on the left side of the bed near the client's hand. -at the foot of the bed. - CORRECT ANSWER on the left side of the bed near the client's hand. Which of the following people provide treatment for persons who have difficulty talking due to disorders such as a stroke or physical defects? -Physical therapist -Speech therapist -Occupational therapist -Registered nurse - CORRECT ANSWER Speech therapist While eating dinner a client starts to choke and turn blue. The nurse aide SHOULD -call for assistance and perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts). -slap the client on the back until the food dislodges. -immediately remove the client's food tray and go find the nurse in charge. -give the client a drink of water. - CORRECT ANSWER call for assistance and perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts). The nurse aide is walking with a client confined to a wheelchair when the facility fire alarm system is activated. The client becomes excited from the noise. The nurse aide SHOULD -leave the client to search for help. -comfort the client while moving to a safe place. -lock the client's wheelchair and check the surrounding area for smoke. -push the wheelchair out of the hallway and carry the client out of the facility. - CORRECT ANSWER comfort the client while moving to a safe place. For safety, when leaving a client alone in a room, the nurse aide SHOULD -leave the bed elevated in highest position. -place signaling device within client's reach. -keep the door tightly closed. -apply a restraint to the client. - CORRECT ANSWER place signaling device within client's reach. The equipment you need to gather to do unconscious oral care would include -Toothbrush -toothette/mouth swab -Toothpaste -All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER toothette/mouth swab When caring for a client who uses a protective device (restraint), the nurse aide SHOULD -assess the client once every hour. -assure the protective device is tight. -check the client's body alignment. -release the protective device once a shift. - CORRECT ANSWER check the client's body alignment. To convert four ounces of juice to milliliters (ml), the nurse aide should multiply -4 x 30 ml -4 x 15 ml -4 x 10 ml -4 x 5 ml - CORRECT ANSWER 4 x 30 ml To lift an object using good body mechanics, the nurse aide SHOULD -hold the object away from the body. -bend knees and keep back straight. -lift with abdominal muscles. -Keep both feet close together. - CORRECT ANSWER bend knees and keep back straight. The nurse aide notices that the client's radio cord is draped across a chair in order to reach the nearest outlet. The FIRST thing the nurse aide should do is -tell the client the radio is a safety hazard and take it away. -take the radio to the activities room and tell the client to listen to it there. -see if any changes can be made so that the radio can be plugged in safely. -unplug the radio and ask the client not to use it. - CORRECT ANSWER see if any changes can be made so that the radio can be plugged in safely. A client is to be assisted out of bed to sit in a wheelchair. Which action would make this procedure safe? -place the bed in the low position -release the wheel brakes -place a pillow on the wheelchair seat -lower both footrest pedals - CORRECT ANSWER place the bed in the low position If the nurse aide discovers fire in a client's room, the FIRST thing to do is -open a window -call the nurse in charge -remove the client -try to put out the fire - CORRECT ANSWER remove the client The brain is part of the -endocrine system -locomotor system -nervous system -exocrine system - CORRECT ANSWER nervous system Signs and symptoms of shock may include -Hyperventilation -Low blood pressure, tachycardia, clammy, pale skin -Absence of respirations and pulse -Increased blood pressure, bradycardia, and flushed skin - CORRECT ANSWER Low blood pressure, tachycardia, clammy, pale skin What is the best way of keeping a skilled nursing facility from having an unpleasant odor? -Use an air freshener regularly -Empty bedpans and change linens in a timely manner. -There is nothing you can do. -Keep all the windows open. - CORRECT ANSWER Empty bedpans and change linens in a timely manner. Before performing any procedure a nurse aide must -identify the patient -explain the procedure -wash your hands -all of the above. - CORRECT ANSWER all of the above. Drainage bags from urinary catheters should always -have their output measured each week. -be kept below the level of the bladder. -be fastened securely to the bed frame. -be changed every shift. - CORRECT ANSWER be kept below the level of the bladder. Post-partum refers to -The period of time right before delivery of a baby -The period of time right after death. -The period of time after a delivery of a baby -The period of time just before death. - CORRECT ANSWER The period of time after a delivery of a baby The recommended position for giving an enema is -Semi-fowlers -Left Sims -Prone -Supine - CORRECT ANSWER Left Sims On what side should the patient lie for an enema? -The side closer to the restroom. -Whichever side is more comfortable. -Left. -Right. - CORRECT ANSWER Left. Mrs. Shumway has an order for I&O. You have picked up her breakfast and note she drank half of a 6oz. glass of juice, 4oz. of milk, and 8oz. of coffee, you document -920cc -450 cc -685cc -240cc - CORRECT ANSWER 450 cc Hint: 1oz = 30cc The circulatory system consists of the -heart, aorta, pulmonary vessels, lungs -heart, arteries, veins and capillaries. -blood vessels, lymph nodes, spleen -blood vessels, arteries, veins and capillaries - CORRECT ANSWER heart, arteries, veins and capillaries. Meal trays have arrived. Before serving each tray the nurse aide should -check the temperature of the food. -ask patients if they are hungry. -ask about dietary restrictions. -check each armband, even on familiar patients. - CORRECT ANSWER check each armband, even on familiar patients. Normal urine color is -Yellow -Brown -Colorless -Red - CORRECT ANSWER Yellow The charge nurse has asked you to take Mrs. Shumway's vital signs. You know you must first -Wash your hands -Identify the patient and introduce yourself -Gather appropriate equipment -All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER All of the above The opening of the colostomy to the outside of the body is called the -Rectum -Stoma -Insertion site. -None of the above - CORRECT ANSWER Stoma Continuing education is -necessary for recertification in many states. -a professional standard. -important for keeping abreast of new development. -all of the above. - CORRECT ANSWER all of the above. While taking a rectal temperature the nurse aide should insert the thermometer and -stay in the room until it is time to read the temperature. -go on his break. -hold onto the thermometer until it can be removed. -take care of other patients and return in three minutes. - CORRECT ANSWER hold onto the thermometer until it can be removed. Mrs. Sparks is an 83-year-old female patient who suffers from the late effects of a CVA. she has {L} sided hemiplegia. This is -L arm contracture -L arm and leg itching -Paralysis on the left side of the body -Rash to the L arm - CORRECT ANSWER Paralysis on the left side of the body Hint: Hemi means half A resident with an ileostomy evacuates feces through the -Jejunum -ileum -Anus -Colon - CORRECT ANSWER ileum A patient complains that her hand hurts where the IV is running. The nurse assistant notices that the hand is puffy. The best thing to do is -notify the IV nurse that the infusion appears to have infiltrated. -put ice onto the hand. -reassure the patient that needles always hurt. -notify the medication nurse that the patient is complaining of pain. - CORRECT ANSWER notify the IV nurse that the infusion appears to have infiltrated. Which of the following measurements you obtained from Mrs. Shumway should be reported immediately to the charge nurse? -Respiration 20 -Temperature 99F -Pulse 74 -B/P 190/114 - CORRECT ANSWER B/P 190/114 A patient who was given insulin in the morning is pale and sweaty and appears confused two hours later. It would be helpful to find out whether the patient -had visitors that day. -had breakfast. -ate too much sugar. -has diabetes. - CORRECT ANSWER had breakfast. You are caring for Mr. Brown who has a diagnosis of COPD. His SpO2 is 82%. He is currently receiving O2 via Nasal Cannula @ 2 liters/min. What do you do? -Turn up the O2 to 4 liters/min -Report it STAT to your nurse. -Ask Mr. Brown to take breaths more frequently. -Switch the nasal cannula to a mask. - CORRECT ANSWER Report it STAT to your nurse. Mrs. Shumway's nursing care plan lists CHF (Congestive Heart Failure) as her primary dx. (diagnosis). You would expect her ADL routine to include -Placement of TED hose after ambulation -Daily jog around the facility for 1 hour -Encourage oral fluids -Daily am weight measurement - CORRECT ANSWER Daily am weight measurement Which of the following is associated with smoking? -vitamin C deficiency. -Pneumonia. -heart attacks. -all of the above. - CORRECT ANSWER all of the above. In report the nurse aide is told that one of her patients has been ordered NPO after midnight. The aide should -offer frequent snacks. -note all water the patient drinks and all output. -take away the water pitcher at midnight. -ask the patient if he is having any pain. - CORRECT ANSWER take away the water pitcher at midnight. A patient appears more pale than usual. The nurse aide should -note it on the chart. -offer a glass of water. -get the patient a snack. -ask the patient how he feels and take his vital signs immediately. - CORRECT ANSWER ask the patient how he feels and take his vital signs immediately. In the Nursing Care Plan you note it is written; "O2 per N/C @3L, Orthopnea pos. as needed". As a CNA you know this means -Resident is to be ambulated every 3 hours -Orient new client @ 3:00 to orthopedic unit -Resident has oxygen with a nasal cannula on three liters, assist to sit in Fowlers -Oral care every 3 hours - CORRECT ANSWER Resident has oxygen with a nasal cannula on three liters, assist to sit in Fowlers A professional and safe working appearance would include -Carefully manicured acrylic nails -Sandals, t-shirt and name-tag -Jewelry that reflects your fun personality -Clean, wrinkle free uniform, short fingernails, off-the-shoulder hair - CORRECT ANSWER Clean, wrinkle free uniform, short fingernails, off-the-shoulder hair A patient has a diagnosis of psoriasis. Her nurse aide should -avoid contact with the highly contagious lesions. -wear gloves for patient care. -wear a mask when entering the room. -treat her the same as any other patient with a non-infectious disease. - CORRECT ANSWER treat her the same as any other patient with a non-infectious disease. Most of our calories should come from -fats -protein -vitamins -carbohydrates - CORRECT ANSWER Carbohydrates To help ensure adequate circulation to prevent skin breakdown, you could -Perform active or passive range-of-motion exercises -Change the patient's position frequently -Give back massages -All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER All of the above Your resident consumed a bowl of soup that was 180 cc of liquid. How many ounces was that? -6 oz -4 oz -5 oz -7 oz - CORRECT ANSWER 6 oz Hint: 1 oz = 30 cc Who orders a warm or cold application? -Director of nursing -Nurse -You as a CNA can if you think it is necessary -doctor - CORRECT ANSWER doctor When caring for a resident with an indwelling Foley catheter it is important to -Tuck the tubing under the patient's leg to keep it off the floor -Pin the tubing to the resident gown -Check the bag and tubing frequently for adequate urinary flow -Withhold fluids if the bag is too full - CORRECT ANSWER Check the bag and tubing frequently for adequate urinary flow A nurse assistant notices red marks on a resident's back and buttocks. The aide acts in the knowledge that -it takes a doctor's order to rub skin with lotion. -patients can only be turned every two hours. -the skin can break down if nothing is done. -red marks are not a problem. - CORRECT ANSWER the skin can break down if nothing is done. A nurse aide notices blood in a patient's IV tubing. The aide should -notify the IV nurse. -do nothing; that's normal. -stop the IV. -try to flush the tubing. - CORRECT ANSWER notify the IV nurse. Which of the following should be reported immediately? -Temperature of 99.4 -A pulse of 90 -Respirations of 12 -A blood pressure of 90/40 - CORRECT ANSWER A blood pressure of 90/40 Which of the following is not true of blindness? -Always identify yourself before touching a blind person. -Diabetes is an important cause of blindness. -Ask if a blind person needs help before giving assistance. -Most legally blind or visually-impaired people have no sight at all. - CORRECT ANSWER Most legally blind or visually-impaired people have no sight at all. Mrs. Hernandez had a hip replacement and is admitted to the long term care facility for rehabilitation. Her condition is -Tonic -Acute -Chronic -Obstetric - CORRECT ANSWER Acute The safest way to confirm a resident's identity is -Ask the resident's room mate -Look at the door number and compare to your room list -Check an ID bracelet or tag attached to the resident -Call the person by name and see if they answer - CORRECT ANSWER Check an ID bracelet or tag attached to the resident [Show Less]
CNA Practice Test for Basic Nursing Skills 70 Questions with Verified Answers Which medical term is often used for "burping, belching and passing gas"? ... [Show More] - CORRECT ANSWER flatus making a bed, whether occupied or unoccupied, should end with_____. - CORRECT ANSWER washing hands which of these is least likely to contribute to skin tears? - CORRECT ANSWER length of hair which of these treatment would be best to decrease swelling? - CORRECT ANSWER cold compression which of these is the least likely to signal impending death? - CORRECT ANSWER increase in appetite which medical position can be described as, " the patient's head is elevated with legs either bent - CORRECT ANSWER fowlers position which of these examples demonstrates using proper body mechanics when helping to lift a resident in bed? - CORRECT ANSWER bending at the waist, knees partially flexed ,using leg muscles to lift. the best use of alcohol- based sanitizer is____. - CORRECT ANSWER when hands are no visibly soiled which of these is incorrect in reference to wearing gloves? - CORRECT ANSWER always wear latex gloves because they are the most impermeable option. if you are walking with a resident and they fall, which of these is not an action you should take? - CORRECT ANSWER help the resident off the floor and in to the nearest chair if you smell smoke and discover a resident smoking in his room, it is best to ____. - CORRECT ANSWER have him stop and remind him of the facility policies because of the hazards it creates to ever resident A resident is supposed to have 240 milliliters of juice every 2 hours. Which one of these choices would be the most convenient to meet this requirement? - CORRECT ANSWER 8 oz. can of juice all of these might be used dealing with contractures except_____. - CORRECT ANSWER bandaging hypertension is a medical term for____. - CORRECT ANSWER high blood pressure to minimize the spread of bacteria, further infection, and contamination, which procedure should be used for washing the perineum of a resident with a catheter? - CORRECT ANSWER was from the meatus out which of these should not be part of the process for cleaning a resident dentures? - CORRECT ANSWER placing clean dentures on top of a tissue on the resident table. A resident in your care has called you for help. he claim they can't find his dentures. As a nursing assistant, I is your responsibility to____. - CORRECT ANSWER notify the supervising nurse applying friction in the handwashing process is very important. according to CDC recommendations, the scrubbing portion of hand washing should take____. - CORRECT ANSWER 20 seconds all of these precautions should be followed when using a transefer- gait belt, except_____. - CORRECT ANSWER not worrying about proper body mechanics which of these is considered an accurate method for counting respiration rate? - CORRECT ANSWER the nursing assistant looks at the residents abdomen and a watch at the same time. the medical term tetraplegia- meaning paralysis of all four extremities- is often used interchangeably with the term_____. - CORRECT ANSWER quadriplegia which of these is not true when taking a blood pressure reading? - CORRECT ANSWER the optimum position for the resident is lying down with his or her feet elevated a resident has the following symptoms: dizziness, feeling fait, blood pressure below 90/60 and cold, sweaty skin. the resident is most likely suffering from____. - CORRECT ANSWER hypotension the normal pulse rate for an adult is 60-100 beats per minute. the normal pulse rate for children is ____. - CORRECT ANSWER 70-120 beats per minute alcohol based hand cleanser is appropriate for all of these situations except______. - CORRECT ANSWER when hands have observable dirt. which of these is not true about the proper procudere for taking a tympanic membrane temperature with an electric thermometer? - CORRECT ANSWER be sure the ear is free of cerumen (earwax) before inserting the unit. If you are helping a resident put on a clean night shirt and it falls to the ground before you get started, it is best to: - CORRECT ANSWER put the shirt in the hamper for cleaning and get another clean garment colvusions are associated with___. - CORRECT ANSWER a seizure when muscle tissues shorten and then a joint becomes hard to move it is called ____. - CORRECT ANSWER a contracture which of these tasks related to intravenous therapy is in the scope of responsibilities for a nursing assistant? - CORRECT ANSWER watch the drip and report any problems to obtain the most accurate patient weight, the nursing assistant should weigh the patient_____. - CORRECT ANSWER 3-4 hours after eating. a nursing assistant is instructed to take the oral temperature of a patine who just had a cold drink. the patient's temperature should be taken____. - CORRECT ANSWER 15 minutes after the drink was finished a nursing assistant is caring for a patient with MRSA and is wearing a gown and gloves whenever she provides the patient care. when she needs to go care for another patient she should dispose of her gown and gloves___. - CORRECT ANSWER in the current patient's room another term for decubitus ulcer is - CORRECT ANSWER pressure sore why is taking a resident's oral temperature the most commond means of obtaining a reading? - CORRECT ANSWER it offers the most ease of access and least inconvenience to the resident when transferring a resident from a wheelchair to stationary chair, the nursing assistant should stand____. - CORRECT ANSWER in front of the wheelchair which of these could be considered neglectful when assisting resident with showering? - CORRECT ANSWER leaving the resident alone so they are motivated to care for themselves. a resident in your care is suffering chest pains. which of these is not a direction to follow? - CORRECT ANSWER have the resident take small sips of water and place them in a downright positions all of these are ways to prevent pressure sores except - CORRECT ANSWER providing extra blankets which of these describes stage 4 of a decubitus ulcer - CORRECT ANSWER open area with damage reaching to the bone, joint, or tendons a resident is ill with the following symptoms: fever, swelling, redness, and chills. the resident most likely has ____. - CORRECT ANSWER an infection which of these would most liely be used to protect a resident from inflicting immediate harm to themselves in a care facility setting? - CORRECT ANSWER restraints which of these applies to proper hand washing procedures? - CORRECT ANSWER use a paper towel to turn off the faucet why is an axillary reading generally lower than the other forms of taking a temperature ? - CORRECT ANSWER it is not inside the body. which of these is the correct step in taking a radial pulse? - CORRECT ANSWER press lightly against the radial bone with your fingers which statement is false with regard to taking a rectal temperature? - CORRECT ANSWER mercury thermometers are preferred for accuracy a pulse can be taken in all of these areas except____. - CORRECT ANSWER the back of the head which statement is incorrect regarding the Heimlich maneuver? - CORRECT ANSWER if the resident is coughing violently ,proceed with the Heimlich maneuver immediately a nursing assistant may help in alleviating the use of restraints on a resident using all of these suggestions except___. - CORRECT ANSWER bringing out a restraint so the resident is reminded they will be used if the behavior transmission based precautions are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Added to standard-based precautions when a resident is known or suspected of having a communicable disease. which of these is not true about condom catheters - CORRECT ANSWER they are internal catheters and not as effective as external catheters. after assisting a resident onto a bedpan, it will help to make the patient more comfortable if you_____. - CORRECT ANSWER raise the head of the bed a resident has the following symptoms: expelled brown fluid from the rectum, excessive amounts of flatus, and light abdominal cramping. which of these is most likely the cause of these symptoms? - CORRECT ANSWER an enema which of these is not a signal for notifying the charge nurse regarding a resident's ostomy bag? - CORRECT ANSWER a temperature of 98.8 the medical term for a device with two soft plastic prongs that attach to a plastic tube delivering oxygen is ____. - CORRECT ANSWER a nasal cannula a resident with venous stasis has developed pressure sores under elastic stockings. what is the most likely cause? - CORRECT ANSWER these are wrinkles in the elastic stockings to avoid pulling the catheter when turning a patient, the catheter tube should be taped to the patient's_____. - CORRECT ANSWER upper thigh which is the standard for measuring urinary output? - CORRECT ANSWER millimeter which is the best advice if you are uncertain you are able to move an obese patient on your own when it is time for their scheduled re-posting? - CORRECT ANSWER ask another nursing aide to help which of these best describes the purpose of padded side rails? - CORRECT ANSWER to protect a restraint from injury a cna is recording the 24 hour urine output of a patien with kidneys issues. what 24 hour urine value would warrant a report to the nurse? - CORRECT ANSWER 600 cc a resident drinks 8 ounces of milk during lunch but the standard measurement of documentation in the facility centimeters(cc). what value would the nursing assistant record? - CORRECT ANSWER 240 cc approximately 30 cc in every ounce you are caring for a patient with a strict dysphagia diet. which item on the patient's tray would you question? - CORRECT ANSWER peanut butter There is a sign that says "NPO" on your patient's door. You know this means: - CORRECT ANSWER the patient can not have anything by mouth your patient has a low pulse, seems slightly confused, and has sweet, fruity-smelling breath. you suspect____. - CORRECT ANSWER hyperglycemia which of these would be inappropriate when caring for a diabetic patient - CORRECT ANSWER offering the patient a thermal foot soak once a day to relax a fractured hip is _____. - CORRECT ANSWER the most frequent injury when a resident falls as a CNA you become an advocate for the resident(s) that you care for. this means that you_____. - CORRECT ANSWER communicate their needs when they might not be able to. you should be careful when changing _____, as this is commond site for unintentionally discarded needles. - CORRECT ANSWER a residents' bed linens when having a conversation with a dysphasic patient( someone who has trouble speaking), it is important not to ______. - CORRECT ANSWER finish what you believe they are trying to say for them. [Show Less]
CNA Written Test 64 Questions with Verified Answers 2021 When getting ready to make a bed, the aide should place the clean linens on a. in the bathroo... [Show More] m b. Chair or table beside the bed c. Roommate's bed d. The floor - CORRECT ANSWER B. chair or table beside the bed The only purpose for using a restraint is to a. keep the client quiet b. make nurses job easier c. calm a verbally abusive client d. ensure safety of others - CORRECT ANSWER d. ensure safety of others Articles contaminated with blood or body fluids should be disposed of in the a. trash b. soiled utility room c. biohazard container d. soiled linen basket - CORRECT ANSWER c. biohazard container To avoid pulling the indwelling urethral catheter when turning a client, the catheter tubing SHOULD be secured to the client's a. upper thigh b. bed sheet c. bed frame d. hip - CORRECT ANSWER a. upper thigh When collecting a 24 hour urine sample for a client, the nurse aide should request that the client a. avoid red meat b. drink 2 L of water c. take a bath or shower before starting the urine collection d. discard the first voided urine - CORRECT ANSWER d. discard the first voided urine When ambulating the client, the nurse aide should a. ask the nurse for help b. be sure the client is wearing non-skid footwear c. ask a family member for assistance walk in front of the client and show the client the way - CORRECT ANSWER b. be sure the client is wearing non-skid footwear Which of the following is the best personal protective equipment item for the nurse aide to wear when handling infectious waste that could splash or spray? a. shoe covers b. mask c. goggles d. Face shield - CORRECT ANSWER d. face shield Which of the following would be an appropriate response for the nurse aide to make if a client expresses anger during care? a. "Why are you so mean today?" b. "You should not say such mean things to people." c. "You seem upset, would you like to talk about it?" d. "I'll come back when your bad mood is over." - CORRECT ANSWER c. "You seem upset, would you like to talk about it?" The nurse aide has raised the height of the client's bed to provide care, but the nurse aide forgot to bring the needed supplies. What should the nurse aide do NEXT? a. instruct client to lay still b. lower the bed and place the call light within reach c. Ask roommate to watch the client & get the supplies d. quickly get the supplies - CORRECT ANSWER b. lower the bed and place the call light within reach A client requests that the nurse aide call the client's spiritual advisor. The nurse aide should: a. call the spiritual advisor for the client b. ask why they want the advisor called c. tell the client that this is not part of the nurse aide's job d. tell the client that the aide will inform the nurse of the request - CORRECT ANSWER d. tell the client that the ide will inform the nurse of the request A client wakes up during the night and asks for something to eat. The nurse aide should: a. tell the client nothing is available at night b. tell the client eating is not allowed at night c. check clients diet before offering food d. explain that breakfast is in 3 hours - CORRECT ANSWER c. check clients diet before offering nourishment The nurse aide is preparing to bathe a client. What should the nurse aide do first? a. test water temperature b. help client undress c. close door and windows d. tell client what the nurse aide is going to do - CORRECT ANSWER d. tell client what the nurse aide is going to do When making a bed that is occupied by a client, the nurse aide should: a. leave the bed in the lowest position b. make the toe pleat c. leave the bottom sheet untucked d. place soiled linens on the floor - CORRECT ANSWER b. make the toe pleat Frequent turning and repositioning of the client helps prevent: a. cyanosis b. indigestion c. coronary disease d. pressure injuries - CORRECT ANSWER d. pressure injuries When applying elastic stockings to the client, it would be BEST for the nurse aide to position the client: a. lying down in bed b. dangling the legs from the edge of the bed c. standing at the side of the bed d. sitting in a wheelchair - CORRECT ANSWER a. lying down in bed The nurse aide is in the employee dining room. A group of nurse aides are eating lunch together and begin discussing how rude a certain client was acting. The aide should: a. join in the convo b. suggest that this is not the place to discuss a client c. stay quiet d. return to the unit and tell the client what was said - CORRECT ANSWER b. suggest that this is not the place to discuss a client The client's signaling device should be placed: a. on the bed b. within the client's reach c. on the client's right side d. over the rail - CORRECT ANSWER b. within the client's reach When helping a client who is recovering from a stroke to walk, the nurse aide should assist: a. on the client's strong side b. on the client's weak side c. from behind the client d. with a wheelchair - CORRECT ANSWER b. on the client's weak side A client who is confused begins to cry and scream out for the client's parent. What should the nurse aide do next? a. place the client in a geriatric chair b. restrain the client to his bed c. talk to the client in a calm voice about familiar things d. leave the client alone in his room until he calms down - CORRECT ANSWER c. talk to the client in a calm voice about familiar things Which of the following actions would be best for the nurse aide to take to show respect to the spiritual needs of a client? a. escorting the client to religious services b. discussing the nurse aide's religion with the client c. assisting the client to read the client's religious materials d. requesting that the facility's spiritual advisor visits the client - CORRECT ANSWER c. assisting the client to read the client's religious materials While the nurse aide is providing care to the client, the client calls the nurse aide by the name of the client's deceased child. The aide's best response would be to: a. quickly finish providing care and leave the client alone b. pretend to be the client's child c. ignore the client because they are confused d. ask the client about their favorite memories of their child - CORRECT ANSWER d. ask the client about their favorite memories of their child When providing care for a client receiving oxygen therapy, the nurse aide should: a. check ears for pressure points b. tape cracks in oxygen tubing c. let the nurse know that the aide cannot care for the client d. change the flow rate if the client is short of breath - CORRECT ANSWER a. check ears for pressure points A client falls and suffers a deep cut on the forehead. What should the nurse aide do next? a. take the client out to the hospital b. help the client back to the bed c. take the client into the bathroom to was out the cut d. stay with the client and call for help - CORRECT ANSWER d. stay with the client and call for help The client has been sad and depressed since being admitted into the facility yesterday. What would be the best thing for the nurse aide to do for the client? a. arrange for the client's spiritual advisor to visit b. turn on the TV in the client's room and leave the client alone c. introduce the client to other clients and staff members d. Force the client to take part in facility activities - CORRECT ANSWER c. introduce the client to other clients and staff members The nurse aide is asked by a confused client "what day is it?" The nurse aide should: a. explain that memory loss is natural and the date is not important b. point to the date on a calendar and say the date c. ignore the request d. provide the date and test the client later - CORRECT ANSWER b. point to the date on a calendar and say the date Which of the following is most important for the prevention of skin breakdown in the client? a. air drying the client's skin b. rubbing lotion on the client's skin c. ambulating the client once a day d. repositioning the client every 2 hours - CORRECT ANSWER d. repositioning the client every two hours When caring for a client who is dying, the nurse aide should: a. only allow 1 visitor in the room at a time b. keep the room dark at all times c. pay special attention to fluid intake and mouth care d. wear gloves when providing personal care - CORRECT ANSWER c. pay special attention to fluid intake and mouth care To best communicate with a client who has total hearing loss, the nurse aide should: a. smile frequently and speak loudly b. smile often and talk rapidly c. avoid eye contact d. write out the information - CORRECT ANSWER d. write out the information When a client who is weak and unable to move without assistance is positioned in a chair, the nurse aide should a. check the client every 5 minutes b. make sure the client's water pitcher is full c. protect the client with a seat belt d. place the signaling device within the client's reach - CORRECT ANSWER d. place the signaling device within the client's reach What would be the best way for the nurse aide to promote client independence when bathing a client who had a stroke? a. give the client a complete bath only when the client requests it b. encourage the client to do as much as possible and assist as needed c. Leave the client alone and assume the client will do as much as the client can d. Limit the client to washing the client's hands - CORRECT ANSWER b. encourage the client to do as much as possible and assist as needed Which of the following methods is the correct way to remove a dirty isolation gown? (A) Pull the gown over the head (B) Let the gown drop to the floor and step out of the gown (C) Roll the gown dirty side in and away from the body (D) Pull the gown off by the sleeve and shake the gown out - CORRECT ANSWER C. roll the gown dirty side in and away from the body The health care team member who assists the client with the performance of activities of daily living is the: (A) social worker. (B) occupational therapist. (C) speech therapist. (D) case manager. - CORRECT ANSWER b. occupational therapist What does "ambulate with assistance" mean? a. walk with the client twice a day b. client may use a wheelchair c. have the client use a cane for walking d. the client can walk with the nurse aide providing help - CORRECT ANSWER d. the client can walk with the nurse aide providing help When transferring a client, most of the client's weight should be supported by the nurse aide's: A. legs b. back c. shoulders d. wrists - CORRECT ANSWER a. legs When changing a soiled dressing, the nurse aide should wash their hands: a. before the procedure b. before & after the procedure c. after the procedure d. before, after, & during the procedure - CORRECT ANSWER d. before, after, & during the procedure The nurse aide must wear gloves when a. transferring a client b. dressing a client c. providing mouth care d. weighing a client - CORRECT ANSWER c. providing mouth care When assisting a client who has right-sided weakness to transfer from a wheelchair, the aide should support the client's: a. left side b. right side c. front side d. back side - CORRECT ANSWER b. right side The nurse aide can help prevent pressure injuries in the client by a. repositioning the client every 4 hours b. massaging reddened areas c. keeping linens clean, dry, and wrinkle-free d. using perfumed soap to clean the client's skin - CORRECT ANSWER c. keeping linens clean, dry, and wrinkle-free If an aide discovers a small fire in a client's room, the aide should first: a. remove the client from any danger b. extinguish the fire c. contain the fire d. sound the alarm - CORRECT ANSWER a. remove the client from any danger When the client has memory loss or confusion, the aide should a. reassure the client that forgetting information is expected with age b. speak loudly to the client c. ignore the client's statements that are not accurate d. give the client simple step-by-step instructions - CORRECT ANSWER d. give the client simple step-by-step instructions What does the abbreviation ADL mean? a. Ad Lib b. As Doctor Likes c. Activities of Daily Living d. After Daylight - CORRECT ANSWER c. Activities of Daily Living Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take to communicate with a client who has hearing loss? (A) Face the client when speaking (B) Repeat statements twice every time (C) Shout so that the client can hear you (D) Use a high-pitched voice - CORRECT ANSWER A. face the client when speaking What is the first area of a client's body that the aide should wash when providing a bed bath? a. legs b. face c. arms d. chest - CORRECT ANSWER b. face When a nurse provides the aide confidential information about a client, the aide should a. share it with other clients b. keep the information private c. tell other staff d. tell the client's family - CORRECT ANSWER b. keep the information private Before entering a client's room, the aide should first: a. turn lights on b. identify self c. knock on the door d. call the client by the client's name - CORRECT ANSWER c. knock on the door Mouth care for a client who is unconscious must be done every: a. 2 hours b. 4 hours c. 6 hours d. 8 hours - CORRECT ANSWER a. 2 hours The nurse aide should place the client's soiled bedsheets: a. on the bedside table b. on the floor of the soiled utility room c. in a biohazard bag d. in the soiled linen container - CORRECT ANSWER d. in the soiled linen container Before taking oral temperature of a client who has just finished a cold drink, the nurse should wait: a. 20 minutes b. 25-35 minutes c. 45-55 minutes d. at least 1 hour - CORRECT ANSWER a. 20 minutes To prevent dehydration of the client, the nurse aide should: a. offer fluids frequently while the client is awake b. wake the client hourly during the night to offer fluids c. give the client salty foods to increase thirst d, feed the client salty foods to increase thirst - CORRECT ANSWER a. offer fluids frequently while the client is awake When preparing to take a meal tray into the client's room, what is the most important action for the nurse aide to take? a. check that the client's name is displayed on the tray card b. make sure the client's favorite foods are present c. determine if enough fluids have been ordered d. keep all foods covered until eaten - CORRECT ANSWER a. check that the client's name is displayed on the tray card Which of the following equipment should the nurse aide have available when caring for a client's beard? a. basin, mirror, nail file, and towel b. towel, gloves, razor, shaving cream c. shaving cream, razor, gloves, comb d. razor, shaving cream, towels, and orange stick - CORRECT ANSWER b. towel, gloves, razor, shaving cream To find out what type of diet the client should be receiving, it would be best for the nurse aide to check: a. with the kitchen staff b. on the client's room bulletin board c. in the client's care plan d. with the client's family - CORRECT ANSWER c. in the client's care plan What should the nurse aide do when a client with Alzheimer's disease seems depressed and quiet? a. talk when the client is silent b. observe the client for non-verbal cues c. change subjects until the client begins to discuss something d. tell the client not to worry - CORRECT ANSWER b. observe the client for non-verbal cues Which of the following actions by the nurse aide can best demonstrate active listening skills? a. changing the subject frequently b. responding when appropriate c. correcting the client's mistakes d. directing the conversation - CORRECT ANSWER b. responding when appropriate The nurse aide should understand that a back massage: a. causes muscle spasms b. increases blood pressure c. promotes circulation d. increases the heart rate - CORRECT ANSWER c. promotes circulation When assisting with dressing a client who has left-sided weakness, what part of a sweater should be put on first? a. both sleeves b. left sleeve c. client's choice d. right sleeve - CORRECT ANSWER b. left sleeve A client with arthritis reports difficulty when cutting the food. What should the nurse aide do to encourage the client's independence in eating? a. cut the food and feed the client b. insist that the client eat the meal without help c. Assist the client in cutting the food and encourage the client to use the special eating utensils d. ask the dietary department to puree the client's food - CORRECT ANSWER c. assist the client in cutting the food and encourage the client to use the special eating utensils The nurse aide is assisting a coworker in obtaining a quad cane for a client. How many legs should the nurse aide understand that a quad cane has? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 - CORRECT ANSWER d. 4 Once a client has been pronounced dead, the responsibility of the nurse aide is to: a. make sure the body is clean b. call the family c. leave the room d. give spiritual care - CORRECT ANSWER a. make sure the body is clean A client drinks 240 mL of soup, 120 mL of coffee, and 90 mL of juice for lunch. The client's total liquid intake for lunch is: a. 360 mL b. 450 mL c. 480 mL d. 520 mL - CORRECT ANSWER b. 450 mL The client's call light should always be placed: a. on the bed b. within the client's reach c. on the client's right side d. over the side rail - CORRECT ANSWER b. within the client's reach Which of the following items is used in the prevention and treatment of bedsores or pressure sores? a. rubber sheet b. air mattress c. emesis basin d. restraint - CORRECT ANSWER b. air mattress When caring for a dying client, the nurse aide should: a. keep the client's room dark and quiet b. allow the client to express his feelings c. change the subject if client talks about death d. contact the client's minister, priest, or rabbi - CORRECT ANSWER b. allow the client to express his feelings After giving a client a back rub the nurse aide should always note: a. the last time the client had a back rub b. any change in the client's skin c. client's weight d. amount of lotion used - CORRECT ANSWER b. any change in the client's skin [Show Less]
CNA Practice Exam 2|75 Questions with Verified Answers A. on the resident's affected side - CORRECT ANSWER in which of the following locations would a N... [Show More] A stand when assisting a resident who has experienced a stroke to ambulate? A. on the resident's affected side B. behind the resident C. on the resident's unaffected side D. in front of the resident B. speak to the resident in a calm, comforting manner - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is appropriate care for a resident who is agitated and talking loudly? A. tell the resident he/she needs to be quiet because he/she is disturbing the other residents B. speak to the resident in a calm, comforting manner C. ask to have your assignment changed D. report the behavior to the nurse C. performing peri-care - CORRECT ANSWER gloves are to be worn when performing which of the following activities? A. changing the resident's clothes B. feeding the resident C. performing peri-care D. changing the resident's position in the chair D. applying a restraint too tight - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is an example of neglect? A. changing the resident as soon as you discover he/she is soiled B. leaving the floor after reporting to your supervisor C. calling for assistance when needed to care for the resident D. applying a restraint too tight C. hearing - CORRECT ANSWER when a resident is dying, which sense is lost last? A. taste B. smell C. hearing D. sight B. redness - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the first sign of a decubitus ulcer? A. bleeding B. redness C. bruising D. swelling B. leaning toward the resident and responding when appropriate - CORRECT ANSWER the NA demonstrates correct listening skills by which of the following activities? A. speaking at the same time as the resident B. leaning toward the resident and responding when appropriate C. talking to the resident while continuing to work D. asking the right questions to lead the direction of the conversation A. oral - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following locations is the body temperature of a resident taken most often? A. oral B. rectal C. axillary D. tympanic D. passive range of motion exercises - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is performed to increase muscle strength and joint mobility of a resident who is unable to voluntarily move his/her limbs? A. resistance exercises B. aerobic exercises C. active range of motion exercises D. passive range of motion exercises C. in front of the wheelchair - CORRECT ANSWER when a resident is being transferred to a wheelchair by the NA, which of the following is the position for the NA during the transfer? A. left side of the wheelchair B. right side of the wheelchair C. in front of the wheelchair D. behind the wheelchair B. checking the resident's identification - CORRECT ANSWER what is the first action of a NA before performing a procedure? A. informing the nurse that you are going to the resident's room to perform the procedure B. checking the resident's identification C. providing privacy D. documenting the procedure A. back muscles - CORRECT ANSWER which muscles are injured most often when a NA does not use proper body mechanics for a procedure? A. back muscles B. shoulder muscles C. neck muscles D. leg muscles C. leaving the resident unattended in the shower - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following choices is not a safety precaution used for showering a resident? A. checking the water temperature before assisting the resident into the shower B. locking the wheels on the shower chair C. leaving the resident unattended in the shower D. promptly drying and covering the resident after the shower D. immediately - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following phrases best defines the term STAT? A. as soon as possible B. within the next 2-3 hours C. by the end of the shift D immediately C. call for help immediately - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the most appropriate action of the NA when a resident complains of chest pain? A. provide the resident with water B. place the resident in prone position C. call for help immediately D. check the resident's blood sugar A. pressure sore - CORRECT ANSWER a bed that is free of wrinkles is necessary to prevent which of the following complications? A. pressure sore B. agitation C. hypertension D. infection D. dairy - CORRECT ANSWER in which of the following food groups is vitamin D found? A. bread and cereals B. fruits and vegetables C. protein D. dairy C. residents have a right to practice their own religious beliefs - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is a true statement regarding religious beliefs? A. employees are to impose their religious beliefs on the residents B. employees are never to discuss religious beliefs with residents C. residents have a right to practice their own religious beliefs D. family members are responsible to bring the religious leaders in to speak to the residents D. pen and paper - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following choices is needed to communicate with a completely deaf resident? A. an amplified phone system B. a loud voice C. reduced noise D. pen and paper B. malpractice - CORRECT ANSWER the nurse administering the wrong medication to a resident is an example of which of the following? A. negligence B. malpractice C. slander D. assault A. assault - CORRECT ANSWER a NA threatening to restrain a resident is an example of which of the following? A. assault B. battery C. slander D. negligence D. soft toothette - CORRECT ANSWER select the appropriate equipment to use when giving mouth care to an unconscious resident. A. toothbrush B. toothpaste C. mouthwash D. soft toothette A. redness - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is description of a stage one decubitus ulcer? A. redness B. open area with redness C. black area D. open area with visible bone B. flatus - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the medical term for intestinal gas? A. feces B. flatus C. flank D. friction C. care is planned to include a resident's cultural needs - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following statements by a NA suggests that he/she has an understanding of cultural awareness? A. all cultures are the same B. once a person enters this country, he/she should learn the culture C. care is planned to include a resident's cultural needs D. culture does not influence the care of residents C. refuse to accept the money - CORRECT ANSWER the NA 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 NA? A. ask another NA what they would do B. say thank you and take the money C. refuse to accept the money D. instruct the family member to give the money to the supervisor A. allowing the resident to do as much as possible for themselves and then assisting with the rest of the a.m. care - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the best action of the NA when assisting a resident with a.m. care to encourage independence? A. allowing the resident to do as much as possible for themselves and then assisting with the rest of the a.m. care B. waiting until the resident is well rested and then offering a.m. care C. providing the resident with the needed materials and then leaving him/her alone to complete the a.m. care without further assistance D. waiting until the resident complains of the need to be cleaned and then he/she will want to do more for himself/herself B. a member of the resident's church - CORRECT ANSWER it is appropriate for the NA to share resident information with all of the following persons, except? A. the physician caring for the resident B. a member of the resident's church C. the nurse caring for the resident D. the NA who will be caring for the resident A. right side (affected side) - CORRECT ANSWER when assisting a rsident who has right-sided weakness to get dressed in the morning, which arm is placed in the sleeve of the shirt first? A. right side (affected side) B. left side (non affected side) C. both sides at the same time D. which ever side is easiest for the NA A. shaving cream - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following products are applied to a resident's skin before shaving? A. shaving cream B. soap C. warm water D. lotion D. staying with the resident and encouraging him/her to talk - CORRECT ANSWER 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? A. assuring him/her that everyone eventually dies B. allowing him/her to grieve alone C. sharing with him/her that the family member is in a better place D. staying with the resident and encouraging him/her to talk A. write in pencil - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is not part of the procedure when documenting in the medical record? A. write in pencil B. write in pen C. do not erase D. use correct spelling B. it is not a task a NA should perform - CORRECT ANSWER as a NA, you can refuse to do a delegated task when which of the following occurs? A. it is not part of your assignment B. it is not a task a NA should perform C. when you have already completed the task once this shift D. when the nurse is sitting at the desk talking A. handwashing - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the last action taken by the NA when making a resident's bed? A. handwashing B. removing all wrinkles from the bed C. repositioning the bed to a low position D. fastening the call light near the resident A. nothing by mouth - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the correct definition for NPO? A. nothing by mouth B. only liquids by mouth C. resident may only have ice chips D. resident may have only thickened liquids C. the NA preparing to give the bath - CORRECT ANSWER who is responsible to ask visitors to leave the resident's room before giving the resident a bath? A. the charge nurse B. someone in housekeeping C. the NA preparing to give the bath D. the nurse assigned to the resident B. access to phones and privacy is provided to each resident - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is true regarding the resident's phone rights? A. telephones are provided to each resident B. access to phones and privacy is provided to each resident C. telephones can be used under supervision D. resident access is provided during daytime hours only A. denial - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the first stage of grief as presented by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross? A. denial B. acceptance C. anger D. bargaining D. all of the above - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following best defines restorative nursing? A. helping to regain strength B. promoting well-being C. increasing self-care ability D. all of the above C. nurse - CORRECT ANSWER who should the NA report to when the resident is threatening to leave the facility without physician permission? A. physician B. supervisor C. nurse D. dietician C. short cropped nails - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is least likely to cause a skin tear? A. ring or watch B. friction C. short cropped nails D. pulling on an extremity A. inform the nurse immediately - CORRECT ANSWER a fellow NA comes to work under the influence of marijuana. as a member of the health-care team, your best action is which of the following? A. inform the nurse immediately B. ignore it C. tell the NA to get help D. give the NA coffee to drink B. DNR - CORRECT ANSWER 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? A. NPO B. DNR C. CPR D. ADL B. taking the time to listen to the resident - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following behaviors is considered a demonstration of caring? A. the timely completion of an assignment B. taking the time to listen to the resident C. obtaining the vital signs for the unit before lunch D. not changing the resident when soiled A. offer dietary supplements as prescribed - CORRECT ANSWER if the NA recognizes that a resident is not eating enough, he/she should do which of the following? A. offer dietary supplements as prescribed B. administer vitamins to the resident C. provided an additional tray D. tell the nurse the resident needs tube feedings D. fractured hip - CORRECT ANSWER when a resident falls, what is the most frequent injury that occurs? A. broken wrist B. fractured ankle C. strained ligament D. fractured hip C. to decrease swelling - CORRECT ANSWER in which of the following conditions is a cold pack applied? A. to decrease a burn injury B. to stop bleeding C. to decrease swelling D. to stop back pain D. stable vital signs - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is not a sign of impending death? A. decreased respirations B. irregular, weak, and thready pulse C. skin cool and moist D. stable vital signs C. respiratory rate of 38 - CORRECT ANSWER select the observation that should be reported to the nurse STAT? A. cloudy yellow urine B. brown loose stools C. respiratory rate of 38 D. radial pulse of 80 A. head of bed 45-60 degrees with legs either bent or straight - CORRECT ANSWER the resident is to be placed in Fowler's position. which of the following the correct definition of this position? A. head of bed 45-60 degrees with legs either bent or straight B. head of bed flat C. bed flat with feet higher than the head D. head of bed 15 degrees with legs either bent or straight B. bend slightly at the waist, keep knees partially flexed, and lift with your leg muscles - CORRECT ANSWER when helping to lift a resident up in bed, which of the following positions demonstrates proper use of body mechanics? A. keep your back and knees straight, and lift using your thigh muscles B. bend slightly at the waist, keep knees partially flexed, and lift with your leg muscles C. bend slightly at the waist, keep knees partially flexed, and lift with your back muscles D. use whatever position and muscles you feel most comfortable C. if hands are visibly soiled, you may use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer - CORRECT ANSWER washing your hands appropriately is important to reduce the spread of infection. which of the following directions is false? A. rub hands vigorously with soap and water for at least 30 seconds B. use a clean paper towel to dry hands C. if hands are visibly soiled, you may use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer D. use paper towel to turn off faucet A. wash your hands before and after glove use - CORRECT ANSWER when wearing gloves, remember to do which of the following to ensure adequate protection? A. wash your hands before and after glove use B. wash your hands after taking off gloves only C. a small tear will still keep out germs D. always wear latex gloves because they are less costly B. remain calm and speak softly - CORRECT ANSWER when caring for a resident who is anxious, it is important for the NA to do which of the following? A. have restraints available in case of escalation to violence B. remain calm and speak softly C. keep the room bright D. turn on the television to distract the resident C. assessment of the resident needs such as bathroom, repositioning, and circulation must be conducted at lest every 2 hours - CORRECT ANSWER when a confused resident is placed in restraints by the nurse, the NA knows which of the following is true? A. the resident should not be touched because the resident might cause harm to others B. the resident is being punished C. assessment of the resident needs such as bathroom, repositioning, and circulation must be conducted at lest every 2 hours D. residents are not allowed to have any visitors B. get behind the resident and ease the patient to ground slowly - CORRECT ANSWER the NA is walking a resident around the unit, and the resident starts to fall. the first action of the NA should be which of the following? A. leave the resident and quickly grab the nearest chair B. get behind the resident and ease the patient to ground slowly C. get to the nearest phone and call for assistance D. grab the resident by the arms and lift him/her up D. Sundowner's Syndrome - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following terms is used to define when a resident becomes more confused each day during the evening/night hours? A. alzheimer's disease B. dementia C. psychosis D. Sundowner's syndrome C. good morning, mrs. smith. i am mrs. jones the NA on duty today. how may i help you? - CORRECT ANSWER the NA is ready to enter Mrs. Jane Smith's room to care for her. which of the following is the best way to approach mrs. smith? A. hi, i am assigned to care for you today B. hi jane, i am sue your NA C. good morning, mrs. smith. i am mrs. jones the NA on duty today. how may i help you? D. time to wake and get moving, mrs. smith. i have a lot to accomplish today C. tell the resident that it is a safety hazard and ask him/her to go outside - CORRECT ANSWER a NA smells smoke in the nursing facility. a resident is found smoking a cigarette. which of the following actions is correct? A. tell the resident to be more careful so no one catches him/her B. tell the resident that it is against the law and to go outside C. tell the resident that it is a safety hazard and ask him/her to go outside D. do nothing as long as the resident isn't bothering anyone D. 90 mL - CORRECT ANSWER the resident consumed 3 ounces of juice. how many milliliters should the NA document on the flow sheet? A. 120 mL B. 60 mL C. 45 mL D. 90 mL D. respect the resident's wishes - CORRECT ANSWER when a resident refuses a bath, the NA should perform which of the following actions? A. inform the resident that everyone must take a bath when it is scheduled B. communicate the resident's refusal to the charge nurse C. go ahead and bathe the resident D. respect the resident's wishes C. the comment is not acceptable to me - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is an appropriate response to a resident who is making sexual comments? A. thank you, no one has flirted with me in a long time B. I am going to ignore that comment C. the comment is not acceptable to me D. I bet you tell all the girls that A. hand roll - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following devices is used to prevent contractures? A. hand roll B. cane C. back support D. ace bandage B. hypertension - CORRECT ANSWER what is the medical term for high blood pressure? A. tachycardia B. hypertension C. bradypnea D. hypotension B. provide privacy - CORRECT ANSWER when residents have visitors, it is important for the NA to do which of the following? A. provide snacks for the resident and family members B. provide privacy C. remain close enough to hear the resident's conversation D. leave the intercom on in case the resident needs assistance C. wash away from the meatus - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the correct method of washing the perineum of a resident who has an indwelling catheter? A. wash from the rectum to the meatus B. wash the meatus with peroxide C. wash away from the meatus D. provide traction to the catheter while washing the meatus A. the NA places a towel in the sink while cleaning the dentures - CORRECT ANSWER the NA is cleaning a resident's dentures. which of the following is a correct safety precaution? A. the NA places a towel in the sink while cleaning the dentures B. the NA keeps the dentures in a glass on the sink to soak C. the NA places the dentures on the bedside table for easy access D. the NA places a paper towel in the sink while cleaning the dentures B. notify the charge nurse - CORRECT ANSWER the resident calls the NA into his room to tell her that his dentures are lost. which of the following is the best action? A. tell the resident that he will be able to eat without them because he is on a pureed diet B. notify the charge nurse C. go through all the resident's belongings in case he hid them D. notify the resident's family C. applying friction for 15-20 seconds - CORRECT ANSWER washing your hands as a NA is very important. which of the following is a part of the handwashing procedure? A. drying both hands thoroughly with a discarded towel B. applying soap to both hands before turning on water C. applying friction for 15-20 seconds D. wiping soiled hands on a towel as the first step in the procedure C. the resident's right to privacy - CORRECT ANSWER the NA overhears a conversation about a resident on the elevator at work. the NA knows this is a violation of which of the following? A. the resident's right to be present when his care is discussed B. the resident's right to refute any statements made C. the resident's right to privacy D. the resident's right to medical care A. use a rocking and pulling motion when using the belt to get up from a sitting position - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is true regarding the use of a gait belt? A. use a rocking and pulling motion when using the belt to get up from a sitting position B. transfer to resident's strong side C. more than one caregiver might be needed D. proper body mechanics are not needed with use of a gait belt A. look at your watch and the resident's abdomen at the same time - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the correct method for counting respirations? A. look at your watch and the resident's abdomen at the same time B. look at your watch, count 10 respirations, and then examine your watch again C. look only at the abdomen and count to 30 D. look at your watch and have a second NA count D. right to free or reduced medical care - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is not included in the resident's right to information? A. latest hospital inspection results B. notification in advance to change of room or roommate C. right to file a complaint with the state survey agency D. right to free or reduced medical care B. no movement of all four extremities - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following best defines quadriplegia? A. flaccid lower extremities B. no movement of all four extremities C. inability to move the left side D. no feeling of both feet A. inform the person that all information regarding all residents is confidential and you cannot disclose the information to him/her - CORRECT ANSWER 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, your best response should be which of the following? A. inform the person that all information regarding all residents is confidential and you cannot disclose the information to him/her B. tell the person that the resident's condition is unchanged and that he/she should visit the resident soon C. ignore the request for the information and talk about upcoming church activities D. tell the person to ask the resident's nurses for information [Show Less]
CNA Practice Test 2022 Headmaster 91 Questions with Verified Answers b) Bargaining - CORRECT ANSWER A client with a terminal illness tells that he has... [Show More] begun praying every night. The client states, "If I pray every night, God will forgive me." This represents which stage of grief? a) Acceptance b) Bargaining c) Denial d) Anger a) Mechanical Lift - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following pieces of assistive equipment would be most helpful in moving an immobile client from their bed to a chair? a) Mechanical Lift b) Draw Sheet c) Gait Belt d) Wrist restraints a) To the lateral aspect of the patient's thigh. - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant prepares to give a partial bed bath. Before turning the patient to rub their back, the nursing assistant notices that he has a Foley catheter in place. Where should the nursing assistant secure the catheter to ensure it is not pulled during the bath? a) To the lateral aspect of the patient's thigh. b) To the bed sheet. c) To the medial aspect of the patient's thigh. d) To the bed. b) "I understand you're in pain. I'll stay with you." - CORRECT ANSWER A patient has just received news about the death of his spouse. He states to the nursing assistant, "I can't believe this has happened to me. I don't know what to do. How can I live without my wife?" The nursing assistant best responds by stating: a) "You will need more time to cope with this loss." b) "I understand you're in pain. I'll stay with you." c) "This kind of thing will happen to everyone eventually." d) "Do you and your wife have any children together?" a) Allow the patient to perform as much of the bath as possible. - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant helps a patient who recently had a right-sided stroke to bathe. Which of the following describes the BEST method to support the patient's independence? a) Allow the patient to perform as much of the bath as possible. b) Ask the patient what he wants to do. c) Complete the entire bath for him to conserve his energy. d) Encourage the patient to do the best he can to clean himself. b) Partial thickness burn. - CORRECT ANSWER A resident comes out of their room saying they have burn their leg after they dropped hot soup on it. The skin looks blistered and red. The nurse assistant knows this is a: a) Superficial burn. b) Partial thickness burn. c) Total thickness burn. d) Serious burn. b) Enema. - CORRECT ANSWER A client who has not had a bowel movement in four days would receive the most benefit from which of the following procedures? a) Endoscopy. b) Colonoscopy. c) Catheterization. d) Enema. Enema - CORRECT ANSWER An ______ will help the patient in expelling fecal matter before it can become impacted. d) Check the chart for physician orders regarding nail trimming. - CORRECT ANSWER The client asks the nursing assistant her to cut her toenails. The nursing assistant knows this client has type two diabetes. Which of the following actions is best? a) Retrieve a safety clipper and hand it to the client. b) Report to the nurse that the client needs her toenails trimmed. c) Check the client's blood glucose before cutting her toenails. d) Check the chart for physician orders regarding nail trimming. c) Encourage the client to take several walks around the facility daily. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following options is the best method to prevent insomnia? a) Ensure the client eats one apple per day. b) Encourage the client to take several naps daily. c) Encourage the client to take several walks around the facility daily. d) Encourage the client to remain in bed throughout the day. a) The nursing assistants waits at least fifteen minutes before retaking the temperature. - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant takes the temperature of an elderly client and finds it to be 100.6 degrees F. The client reports having just taken a sip of hot tea. Which of the following actions is appropriate? a) The nursing assistants waits at least fifteen minutes before retaking the temperature. b) The nursing assistant records the temperature in the chart. c) The nursing assistant scolds the client for not letting her know beforehand. d) The nursing assistant takes an axillary temperature instead. c) Positioning boots. - CORRECT ANSWER A client under the nursing assistant's care suffers from chronic "foot drop." The nursing assistant can expect to find which of the following devices in the client's room? a) A wedge. b) A mechanical lift. c) Positioning boots. d) Two extra pillows. Airway, Breathing, Chest Compressions. - CORRECT ANSWER "A,B, C" basic life support Positioning Boots - CORRECT ANSWER ________ _______ ensure that the feet are dorsiflexed to prevent contractures and discomfort. b) Report the finding to the nurse. - CORRECT ANSWER A nursing assistant takes the blood pressure of a client and finds it to be 82/43. The client reports feeling dizzy. The nursing assistant should: a) Take the client's pulse next. b) Report the finding to the nurse. c) Record the vital sign in the chart. d) Instruct the client to drink more fluids. Normal Blood Pressure for an adult - CORRECT ANSWER 120/80 *Systolic pressure less than 120. *Diastolic pressure less than 80. a) Moving the extremity away from the body. - CORRECT ANSWER The range of motion term "abduction" means: a) Moving the extremity away from the body. b) Moving the extremity toward the body. c) Moving the extremity above the body. d) Moving the extremity below the body. Normal Pulse Ranges for 12 years and older - CORRECT ANSWER 60 to 100 per minute. c) Assist the client to the facility's chapel every Sunday. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following most addresses a client's needs in regard to spirituality? a) Ask the client why he/she is of a particular faith. b) Provide the client with warm water, soap, and towels every morning. c) Assist the client to the facility's chapel every Sunday. d) Treat the religious objects in the client's room as if they were any other. c) Bending at the knees. - CORRECT ANSWER Proper body mechanics when lifting clients involve which of the following? a) Keep the spine curved. b) Bending at the waist. c) Bending at the knees. d) Avoid seeking assistance. c) Jaundice. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following would be a primary indication of hepatitis? a) Hypertension. b) Hyperglycemia. c) Jaundice. d) Hypotension. d) Reorienting the client frequently with clocks, calendars, and family mementos. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following aspects of care is important for a confused client? a) Checking the client's blood sugar every hour. b) Asking the client their name. c) Keeping the client contained in their room. d) Reorienting the client frequently with clocks, calendars, and family mementos. c) Terminally ill client. - CORRECT ANSWER What type of client may opt to receive hospice care? a) Client with kidney disease. b) Client with cancer. c) Terminally ill client. d) Client with diabetes. d) In hospice care, life-saving measures are taken to prolong life. - CORRECT ANSWER What is the main difference between palliative care and hospice care? a) In hospice care, the focus of support is the family. b) In palliative care, treatment of the disease may continue. c) In palliative care, the person always remains at home. d) In hospice care, life-saving measures are taken to prolong life. Palliative Care - CORRECT ANSWER ________ ________ is care that involves relieving or reducing the intensity of uncomfortable symptoms without producing a cure. d) Is close to death. - CORRECT ANSWER Cheyne-Stokes respirations (increased respirations, labored breathing, periods of apnea) occur in a client who: a) Has a history of chronic respiratory issues. b) Is unconscious. c) Is recovering from an asthma attack. d) Is close to death. a) Tell the client to breathe as slowly and deeply as possible. - CORRECT ANSWER A client in the day room is having a panic attack. The nursing assistant should: a) Tell the client to breathe as slowly and deeply as possible. b) Have the client talk about the panic attack. c) Encourage the client to verbalize their feelings. d) Ask the client about the cause of the panic attack. c) Provide re-assurance and explanations about care. - CORRECT ANSWER Hearing is one of the last functions lost, so it is important to: a) Ask the person questions while giving care. b) Talk in a loud voice so the person can hear you. c) Provide re-assurance and explanations about care. d) Ask the family to be quiet so they do not disturb. d) Semi-Fowler's position - CORRECT ANSWER Because of breathing difficulties, the dying person is generally more comfortable in the? a) Supine position b) Trendelenburg's position c) Prone position d) Semi-Fowler's position c) Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following is a key part of care when administering a bath to a resident? a) Clean the perineal area of a patient before assisting them to clean their face. b) Use cool water when bathing the patient to promote better circulation. c) Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence. d) Perform all care for the resident in order to conserve their energy. c) Nothing by mouth. - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant knows that the term "NPO" means: a) Bedrest only. b) No oral temperatures are to be taken. c) Nothing by mouth. d) Liquid diet. a) Does not touch their lunch tray. - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant should tell the nurse if the client with diabetes: a) Does not touch their lunch tray. b) Reports numbness in their feet sometimes. c) Combs their hair without being prompted. d) Decides not to finalize a will. a) 2 hours - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant knows that residents on bedrest must be turned every: a) 2 hours b) 1 hour c) 6 hours d) 8 hours b) Radial. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following pulses will be most commonly used by a nursing assistant when acquiring vital signs? a) Popliteal. b) Radial. c) Brachial. d) Femoral. a) Ask the resident if they are chocking. - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant is helping residents to eat in the dining room when, suddenly, a resident stands from their seat and begins clutching their throat while coughing silently. The nursing assistant performs which of the following actions first? a) Ask the resident if they are chocking. b) Call 9-1-1. c) Begin CPR immediately. d) Begin the Heimlich maneuver. Clutching at the throat. - CORRECT ANSWER ________ _____ ____ _______ is the universal sign of chocking. d) "I'm afraid I can't share that information with you." - CORRECT ANSWER A client at the facility receives a new roommate. While the roomate is in the bathroom, the clients lean toward the nurse and whispers, "why is she here anyway? Is she sick?" The best response by the nursing assistant is: a) "I'm not sure. Let me take a look at the chart." b) "Why don't you ask her yourself?" c) "She's her for the same thing as you!" d) "I'm afraid I can't share that information with you." c) Taking the client to the bathroom. - CORRECT ANSWER A client with Alzheimer's wakes up more confused than usual one morning. The nursing assistant knows that, after breakfast, it is important to support normal gastrointestinal tract function by: a) Recording intake and output. b) Brushing the client's teeth. c) Taking the client to the bathroom. d) Assisting the client to call family members. c) Small, watery leakage of stool. - CORRECT ANSWER Fecal impaction may present with which of the following symptoms? a) Dark urine. b) Excessive flatulence. c) Small, watery leakage of stool. d) Abdominal pain. Dyspnea - CORRECT ANSWER __________ means difficulty breathing. c) First thing in the morning. - CORRECT ANSWER One of the patients on the unit is on airborne precautions due to suspected tuberculosis. To rule out the disease, the doctor had ordered sputum specimens to be collected. What is re best daily time for the nursing assistant to collect the specimens? a) Before a meal. b) After a meal. c) First thing in the morning. d) Last thing before the patient goes to sleep. b) Speak calmly in an authoritative and neutral manner to the client. - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant cares for a client who is extremely agitated. She yells, screams, and frequently tries to bite staff. The nursing assistant should: a) Use restraints to ensure the client's safety. b) Speak calmly in an authoritative and neutral manner to the client. c) Use the television to distract the client. d) Provide care only when absolutely necessary. b) A resident sits on the side of the bed and leans forward over a bedside table. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following resident is demonstrating orthopneic position? a) A resident sits in a chair with their back straight. b) A resident sits on the side of the bed and leans forward over a bedside table. c) A resident walks using a cane. d) A resident lays on their stomach with their face to the side. High Potassium Foods - CORRECT ANSWER _______ ________ _______ include: bananas, orange juice, cantaloupe, strawberries, avocados, spinach, fish and salt substitutes. b) Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). - CORRECT ANSWER "Log-rolling" is a technique best used for which of the following patient diagnoses? a) Left Tibial Fracture. b) Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). c) Cellulitis of the right arm. d) Psychosis. b) Incontinence. - CORRECT ANSWER When a client constantly ignores the urge to void, the client is putting themselves in danger of what complication? a) Constipation b) Incontinence c) Insomnia d) Poor appetite a) Anticipatory - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following types of grief is considered a normal and healthy part of grieving? a) Anticipatory b) Complicated c) Unresolved d) Inhibited d) A physician's order. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following items is necessary in order to place a patient in restraints? a) The hospital administrator's approval. b) The charge nurse's approval. c) Physical restraints d) A physician's order b) Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor. - CORRECT ANSWER The nursing assistant suspects that a resident in the facility is being abused due to multiple unexplained bruises, refusal to answer most questions, and refusal of ADLs. Which of the following actions should the nursing assistant take next? a) Notify the nurse assigned to care for the patient about the bruises. b) Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor. c) Ask the resident repeatedly to identify an abuser. d) Wait for more proof in order to identify the abuser. a) A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics. - CORRECT ANSWER MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) is an example of which of the following? a) A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics. b) A bacterial strain that is easy to treat with antibiotics. c) A mnemonic to remember how to act if there is a fire in the facility. d) A set of activity guidelines designed to keep residents safe. d) Nursing Home - CORRECT ANSWER Nursin assistants work in a lot of different places. One place that CNAs work is a skilled nursing facility. This type of facility is also called a: a) Hospital b) Rehab Center c) Hospice d) Nursing Home c) Maslow - CORRECT ANSWER Who developed the Hierarchy of Needs? a) Erikson b) Piaget c) Maslow d) Nightingale d) 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm and 10 pm - CORRECT ANSWER You are the CNA caring for Mrs. Thomas. You see a notation on the nursing care plan that states, "ambulate at least 10 yards qid." This patient will be assisted with ambulation at which of the following times? a) 10 am b) 10 am and 2 pm c) 10 am, 2 pm, and 6 pm d) 10 am, 2 pm, 6 pm and 10 pm QID - CORRECT ANSWER Four times per day means ______. QD - CORRECT ANSWER Once a day means _____. BID - CORRECT ANSWER Twice a day means _____. TID - CORRECT ANSWER Three times a day means _____. d) Hearing, Smell, Taste, Sight and Touch. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following lists the five senses? a) Sight, Hearing, Taste, Smell and Common Sense. b) Hearing, Taste, Smell, Common Sense and Auditory. c) Sight, Taste, Smell, Auditory and Visual. d) Hearing, Smell, Taste, Sight and Touch. d) On the patient's strong side. - CORRECT ANSWER Where should the wheelchair be placed when transferring a stroke patient from their bed to the chair? a) On the patient's weak side. b) At the foot of the bed. c) At the head of the bed. d) On the patient's strong side. High Fowler's Position - CORRECT ANSWER _____ ______ ______ is at a 90 degree angle and the patient is positioned sitting up. c) Sudden onset confusion. - CORRECT ANSWER Of the following symptoms, which one is most likely due to an infection in a resident? a) Pale skin. b) Tented skin. c) Sudden onset confusion. d) Aphasia. b) Flatus - CORRECT ANSWER Which medical term is often used for "burping, belching and passing gas"? a) Flank b) Flatus c) Fascia d) Familial d) Washing your hands. - CORRECT ANSWER Making a bed, whether occupied or unoccupied, should end with: a) Adjusting the height of the bed. b) Mitering the corners. c) Moving the call light. d) Washing your hands. a) Length of hair. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these is least likely to contribute to skin tears? a) Length of hair. b) Equipment. c) Resident falls. d) Length of nails. b) Cold compression. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these treatments would be best to decrease swelling: a) Heat compression. b) Cold compression. c) Dry bandage pressure. d) Moist bandages. d) Increase In Appetite. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these is least likely to signal impending death? a) Unstable Blood Pressure. b) Cooled Extremities. c) Labored Breathing. d) Increase In Appetite. Fowler's Position - CORRECT ANSWER The patient's head is elevated with legs either bent or straight. Rose's Position - CORRECT ANSWER The head is over the end of a table. Sim's Position - CORRECT ANSWER The resident is lying on the side. c) Bending at the waist, knees partially flexed, using leg muscles to lift. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these examples demonstrates using proper body mechanics when helping to lift a resident to bed? a) Bending at the waist, knees locked, using arm muscles to lift. b) Bending at the waist, knees unlocked, using arm muscles to lift. c) Bending at the waist, knees partially flexed, leg muscles to lift. d) Bending at the waist, knees unlocked, using back muscles to lift. a) Always wear latex gloves because they are the most impermeable option. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these is incorrect in reference to wearing gloves? a) Always wear latex gloves because they are the most impermeable option. b) Wash your hands before putting on, and after removing gloves. c) Upon removal, avoid letting the outer layer of the gloves contact your skin. d) Peel the glove away from you so it comes off inside out. c) Help the resident off the floor and in to the nearest chair. - CORRECT ANSWER If you are walking with a resident and they fall, which of these is not an action you should take? a) Supply information for the nurse so proper documentation can be made. b) Inform the nurse. c) Help the resident off the floor and in to the nearest chair. d) Keep the resident from moving until you assess if they have injuries. d) Milk - CORRECT ANSWER The best source of Vitamin D is found in which of these foods? a) Apples b) Bread c) Steak d) Milk b) Policy and Procedure Manual. - CORRECT ANSWER You have been assigned to administer a S.S.E. to Mr. Taylor. It has been several months since you have performed this procedure. To refresh your memory you should refer to the: a) Patient Care Plan. b) Policy and Procedure Manual. c) Disaster Plan. d) M.S.D.S. Manual. d) Restraining. - CORRECT ANSWER An assisting device does not help with _______. a) Moving around. b) Eating. c) Dressing. d) Restraining. b) Assist with retraining. - CORRECT ANSWER When a resident has a rehabilitation plan of care, your role may be to _______. a) Do more tasks for the resident than usual. b) Assist with retraining. c) Administer pain medications. d) Give the resident shorter times to complete tasks to speed up recovery. Hypovolemic Shock. - CORRECT ANSWER A _______________ _____________ is severe dehydration that can cause a drop in the blood volume, causing very low blood pressure, medical emergency. * Signs and Symptoms: - Pale, Lethargic and Dull Eyes. - Throws up for several days. - Unable to eat or drink. b) Medical jargon. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these practices is not a part of good verbal communication with a resident? a) Asking open-ended questions. b) Using medical jargon. c) Speaking clearly. d) Clarifying the message that you receive. d) To signal to family member or visitors that it is not intended for removal. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these is not a primary reason for an indwelling catheter to be taped down? a) To secure and stabilize it to prevent accidental removal. b) To provide psychological security to the resident. c) To reduce inflammation of urinary tissues. d) To signal to family members or visitors that it is not intended for removal. c) Offer support by listening and telling the resident you will share his or her concerns with the health care team members. - CORRECT ANSWER When a resident is upset and frustrated, a nursing assistant should: a) Try to make the resident understand that it is normal to have things that make a person upset. b) Try not to reason with the resident about why his or her frustration is an overreaction. c) Offer support by listening and telling the resident you will share his or her concerns with the health care team members. d) Ask the resident to remember all of the details that led up to the frustration. a) The resident should have the opportunity to provide his or her own information. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these is most important when a resident is being initially admitted to a care facility? a) The resident should have the opportunity to provide his or her own information. b) The family should give all of the admitting information to avoid inaccuracies or misrepresented information given by the resident. c) If the resident has strong religious beliefs it is required that a member of his or her spiritual community be present to ensure these needs will be met. d) The family members should keep the resident from being involved in the admitting process to lessen the stress of an already difficult adjustment. a) Sensory Impairment - CORRECT ANSWER What is the most likely diagnosis for a resident who cannot smell smoke, increases their use of sugar or salt on foods, asks for a magnifying glass to read, and asks for the volume to be turned up while watching television? a) Sensory Impairment b) Sensory Stimulation c) Sensory Deprivation d) Sensory Overload c) The resident withdraws from social activities he or she once enjoyed. - CORRECT ANSWER All of these are indicators of visual impairment except: a) The resident squints or tilts his or her head to one side to focus on an object. b) The resident spills or knocks over food. c) The resident withdraws from social activities he or she once enjoyed. d) The resident has difficulty navigating on stairs. c) Make eye contact, sit with the resident, and listen. - CORRECT ANSWER A resident with memory difficulties often needs a nursing assistant who will: a) Remind the resident of the forgotten information. b) Make jokes and laugh to lighten the resident's mood. c) Make eye contact, sit with the resident, and listen. d) Leave the resident alone to minimize his or her agitation. a) At the end of your shift. - CORRECT ANSWER A resident's input and output must be documented in a person's record: a) At the end of your shift. b) By the nurse; the nursing assistant does not record this. c) Every two hours. d) In the early morning, noon, and late evening. d) A radial pulse of 135. - CORRECT ANSWER Which of these should be reported to the charge nurse "STAT" (Immediately)? a) Urine that is cloudy. b) A respiratory rate of 18. c) Loose stools. d) A radial pulse of 135. c) NPO - CORRECT ANSWER A patient is having surgery the following day. Which of these notations in the orders indicates the patient should have nothing by mouth? a) MN b) NOC c) NPO d) NKA R.A.C.E - CORRECT ANSWER R= Rescue / Remove all people who can not take care of themselves. A= Alarm, if it has not already been done. *Pulling the alarm can be done at the same time as rescue. C= Confine / Contain the fire or smoke by closing doors to prevent or slow the spread. *Smoke is especially dangerous for everyone. E= Extinguish the fire if possible, using a handheld fire extinguisher. *Attempt to extinguish only small fires, as long as you can remain safe and have escape route. How is the patient positioned at the head of the bed? - CORRECT ANSWER Patient lies between supine and prone with legs flexed in front of the patient. Afebrile - CORRECT ANSWER Without a fiver. *Normal Temperature Why does OBRA require 12 hours of educational programs and performance reviews each year for every nursing assistant? - CORRECT ANSWER These requirements help ensure that you have the current knowledge and skills to give safe , effective care. [Show Less]
CNA PRACTICE MULTIPLE CHOICE TEST 60 Questions with Verified Answers 1. While the nurse aide is assisting a client to the commode, a visitor enters the... [Show More] room. How SHOULD the nurse aide respond? (A) "Can't you knock?" (B) "Hi. This will only take a moment, so please take a seat." (C) "Would you help me lift the client?" (D) "Would you please wait in the lobby?" - CORRECT ANSWER D 2. The nurse aide should perform oral care on a client who is unconscious at LEAST every: (A) 2 hours. (B) 3 hours. (C) 4 hours. (D) 5 hours. - CORRECT ANSWER A 3. The nurse aide SHOULD report a client's concerns directly to the: (A) nurse supervisor. (B) primary health care provider. (C) client's family. (D) administrator - CORRECT ANSWER A 4. Before assisting a client into a bath or shower, the nurse aide should FIRST: (A) check the temperature of the water. (B) shampoo the client's hair. (C) soak the client's feet. (D) apply lotion or oil to the client's skin. - CORRECT ANSWER A 5. A client looks forward to playing cards each morning. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) tell the client that the nurse aide is too busy today to take the client to play cards. (B) plan the client's schedule so that the client is bathed and dressed in time for playing cards. (C) tell the client that the nurse aide forgot that the client wanted to play cards. (D) ask the client to bathe and dress self before taking the client to play cards. - CORRECT ANSWER B 6. A client with Alzheimer's disease wanders from room to room while moving the belongings of other clients to different locations. Alert and oriented clients are angry that their things have been moved. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) return the client to the client's room and close the door. (B) find the missing articles and return them. (C) walk with the client at all times to keep the client from wandering. (D) tell the other clients to be understanding of the client's condition. - CORRECT ANSWER B 7. A client is paralyzed on the left side. The nurse aide SHOULD place the signaling device: (A) on the client's right hand. (B) on the left side of the client's bed. (C) on the chair at the left of the client's bed. (D) on the table at the foot of the bed. - CORRECT ANSWER A 8. Physical restraints are used MOST often: (A) to prevent client injury. (B) when the nurse aide staff is unavailable. (C) at the family's request. (D) to prevent clients from wandering. - CORRECT ANSWER A 9. What is the FIRST thing a nurse aide should do when finding an unresponsive client? (A) Place a cold washcloth on the client's forehead (B) Call for help (C) Close the door to provide privacy to the client (D) Call the client's family - CORRECT ANSWER B 10. What type of fire can be put out with water? (A) Electrical (B) Grease (C) Paper (D) Chemical - CORRECT ANSWER C 11. When caring for a client from another country, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) be sensitive to the client's cultural needs. (B) orient the client to the cultural practices of the facility. (C) promote participation by the client in group activity. (D) explain to the client that cultural preferences are not important when providing care. - CORRECT ANSWER A 12. If a client has hand tremors, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) restrain the hand that has the tremor. (B) assist the client with activities of daily living (ADL) as needed. (C) tell the client to stop shaking and control the tremors. (D) do everything for the client. - CORRECT ANSWER B 13. When taking a client's radial pulse, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) count 2 pulsations as 1 pulse beat. (B) place the nurse aide's fingertips on the client's wrist. (C) place the nurse aide's fingertips on the side of the client's neck. (D) count for 5 full minutes. - CORRECT ANSWER B 14. The female perineum SHOULD be cleansed: (A) from front to back. (B) without soap. (C) with oxygen peroxide. (D) from back to front. - CORRECT ANSWER A 15. To lift an object by using good body mechanics, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) keep both feet close together. (B) lift with abdominal muscles. (C) bend the knees and keep the back straight. (D) hold the object away from the body. - CORRECT ANSWER C 16. The nurse aide is caring for a client who has dentures. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take when caring for the client's dentures? (A) Store the dentures in the client's bathroom on the sink (B) Clean the dentures with regular toothpaste (C) Use hot water to disinfect the dentures (D) Line the bathroom sink with a towel before cleaning the dentures - CORRECT ANSWER D 17. Right before dinner, a client is incontinent of urine. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) minimize the interruption of the client's dinner by cleaning up the client after dinner. (B) clean the client and take the client to dinner as soon as possible. (C) tell the client not to eat until the client has cleaned and changed self. (D) insist that the client eat dinner in the client's room. - CORRECT ANSWER B 18. When operating a manual bed, the nurse aide SHOULD remember to: (A) elevate the client's head at all times. (B) lock the wheels only when the cranks are folded. (C) fold the cranks under the bed. (D) raise all the side rails. - CORRECT ANSWER C 19. The nurse aide is providing care for a client after elimination. It would be MOST important for the nurse aide to: (A) keep the client comfortable. (B) prevent soiling the bed linen. (C) ensure that all feces are removed from the client's skin. (D) use soap and water when cleaning the client to keep the linen costs down. - CORRECT ANSWER C 20. The nursing care plan states, "Transfer with mechanical lift." However, a client is very agitated. To transfer the client, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) lift the client by placing the nurse aide's hands under the client's underarms. (B) place the client in the lift. (C) get assistance to move the client. (D) keep the wheels unlocked so that the lift can move with the client. - CORRECT ANSWER C 21. For safety, when leaving a client alone in a room, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) raise all the side rails. (B) place a signaling device within the client's reach. (C) apply a restraint to the client. (D) leave the bed elevated in the highest position. - CORRECT ANSWER B 22. The nurse aide sees a client spill water on the floor in the hall. Another client is walking down the hall. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) call the nurse. (B) clean up the spill. (C) ask another nurse aide to clean the spill. (D) leave the spill. - CORRECT ANSWER B 23. The nurse aide is walking with a client who uses a wheelchair when the facility fire alarm system is activated. The client becomes excited by the noise. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) carry the client out of the facility. (B) leave the client to search for help. (C) comfort the client while moving to a safe place. (D) lock the client's wheelchair and check the surrounding area for smoke. - CORRECT ANSWER C 24. The nurse aide is going to help a client walk from the bed to a chair. What SHOULD the nurse aide put on the client's feet? (A) Socks or stockings only (B) Cloth-soled slippers (C) Rubber-soled slippers or shoes (D) Nothing - CORRECT ANSWER C 25. The nurse aide SHOULD refuse to perform a task if the: (A) nurse aide has not been trained to do it. (B) client is difficult to deal with. (C) nurse aide is too busy. (D) nurse aide is at the end of the shift. - CORRECT ANSWER A 26. When assisting a client in resolving grievances, the nurse aide SHOULD report the grievance to the: (A) primary health care provider. (B) family. (C) administrator. (D) nurse in charge - CORRECT ANSWER D 27. The nurse aide SHOULD place soiled linen: (A) in the linen closet. (B) on the chair. (C) in the dirty linen container. (D) on the overbed table. - CORRECT ANSWER C 28. The nurse aide is reviewing fire prevention measures. Which of the following, if performed by the nurse aide, would require follow-up? (A) Taking all cigarettes and matches away from clients and visitors (B) Being aware of the locations of fire extinguishers (C) Reporting all damaged wiring and/or sockets in clients' rooms (D) Participating in fire drills - CORRECT ANSWER A 29. When giving care for a client, the nurse aide SHOULD avoid unnecessary exposure of the client in order to protect the client's right to: (A) privacy. (B) confidentiality. (C) personal choice. (D) personal hygiene. - CORRECT ANSWER A 30. When taking an oral temperature, it is important to: (A) place the thermometer in hot water to test the thermometer. (B) insert the thermometer under the arm. (C) position the thermometer under the tongue. (D) put lubricant on the thermometer. - CORRECT ANSWER C 31. When caring for a client who uses a protective device (restraint), the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) assess the client once during every hour. (B) assure that the protective device is tight. (C) check the client's body alignment. (D) release the protective device once during every shift. - CORRECT ANSWER C 32 The nurse aide is assisting a client to transfer from the bed to the wheelchair. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take? (A) Place the bed in the low position (B) Place a pillow on the wheelchair seat (C) Lower both footrest pedals (D) Release the wheel brakes - CORRECT ANSWER A 33. When communicating with a client's family, the nurse aide SHOULD (A) listen to concerns and offer support. (B) offer advice about the client's medical treatment. (C) get involved in family problems. (D) inform the family of any changes in the client's condition. - CORRECT ANSWER A 34. When performing oral care, in what position SHOULD the nurse aide place a client who is unconscious? (A) Supine (B) Lateral (C) Prone (D) Trendelenburg - CORRECT ANSWER B 35. The nurse aide notices that a client's bedside lamp cord is draped across a chair in order to reach the nearest outlet. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) tell the client that the bedside lamp is a safety hazard and take it away. (B) unplug the bedside lamp and ask the client not to use it. (C) see if any changes can be made so that the bedside lamp can be plugged in safely. (D) ask the client to avoid walking by the bedside lamp. - CORRECT ANSWER C 36. The nurse aide can provide a client with a sense of security by: (A) performing all activities of daily living (ADL) for the client. (B) leaving the room without speaking. (C) explaining all routines and procedures. (D) talking to another nurse aide while providing care. - CORRECT ANSWER C 37. A client who is confused and disoriented is asking to go home. The nurse aide's BEST action would be to: (A) tell the client, "This is your home." (B) take the client to the activity room. (C) ask the client to tell the nurse aide about the client's home. (D) tell the client, "We will take you home later." - CORRECT ANSWER C 38. A client tells the nurse aide that oral care was last performed 2 days ago. The nurse aide SHOULD report this finding to the: (A) client's family. (B) nurse in charge. (C) director of nursing. (D) administrator. - CORRECT ANSWER B 39. Pressure ulcers can be prevented by: (A) placing an incontinence brief on the client. (B) positioning a pillow under the client's head. (C) dressing the client in loosely fitting clothing. (D) repositioning the client every 2 hours. - CORRECT ANSWER D 40. The electric shaver that the nurse aide is using to shave a client begins to spark and smoke. What should the nurse aide do NEXT? (A) Call the nurse in charge (B) Finish shaving the client as quickly as possible (C) Use the roommate's shaver to finish the shave (D) Unplug the shaver - CORRECT ANSWER D 41. When giving a back rub, the nurse aide SHOULD: (A) use a circular motion. (B) position the client in the supine position. (C) use short, light strokes. (D) warm the lotion in the microwave. - CORRECT ANSWER A 42. If an alert and oriented client touches a nurse aide inappropriately, the nurse aide's BEST response is to: (A) slap the client's hand. (B) step back and ask the client not to do it again. (C) refuse to care for the client. (D) warn the client that the behavior may be punished. - CORRECT ANSWER B 43. While making an empty bed, the nurse aide sees that a side rail is broken. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) wait for the next safety check to report the broken side rail. (B) report the broken side rail immediately. (C) tie the side rail in the raised position until it is fixed. (D) warn the client to be careful when the client gets back into bed - CORRECT ANSWER B 44. What should the nurse aide do FIRST when changing an ostomy bag? (A) Put on gloves (B) Wash hands (C) Explain the procedure to the client (D) Wash the area around the stomach - CORRECT ANSWER C 45. Which of the following statements might strongly indicate that a client is considering suicide? (A) "I think I need to see a psychiatrist." (B) "I want to go to sleep and never wake up." (C) "I woke up feeling sad today." (D) "I miss my family." - CORRECT ANSWER B 46. The nurse aide SHOULD understand that an example of an alternative to restraints is a: (A) lap buddy/tray. (B) sedative. (C) bed alarm. (D) hand mitt. - CORRECT ANSWER C 47. The BEST razor to use when shaving a diabetic client is: (A) a safety razor. (B) an electric razor. (C) a disposable razor. (D) a straight edge razor - CORRECT ANSWER B 48. The Client's Bill of Rights includes: (A) free medical care. (B) freedom of choice. (C) access to the medicine cart. (D) access to the laundry. - CORRECT ANSWER B 49. When a hearing aid is not being used by a client, it SHOULD: (A) be given to the client's family. (B) be left turned on. (C) have the battery removed. (D) be stored in alcohol. - CORRECT ANSWER C 50. The nurse aide gave a client the wrong diet. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take? (A) Report the error to the nurse (B) Ignore the error (C) Remove any evidence of the error (D) Blame another nurse aide for the error - CORRECT ANSWER A 51. A client has informed the nurse aide that the client's religious beliefs prohibit eating certain food items. The nurse aide SHOULD report this information to the: (A) dietitian. (B) administrator. (C) charge nurse. (D) client's family - CORRECT ANSWER C 52. Incident reports are written in order to: (A) inform the primary health care provider. (B) notify family members. (C) identify who is at fault. (D) record details of unusual events. - CORRECT ANSWER D 53. While eating dinner, a client starts to choke. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) immediately remove the client's food tray and go to find the nurse in charge. (B) slap the client on the back until the food dislodges. (C) call for assistance and perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrust). (D) give the client a drink of water. - CORRECT ANSWER C 54. A client's family member asks the nurse aide what medication the client is receiving. The nurse aide SHOULD: (A) allow the family member to review the client's medication list. (B) tell the family member the medications that the client is taking. (C) refer the family member to the nurse. (D) give the family member the client's chart. - CORRECT ANSWER C 55. When transferring a client to a different unit, the MOST important information the nurse aide needs is the: (A) phone number to the client's room. (B) client's medical diagnosis. (C) name of the client's spouse. (D) name and room number. - CORRECT ANSWER D 56. What is the MAIN purpose of continuing education for the nurse aide? (A) Client safety (B) Review of skills (C) Facility compliance (D) Promotes teamwork - CORRECT ANSWER A 57. A button hook and a sock assist are all part of what type of health care? (A) Restorative (B) Preventive (C) Protective (D) Alternative - CORRECT ANSWER A 58. The nurse aide is caring for a client who answers every question by nodding and saying "yes." Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse take? (A) Inform the nurse of the client's behavior (B) Ask a family member to translate for the client (C) Speak to the client while using medical terms (D) Increase voice volume when speaking to the client - CORRECT ANSWER A 59. What SHOULD the nurse aide do to communicate with a client who speaks and understands only another language? (A) Use gestures (B) Speak more slowly (C) Listen and say nothing (D) Use the services of an interpreter - CORRECT ANSWER D 60. When ambulating a client who has an unsteady gait, it is BEST for the nurse aide to use a: (A) single crutch. (B) gait belt. (C) quad cane. (D) wheelchair. - CORRECT ANSWER B [Show Less]
CNA State Board Exam 120 Questions with Verified Answers Helping persons return to their highest physical and mental function is called? A. maintaining... [Show More] independence B. promoting health C. preventing disease D. Rehabilitation - CORRECT ANSWER Rehabilitation Which provides 24-hour nursing care? A.Board and Care homes B. assisted living residences C.nursing centers D. residential care facilities - CORRECT ANSWER nursing centers who controls policy in a nursing center? - CORRECT ANSWER the owner A health care program for terminally ill person is called? - CORRECT ANSWER Hospice The nursing team includes - CORRECT ANSWER Nursing assistants, RNS, LPNs/LVNs Does not include doctors Who is in charge of the entire nursing staff? - CORRECT ANSWER the director of nursing nursing assistants are supervised by - CORRECT ANSWER RNS, LPNs, LVNs The nursing assistants role is? - CORRECT ANSWER is assistant nurses in giving care Medicare is for? Medicaid is for? - CORRECT ANSWER persons over the age of 65/ the disabled A survey team is at your center. A team member asked you some questions. you should - CORRECT ANSWER answer them completely and honestly What state law affects what nursing assistants can do? - CORRECT ANSWER Nurse practice act, describes education requirements your nursing assistant certification can be revoked for ? - CORRECT ANSWER performing acts beyond your role which requires a training and competency evaluation program for nursing assistants? - CORRECT ANSWER OBRA as a nursing assistant you need a ? - CORRECT ANSWER written job description before employment who assigns and supervises your work? - CORRECT ANSWER Nurses you are responsible for? - CORRECT ANSWER completely delegated tasks safely A task is in your job description... - CORRECT ANSWER you do not need a nurse to delegate the task to you. you can refuse to perform a task for these reasons - CORRECT ANSWER -task is beyond the legal limits of your role -task is not in your job description -a nurse is not available to supervise you you decide to refuse a task. what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER communication your concerns with the nurse OBRA is a? - CORRECT ANSWER Federal law A son has the legal right to act on his mothers behalf. the son is his mothers legal? - CORRECT ANSWER representative A daughter wants to read her fathers medical records. what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER tell the nurse A resident refuses to have a shower. what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER tell the nurse A resident has a phone in his room. He wants to make a phone call. what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER leave the room who decides how to style a persons hair? - CORRECT ANSWER the person residents have the right to? - CORRECT ANSWER -refuse treatment -contact an ombudsman -make personal choice -DO NOT have the right to a private room residents have the right to be free from the following? - CORRECT ANSWER -abuse -involuntary seclusion -neglect -DO NOT have the right to be free from disease Who selects activities for a resident? - CORRECT ANSWER the resident A long- term care ombudsman? - CORRECT ANSWER investigates resident complaints which actions promote personal dignity? - CORRECT ANSWER -providing privacy during personal care -making sure the person has needed assist devices -listening to the person -knocking before entering the room -closing the bathroom door when in use -assisting with bathroom/hygiene preferences -DO NOT- Restrain the person, move persons items as you prefer what is the correct way to address a person? - CORRECT ANSWER Hello, Mr. Smith Ethics is? - CORRECT ANSWER knowledge of what is right conduct and wrong conduct which is ethical behavior? - CORRECT ANSWER reporting errors to maintain professional boundaries, your behaviors must? - CORRECT ANSWER help the person which is a crime? - CORRECT ANSWER -abuse, murder, robbery -Negligence is not a crime threatening to though a persons body without the persons consent is? - CORRECT ANSWER assault restraining a persons freedom of movement is? - CORRECT ANSWER false imprisonment photos of Mr. Blue are shown to others without his consent this is? - CORRECT ANSWER invasion of privacy a person asked you if you are a nurse and you answer yes, this is - CORRECT ANSWER fraud informed consent is when the person - CORRECT ANSWER fully understands all aspects of his or her treatment what are signs of elder abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER -old and new bruises -poor personal hygiene -frequent injuries -NOT-stiff joints and joint pain domestic abuse - CORRECT ANSWER one partner has control over the other you suspect a person was abused what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER tell the nurse t/f you wear needed eyeglasses. this helps protect the persons safety - CORRECT ANSWER true t/f childcare requires planning before you go to work - CORRECT ANSWER true t/f being on time for work means arriving at the center when your shift begins - CORRECT ANSWER false t/f your share information about a person with a friends. this is grounds for losing your job. - CORRECT ANSWER true t/f you must be careful what you say over the intercom system - CORRECT ANSWER true t/f you do not follow the centers dress code policy you can lose your job - CORRECT ANSWER true t/f you can use the centers computers for homework - CORRECT ANSWER false t/f you can keep your cell phone turned on while at work - CORRECT ANSWER false t/f you must know your centers attendance policy - CORRECT ANSWER True what will help you do your job well? - CORRECT ANSWER -enough sleep and rest -regular exercise -good nutrition what is good hygiene practices? - CORRECT ANSWER -bathing daily, using deodorant, brushing teeth after meals -NOT-have long polished fingernails what is good practice when getting ready for work? - CORRECT ANSWER -ironing your uniform, wearing your name badge, styling hair up and off the collar -NOT- wear jewelry when should you ask questions about your job description ? - CORRECT ANSWER during the interview lying on a job application is - CORRECT ANSWER fraud when completing a job application you should? - CORRECT ANSWER write neatly and clearly, provide references, give information about employment gaps -DO NOT- leave spaces blank that do not apply to you what do employers look for the most? - CORRECT ANSWER dependability Empathy is? - CORRECT ANSWER seeing things from the other persons point of view what should you wear to a job interview? - CORRECT ANSWER a simple dress or suit which is good behavior in a job interview? - CORRECT ANSWER -good eye contact, shaking hands, asking the interviewer questions -DO NOt- cross your arms and legs What is the best response to an interview question? - CORRECT ANSWER brief explanations which statement reflects a good work attitude? - CORRECT ANSWER Im sorry, i didn't know A co-worker says that a doctor and nurse are dating this is? - CORRECT ANSWER gossip which is professional speech and language? - CORRECT ANSWER speaking clearly which is a courteous act? - CORRECT ANSWER -Saying please and thank you -saying im sorry -complimenting others -DO NOT- wanting others to open the doors for you you are on a break you should/ can - CORRECT ANSWER -make personal phone calls, family members can meet you, nurse needs to know tht you are off the unit -DO NOT- take a few extra minutes if needed when planning your work you should? - CORRECT ANSWER -discuss priories with the nurse -ask others if they need help -stay busy -DO NOT- plan care so that you can watch tv in a persons room stress is - CORRECT ANSWER normal, affects the whole person, a stressor is an event that causes stress, stress is not always unpleasant which helps reduce stress - CORRECT ANSWER -exercise, rest, sleep, planning quiet time, having a sense of humor -DOES NOT HELP- blaming yourself for things you do not do which is harassment? - CORRECT ANSWER joking about a persons religion, asking for a sexual favor, acting like a disabled person -IS NOT-using touch to comfort a person a resignation letter should include - CORRECT ANSWER -reasons for leaving, last day you will work, thank0you to the employer -DO NOT-problems you had during your work what are reasoning for losing your job? - CORRECT ANSWER -leaving the job during your shift, using alcohol in the work setting, sleeping on the job -NOT A REASON- taking a meal break a person is weighed daily, the measurement is recorded on the? - CORRECT ANSWER flow chart Kardex is - CORRECT ANSWER type of card file that summarizes information found in the medical record-medications, treatments, and diagnoses 24 hour clock starts at - CORRECT ANSWER 1:00 am is 0100 steps of the nursing process - CORRECT ANSWER -assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation symptom - CORRECT ANSWER subjective, something the patient tells you but you cannot see EX: pain sign - CORRECT ANSWER objective, something you can visibly see on the patient EX: dry skin assessment in the nursing process - CORRECT ANSWER information is collected the comprehensive care plan is - CORRECT ANSWER the measures to help the person a person in restraints needs to be checked on every - CORRECT ANSWER 15 mintes restraints need to be removed at least every - CORRECT ANSWER 2 hours health care associated infection (nosocomial infection) is - CORRECT ANSWER an infection that develops in a person cared for in any setting where health care is given temperature for bed bath and perineal care - CORRECT ANSWER 110-115/ 105-109 how many milliliters in a pint? - CORRECT ANSWER 500 ml how many ounces in a milliliter - CORRECT ANSWER 30 orthostatic hypotension - CORRECT ANSWER is a form of low blood pressure that happens when you stand up from sitting or lying down t/f a persons left leg is weaker than his right. the person holds the cane on his right side - CORRECT ANSWER true hypoxia - CORRECT ANSWER cells are not getting enough oxygen, signs are restlessness, dizziness, disorientation dyspnea - CORRECT ANSWER difficult, labored, or painful breathing tachypnea - CORRECT ANSWER Rapid breathing, more then 20 respirations per minute brachypnea - CORRECT ANSWER slow breathing, less then 12 respirations per minute apnea - CORRECT ANSWER lack or absence of breathing hypoventilation - CORRECT ANSWER respiration are slow, shallow, sometimes irregular hyperventilation - CORRECT ANSWER respiration are fast, deeper then normal cheyne-stokes respirations - CORRECT ANSWER respirations gradually increase in rate and depth, then they become shallow and slow. breathing may stop for 10 to 20 seconds orthopnea - CORRECT ANSWER breathing deeply and comfortably only when sitting orthopneic position - CORRECT ANSWER for people who have difficulty breathing, sitting up and leaning over a table to breathe oxygen devices - CORRECT ANSWER nasal cannula are not removed for eating but masks are. if a mask is removed a nasal cannula is usually used temperatures - CORRECT ANSWER oral site- 2 to 3 minutes 97.6-99.6 rectal site- 2 minutes 98.6-100.6 axillary site- 5 to 10 minutes 96.6-98.6 tachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER more then 100 beats per minute brachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER less then 60 beats per minute glaucoma - CORRECT ANSWER fluid builds up in the eye and causes pressure on the optic nerve cataract - CORRECT ANSWER clouding of the legs in the eye. cloudy, blurry, dimmed vision hemiplegia - CORRECT ANSWER paralyzed on one side of the body paraplegia - CORRECT ANSWER paralyzed in legs and lower trunk quadriplegia and tetraplegia - CORRECT ANSWER paralyzed in arms, legs, and trunk angia - CORRECT ANSWER chest pain, from reduced blood flow to the part of the heart muscle, tightness, pressure, squeezing, during in the chest, rest often relieves the symptoms myocardial infarction - CORRECT ANSWER also known as a heart attack, blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked best position for someone with pneumonia - CORRECT ANSWER semi-fowlers, its inflammation and infection of lung tissue tuberculosis - CORRECT ANSWER is a bacterial infection in the lungs hepatitis - CORRECT ANSWER inflammation of the liver symptoms and signs are itching, skin rash, diarrhea delusion - CORRECT ANSWER false belief hallucination - CORRECT ANSWER seeing, hearing, smelling, or feeling something that is not real paranoia - CORRECT ANSWER disorder of the mind, person has false beliefs, suspicious about a person or a situation delusion of persecution - CORRECT ANSWER false belief that one is being mistreated, abused, or harrassed delusion of grandeur - CORRECT ANSWER exaggerated belief about ones importance, wealth, power, talents cognitive function includes - CORRECT ANSWER memory, thinking, reasoning, understanding, judgement, behavior [Show Less]
CNA Written Exam prometric practice test 24 Questions with Answers A nurse aide is walking a resident using a gait belt. The resident tells the nurse ai... [Show More] de she feels dizzy. The nurse aide should A. hold the gait belt tighter and ask the resident to rest for a minute. B. suggest the resident lean on the nurse aide for more support. C. guide the resident over to the handrail and ask to hold. D. ease the resident to the floor if a chair is not available. - CORRECT ANSWER D. ease the resident to the floor if a chair is not available. While feeding a resident, the nurse aide notices that the resident is coughing a lot after each drink of fluid. What is teh appropriate response by the nurse aide? A. Allow the resident more time to swallow. B. Use a straw when giving the resident fluids. C. Add a thickening product to the resident's fluids. D. Stop feeding and ask a nurse to check the resident. - CORRECT ANSWER D. Stop feeding and ask a nurse to check the resident. Which of the following BEST describes the daily routine needs of residents with dimentia? A. It is important that the resident's day be kept full of activities. B. Changing daily routine is often helpful to residents with dementia. C. Provide opportunities for activity and periods for rest is important. D. Following a strict schedule is required to decrease confusion. - CORRECT ANSWER C. Provide opportunities for activity and periods for rest is important. A resident is admitted to the nursing home for rehabilitation after a stroke. The plan is for the resident to stay only a short time, before returning home. Which of the following shows the best support of the resident's needs? A. Provide total care for the resident. B. Set high standards for the resident's achievements. C. Help the resident focus on even small accomplishments. D. Remind the resident taht she will be happier when she is home. - CORRECT ANSWER C. Help the resident focus on even small accomplishments. While bathing a resident who is comatose, the nurse aide notices a redened area on the left hip. Once reported, the charge nurse is likely to request that the nurse aide A. massage the area using lotion B. apply a dry protective dressing over the area. C. keep the resident positioned to avoid pressure on the hip. D. cleanse the hip using extra soap, then rinse and dry thoroughly. - CORRECT ANSWER C. keep the resident positioned to avoid pressure on the hip. The FIRST step the nurse aide should take when discovering a fire is to A. check how quickly the fire is spreeding B. remove any residents near the fire C. throw a blanket over the fumes D. pull the alarm - CORRECT ANSWER B. remove any residents near the fire Which of the following is an observation often seen when a resident is impacted? A. liquid feces seepig out of the anus B. darkening of the resident.s urine. C. many soft, formed stools D. bad breath odor - CORRECT ANSWER A. liquid feces seepig out of the anus When a resident has an indwelling urinary catheter, the nurse aide should expect that the resident's care plan will include A. limiting activity by keeping the resident on bedrest. B. emptying the urinary drainage bad every two-hours. C. keeping the area where the catheter enters the body clean. D. toileting the resident every two hours for bladder retraining. - CORRECT ANSWER C. keeping the area where the catheter enters the body clean. Which of the following is an example of disinfection? A. washing a resident's hands after toileting B. using a wipe to clean around a resident's stoma C. cleaning a shower chair with a chemical cleanser D. cleaning a resident's bath basin wiht soap after use - CORRECT ANSWER C. cleaning a shower chair with a chemical cleanser A resident tells the nurse aide about being bored. the resident says, "My days seem to last forever." What should teh nurse aide do? A. Tell the resident. "I know what you mean. My days seem long too." B. Ask the charge nurse if the resident can have some medication. C. Ask about activities the resident has enjoyed in the past. D. Tell the resident to check the activity schedule. - CORRECT ANSWER C. Ask about activities the resident has enjoyed in the past. A resident has a contracture of the RIGHT arm. When putting on the resident's button-front shirt, the nurse aide should A. put the shirt sleeve on the left arm first, then the right arm. B. ask which arm the resident prefers the sleeve to go on first. C. put the shirt sleeve on the right arm first, then the left arm. D. raise resident's arms up to slide both sleeves on at the same time. - CORRECT ANSWER C. put the shirt sleeve on the right arm first, then the left arm. A resident with advance directives has a DNR (do not resuscitate) order. This means that the resident A. does not remember B. should not be restrained C. does not respond to instructions D. should not be resuscitated - CORRECT ANSWER D. should not be resuscitated After reporting the observation of a red areaon the resident's hip, the nurse aide should expect that the A. resident will be placed on a short-term bed rest B. area will be covered with a protected dressing C. area will need frequent massage with a moisturizing lotion D. resident should be positioned to avoid pressure on the area - CORRECT ANSWER D. resident should be positioned to avoid pressure on the area Which of the following actions helps to prevent skin tears? A. keeping side rails raised B. using less lotion on the skin C. sliding the resident up in teh bed D. dressing the resident in long sleeves - CORRECT ANSWER D. dressing the resident in long sleeves When a resident is not able to stand, the resident's height is usually measured by A. having coworkers hold the resident upright to allow for the measurement B. adding the length of legs, chest, and neck/head to determine the height C. asking the resident's height and subtracting an inch for age-related shrinkage. D. taking the measurement from head to heels while the resident is flat in bed - CORRECT ANSWER D. taking the measurement from head to heels while the resident is flat in bed The normal appearance of urine is A. clear B. cloudy C. dark yellow D. strong smelling - CORRECT ANSWER A. clear Which of the following is the MOST appropriate schedule for residents who are incontinent to receive perineal care? A. In the mornign and at bedtime B. At the beginning and near the end of a shift C. Whenever the resident is soiled with urine or stool D. every two hours when the nurse aide checks on he resident - CORRECT ANSWER C. Whenever the resident is soiled with urine or stool When providing foot care, the nurse aide observes an open sore on the resident's foot. The nurse aide should A. pat gently to dry and cover with a dry dressing before applying a sock B. stop the foot care immediately and ask the resident what happened C. report the skin opening to the charge nurse as soon as possible D. check the resident's sock for any wound drainage - CORRECT ANSWER C. report the skin opening to the charge nurse as soon as possible a residents whose husband died a few years ago, says, "I have got to get dinner started. My husband will be home from work soon." What is the best way for the nurse aide to respond A. offer to walk with the resident to the activity departments kitchen B. remind the resident about her husbands favorite dinners C. ask the resident about the husbands favorite dinners D. explain gently that the residents husband is dead - CORRECT ANSWER C. ask the resident about the husbands favorite dinners to help soften the beard before shaving with a disposable razor, the nurse aide should A. massage the beard area of the face B. rub the beard in the direction of the hair growth C. hold a warm, wet wash cloth against the face first D. lather the face with soap instead of shaving cream - CORRECT ANSWER C. hold a warm, wet wash cloth against the face first a residents care plan provided the nurse aide with information about A. the financial arrangements made for the residents care B. specific care required for the resident and the goals of care C. facility procedures for performing different nursing care procedures D. the nurse aide's assignments and when care is provided to each resident. - CORRECT ANSWER B. specific care required for the resident and the goals of care the goal when removing gloves that are soiled is to A. remove quickly since there is a risk of exposure to germs B. dispose of the gloves in a biohazard-safe trash can C. avoid contact with the outside of the gloves D. keep germs n the trash can area - CORRECT ANSWER C. avoid contact with the outside of the gloves The nurse aide notices that a resident with dementia keeps walking over to the piano, pausing there, touching the piano, and then walking away only to return again. Which of the following is A. Take the resident back to the resident's room B. distract the resident by asking about the residents family C. invite the resident to sit down at the piano with the nurse aide D. ask the activity director to find something for the resident to do - CORRECT ANSWER C. invite the resident to sit down at the piano with the nurse aide - CORRECT ANSWER [Show Less]
CNA FINAL EXAM 38 Questions with Verified Answers 2023 TB (tuberculosis) CORRECT ANSWER TB stands for tuberculosis, an infectious and sometimes fatal ... [Show More] disease that affects the lungs. airborne Acute care CORRECT ANSWER acute care short term care, is given in hospitals for people who require immediate care ______ is a medical assistance program for people who have a low income as well as people with disabilities CORRECT ANSWER medicaid What is a healther kind of fat ? CORRECT ANSWER Monounsaturated Which of the following is a requirement of the omnibus budget reconciliation act (OBRA) ? CORRECT ANSWER NA must pass a competency evaluation (test) A temporal artery thermometer measure temperature via which site? CORRECT ANSWER the forehead pain relief care CORRECT ANSWER Palliative care ______are areas of the body where the bone lines close to the skin CORRECT ANSWER Bony prominences Which type of urine specimen is collected any time a resident voids CORRECT ANSWER Routine The part of the word that is added to the end of a root to form a new word is called ? CORRECT ANSWER Suffix In Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, which needs are considered the most important ? CORRECT ANSWER Physical needs What type of vegetarian diet omits all meats,fish,poultry,and dairy products, but allows eggs? CORRECT ANSWER OVO-vegetarian diet Which of the following is medical order that instructs medical personnel not preform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if the person's lungs / or heart have stopped working ? CORRECT ANSWER do-not resuscitate order Consumers of health care are responsible for: CORRECT ANSWER Being honest with the physician Healthcare consumers always have the right to CORRECT ANSWER Receive respectful and considerate care Documents that provide instructions about the patient?resident wishes for treatment when the patient/resident is unable to communicate their wishes are called CORRECT ANSWER Advanced directives A grievance is CORRECT ANSWER complaint healthcare workers CORRECT ANSWER Must be familiar with the Patient's Bill of Rights Ombudsman CORRECT ANSWER a legal advocate for residents in long-term care facilities who help resolve disputes and settle conflicts. An advanced directive is part of the admission process and is required CORRECT ANSWER false MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) CORRECT ANSWER bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) that have developed resistance to the antibiotic methicillin spread through direct contact prone CORRECT ANSWER a body position in which a person is lying on his stomach,or front side of the body Sims position CORRECT ANSWER a body position where a person is lying on there left side with upper knee flexed and raised toward the chest To help prevent fires, the nurse assistant should CORRECT ANSWER Report frayed electrical cords immediately Your patient/resident ate the following items for lunch: 1⁄2 cup string beans, 3 oz. fish, 6 oz. milk, 2 oz. Jello. What was his fluid intake? CORRECT ANSWER 240ml the clock shoes 10:32 am. In 24-hour clock time,this is CORRECT ANSWER 10:32 supine CORRECT ANSWER laying on your back a male patient is not circumcised, when giving perineal care which is correct ? CORRECT ANSWER retract the foreskin The nurse asks you to strain a urine. to do this you need CORRECT ANSWER a strainer or gauze Mucus from the respiratory system that is expelled through the mouth is CORRECT ANSWER sputum when collecting a sputum specimen , the person coughs up sputum from the CORRECT ANSWER bronchi and trachea which of the following is a characteristic of normal urine CORRECT ANSWER pale - yellow urine Medicare CORRECT ANSWER A federal program of health insurance for persons 65 years of age and older Neglect CORRECT ANSWER the failure to provide needed care that results in physical,mental,or emotional harm to a person lateral position CORRECT ANSWER body position in which a person is lying on either side Myocardial infarction(MI) CORRECT ANSWER (aka heart attack) a condition that occurs when the heart muscle does not receive enough oxygen because blood flow to the heart is blocked restorative care CORRECT ANSWER care given after rehabilitation to maintain a persons function, improve his quality of life and increase his independence transmitted based precautions CORRECT ANSWER method of infection prevention used when caring for persons who are infected or may be infected with certain infectious diseases [Show Less]
CNA Practice Exam 4 |71 Questions with Verified Answers It is important to practice standard precautions when - CORRECT ANSWER providing oral hygiene ... [Show More] What position should a patient be in to receive an enema? - CORRECT ANSWER left Sim's Which of the following lists only items that would be included in fluid intake? - CORRECT ANSWER milk, custard, soup The nurse aide must use a stethoscope to determine the - CORRECT ANSWER apical pulse rate Another name for urination is - CORRECT ANSWER voiding A client complains of a sore sport in her calf. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER ask the nurse to check the client immediately An example of possible contamination through direct contact is - CORRECT ANSWER being sneezed on A nurse aide finds smoke and flames coming from a resident's room. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER attempt to get the resident out of the room and close the door To place a client in good alignment, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER keep the client as straight as possible When dressing a client with left-sided weakness, it is important for the nurse aide to begin dressing him - CORRECT ANSWER on the left side What condition needs to be reported immediately to the charge nurse? - CORRECT ANSWER rash that appears suddenly A nurse aide is making rounds at 1:00 A.M. She finds a patient lighting a cigarette. Assuming smoking is allowing in the facility, what should she do? - CORRECT ANSWER Remain with the patient until he finishes smoking A client with a broken hip needs an enema. The best bedpan to use would be a - CORRECT ANSWER fracture pan Which of the following is true about visually challenged clients? - CORRECT ANSWER The use a "clock" system to find their food Before ambulating a client who has a Foley catheter, the nurse aide should first - CORRECT ANSWER carry the bag below bladder level A resident is walking back and forth. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER continue to observe the client When transferring a client, the client becomes weak and begins to fall. The nurse aide's action is to - CORRECT ANSWER grasp the belt and lower the client to the floor The best way to measure accurate daily weight is to - CORRECT ANSWER weigh the client at the same time each day A client is sitting in her room with a doll in her arms, stating, "My baby is sick." What should the nurse aide do? - CORRECT ANSWER Ask her if she is upset with her doll Padded side rails are used to - CORRECT ANSWER protect the client from injury A nurse aide is recording the output of a resident who has a Foley catheter. She sees that the urine bag is empty. What should she do? - CORRECT ANSWER Check for kinks in the tube In the middle of lunch, a client stands up, clutching her neck and unable to speak. The nurse aide should first - CORRECT ANSWER perform the Heimlich maneuver A client has not has a bowel movement in five days. He may also complain of - CORRECT ANSWER nausea A client who is weak and unsteady needs to urinate. The nurse aide can safely leave him alone to use a - CORRECT ANSWER bedpan For a client who is classified as wound-and-skin isolation, the soiled linen should be - CORRECT ANSWER commode If a resident begins to choke while being fed and is unable to speak, the nurse aide should call for help and begin doing - CORRECT ANSWER abdominal thrusts When making a bed, the nurse aide should place the soiled linen - CORRECT ANSWER in a laundry bag The ABCS of emergency care stand for - CORRECT ANSWER airway, breathing, circulation When forcing fluids, the nurse aide should offer - CORRECT ANSWER fluids every hour When caring for a hearing-impaired client, the nursing assistant should not - CORRECT ANSWER raise their voice Security for a client's dentures includes - CORRECT ANSWER placing them in a labeled denture cup While caring for a client, a nurse aide accidentally gets blood in her eyes. The nurse aide should first - CORRECT ANSWER rinse them out with clear water A client drinks four ounces of juice. The nurse aide would document this is - CORRECT ANSWER 120cc When using client restraints, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER observe for skin irritation Examples of client abuse does not include - CORRECT ANSWER using gloves when providing peri-care When bathing a client , the nurse aide recognizes a sign of a pressure sore. What could it be? - CORRECT ANSWER redness Nurse aides should not wash their hands when? - CORRECT ANSWER before going to the bathroom While bathing a resident the nursing aide notices a rash on the resident's legs. The nursing aide should - CORRECT ANSWER notify the charge nurse of the rash The nursing assistant should tell clients - CORRECT ANSWER how to call for help A client begins to have a seizure while the nurse aide is bathing him. the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER protect him from injuring himself Sputum is best collected - CORRECT ANSWER upon awakening in the morning To change direction, a nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER turn her whole body by moving her feet When repositioning a heavy client, the nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER move her body sections To help a client into a wheelchair, the nurse aide should position the chair - CORRECT ANSWER at the side of the bed, facing the foot of the bed Transferring a client from a bed to a stretcher requires that the nurse aide use - CORRECT ANSWER proper body mechanics What is true about dressing residents - CORRECT ANSWER Residents care about what they wear Which of the following is an example of a client's delusion? - CORRECT ANSWER thinking that the CIA is secretly watching him Reality orientation techniques should not include - CORRECT ANSWER reminding a client that his spouse is deceased A young resident with muscular dystrophy talks about wanting a boyfriend. This feeling is best described as - CORRECT ANSWER normal A nurse aide walks in on a client masturbating in his bathroom. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER allow the client privacy When providing postmortem care, the nurse aide must - CORRECT ANSWER wear gloves What is true about bathing unconscious clients is correct? - CORRECT ANSWER Unconscious clients may be able to hear you speaking to them during the bath A client wants to know what is wrong with his roommate. The nurse aide's best response is - CORRECT ANSWER "Sorry, I can't share that information with you." The care plan does not include - CORRECT ANSWER cost of the hospital stay A ten-month old baby cries and pulls at his left ear. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER report it to the charge nurse A client is hard of hearing and repeatedly turns her call light on. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER take time to listen to her determine her needs When giving a client a bath, the nurse aide should not - CORRECT ANSWER perform a mental status exam A client who is eating poorly should be offered - CORRECT ANSWER dietary supplements What are the signs of death? - CORRECT ANSWER no respirations, pulse, or blood pressure On Good Friday, a Catholic client is served chicken and requests a meatless meal. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER offer to get another meal within the client's diet A client is observing the Islamic holy month of Ramadan by fasting from sunup to sundown. The most appropriate action for the nurse aide would be to - CORRECT ANSWER find out what the client may eat and drink An ECF resident tells the nurse aide something about her family in confidence. The nurse aide - CORRECT ANSWER ethically cannot tell anyone else A nurse aide observes a client falling in the hallway. It is important that the nurse aide report - CORRECT ANSWER exactly what the nurse aide observed A client's daughter offers the nurse aide $50 to thank her for caring for the client. The nurse aide should - CORRECT ANSWER politely refuse it An elderly resident recently cared for her husband until he died. The nurse aide recognizes that htis client needs to - CORRECT ANSWER have adequate time alone to grieve for her husband A resident refuses to go to physical therapy one morning. the nurse aide reports this to the charge nurse, who discusses this with the resident. The resident states that she will go to physical therapy the next day. The nurse aide understands that the resident - CORRECT ANSWER has the right to refuse treatment A person admitted to a hospital or extended care facility can be expected to be treated according to the - CORRECT ANSWER Patient's Bill of Rights The nurse aide is told to bring client by wheelchair to the X-Ray Department and covers the client with a robe, blanket, and slippers. The nurse aide has maintained the client's - CORRECT ANSWER right to privacy Nurse aides need to identify themselves with their names and title of CNA before giving any care to clients. This is an example of the patient's right to - CORRECT ANSWER identification of healthcare workers. RACE - CORRECT ANSWER Rescue Alarm Confine Extinguish PASS - CORRECT ANSWER Pull Aim Squeeze Sweep [Show Less]
CNA Practice Exam 3|54 Questions with Verified Answers B. sitting with both feet on the floor - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the recommended... [Show More] position to obtain a resident's blood pressure? A. lying with feet elevated B. sitting with both feet on the floor C. standing with arms at the resident's side D. lying flat A. allow the resident privacy to pray - CORRECT ANSWER when a resident requests to pray before a procedure, what is the optimum response of the NA? A. allow the resident privacy to pray B. ask the resident to pray silently while you perform the procedure C. explain to the resident that the procedure needs to be completed now and that praying will need to wait D. tell the resident you have already prayed for them this morning and now it is time to perform the procedure C. at the end of the shift - CORRECT ANSWER how frequently should the NA record the totaled intake and output in the resident's chart? A. after each meal B. every six hours C. at the end of the shift D. every four hours D. hypotension - CORRECT ANSWER what is the medical term for low blood pressure? A. tachycardia B. hypertension C. bradypnea D. hypotension B. every two hours - CORRECT ANSWER how often should the NA turn a resident who is unable to move himself/herself? A. every three hours B. every two hours C. every four hours D. at least once a shift A. slowing of responses - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following conditions is expected in an older resident? A. slowing of responses B. inability to make decisions C. increased agitation D. loss of long-term memory A. use shaving cream to soften the hair - CORRECT ANSWER when the NA is helpoing a resident to shave, which of the following should the NA remember to do? A. use shaving cream to soften the hair B. wash the resident's face and then dry the skin thoroughly before shaving C. shave in the opposite direction of hair growth with a sharp razor D. apply alcohol after shaving to keep the skin clean A. sit beside the resident and listen to him/her - CORRECT ANSWER when the NA is communicating with a resident who is suffering from memory loss, which of the following is true? A. sit beside the resident and listen to him/her B. ignore the resident and continue working C. laugh at what the resident is saying D. ask the resident not to talk nonsense B. 60-100 beats/minute - CORRECT ANSWER what is the normal range of a resident's pulse at rest? A. 55-195 beats/minute B. 60-100 beats/minute C. 45-65 beats/minute D. 70-120 beats/minute C. making sure the resident's glasses and other visual aids are within reach - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following creates an environment for effective communication with a resident who is visually impaired? A. making sure the light in the room is not too bright B. placing rugs on the floor so the resident is not too shocked by the cold floor C. making sure the resident's glasses and other visual aids are within reach D. turning up the volume on the tv so the resident can hear because he/she has trouble seeing D. assistive - CORRECT ANSWER which type of device would the physician order to help a resident with ambulation? A. orthodontic B. feeding C. transfer D. assistive D. right to mistreat staff and fellow residents - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is not an example of the Patient's Bill of Rights? A. right to privacy and dignity B. right of confidentially C. right to accept or refuse treatment D. right to mistreat staff and fellow residents C. when hands are visibly soiled - CORRECT ANSWER an alcohol-based hand cleanser should not be considered in which of the following situations? A. after contact with a resident B. when soap and water are not available C. when hands are visibly soiled D. after assisting a resident to the shower C. loss of hearing - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following describes sensory impairment? A. inability to read B. inability to use a bike C. loss of hearing D. inability to write A. battery - CORRECT ANSWER if a NA restrained a resident without a physician's order, he/she might be charged with which of the following? A. battery B. assault C. malpractice D. negligence C. allow the resident to share his/her beliefs - CORRECT ANSWER a NA can help meet the resident's spiritual needs by which of the following? A. tell the resident about his/her beliefs B. let the resident know not to talk about beliefs C. allow the resident to share his/her beliefs D. invite someone from your church to talk to the resident B. negligence - CORRECT ANSWER while trimming a resident's nails, you accidentally cut his finger. this is considered which of the following legal terms? A. physical abuse B. negligence C. malpractice D. assault C. check the resident's chart to see what type of diet the patient is ordered - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the initial step before feeding a resident? A. inform the kitchen staff what type of diet the patient wants B. assist the resident in washing his/her hands and face C. check the resident's chart to see what type of diet the patient is ordered D. make sure the resident eats all of his/her main meal before serving dessert A. rescue the patient - CORRECT ANSWER if a fire was discovered by a NA, the first action is which of the following? A. rescue the patient B. pull the fire alarm C. extinguish the fire D. follow the evacuation plan B. defamation - CORRECT ANSWER when a NA reports to the charge nurse that another NA accepted a tip from a resident when it is not true is an example of which of the following? A. negligence B. defamation C. malpractice D. insubordination C. milliliters/cc - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the measurement used when documenting a resident's intake and output? A. ounces B. milligrams C. milliliters/cc D. cups C. deliver the mail unopened to the resident's room - CORRECT ANSWER the NA notices mail for a resident at the nurses's station. the correct action of the NA is which of the following? A. discard the resident' junk mail B. open the mail for the resident C. deliver the mail unopened to the resident's room D. give the mail to a family member A. wait approximately 15 minutes - CORRECT ANSWER the NA notices a resident has just finished drinking a glass of iced tea and it is time to obtain an oral temperature. the NA should do which of the following? A. wait approximately 15 minutes B. go ahead and take the oral temperature C. wait approximately 45 minutes D. skip the temperature now and then take it next scheduled time D. place the linen in the hamper because it is soiled - CORRECT ANSWER the NA is making a resident's bed and accidentally drops the clean sheet on the floor. which of the following is the best action for the NA to take? A. pick up the linen, shake it out, then use it B. place the linen on the bedside chair to use at a later time C. leave the linen on the floor for housekeeping to pick up D. place the linen in the hamper because it is soiled A. hoyer lift - CORRECT ANSWER a safety device used to move a resident from the bed to the chair is which of the following? A. hoyer lift B. slide board C. brace D. assistive D. grievance - CORRECT ANSWER the Patient's Bill of Rights is a document that lists the guidelines identifying the resident's treatment, level of care, and services while in the facility. any complaints or dissatisfaction by the resident in regard to care is considered? A. slander B. defamation C. irritating D. grievance C. before beginning a procedure, the NA closes the curtains - CORRECT ANSWER select the appropriate action by the NA that demonstrates adherence to the resident's right to privacy? A. when assisting the resident onto the bedside commode, the NA forgets to close the curtains B. while the resident is talking on the phone, the NA stands beside the resident C. before beginning a procedure, the NA closes the curtains D. when dressing the resident, the NA does not provide adequate clothing B. convulsions - CORRECT ANSWER seizures are sometimes known by which of the following? A. sugar in the blood B. convulsions C. consumption D. heart troubles D. contracture - CORRECT ANSWER select the appropriate medical term for the abnormal shortening of muscle tissue. A. arthritis B. sprain C. fracture D. contracture C. watch the flow infusion and then communicate any problems - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the responsibility of the NA when caring for a resident who is receiving intravenous therapy? A. assess the site for swelling, redness, or bruising B. monitor the site, tubing, and infusion solution C. watch the flow infusion and then communicate any problems D. nothing, the infusion is monitored by the nurses not NA B. difficulty breathing - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following complications should be reported immediately to the nurse? A. incontinence B. difficulty breathing C. weak leg D. increased hunger D. respect the resident's wishes - CORRECT ANSWER select the appropriate action of the NA when a resident refuses to transfer out of the bed into the chair. A. threaten the resident if he/she continues to refuse B. ignore the resident and transfer him/her anyway C. call for help to transfer the resident because he/she might become agitated D. respect the resident's wishes D. shortness of breath - CORRECT ANSWER of the following signs, which one is not a sign of infection? A. fever B. swelling C. redness D. shortness of breath B. provide privacy for the resident - CORRECT ANSWER what is the appropriate action of the NA when the resident asks for time alone with her husband? A. leave the room but keep the door open B. provide privacy for the resident C. tell the resident that it is best if the husband comes back at a later time D. call the physician and clarify the resident's physical condition C. constipation - CORRECT ANSWER residents might experience which of the following due to decreased intestinal motility? A. diarrhea B. bloating C. constipation D. decreased appetite A. to protect the resident from harm - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the best use of restraints? A. to protect the resident from harm B. as a punishment C. to decreased time spent attending to the resident D. to keep the resident out of the way D. the resident - CORRECT ANSWER who is the best source to collect information from about the resident on admission? A. a friend B. a family member C. the physician D. the resident D. use a towel to turn off the water - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is a correct action in washing your hands? A. apply soap before wetting your hands B. keep hands elevated above your waist C. apply friction for 5 seconds D. use a towel to turn off the water C. place the probe of the thermometer in the center of the axilla - CORRECT ANSWER select the appropriate location for a thermometer when taking an axillary temperature. A. place the probe of the thermometer 1 inch under the arm B. place the probe in the posterior 1/3 of the axilla C. place the probe of the thermometer in the center of the axilla D. place the probe in the anterior 1/3 of the axilla D. when counting the pulse rate, if it is irregular, count for at least 60 seconds - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is not a step in attaining a radial pulse? A. place the fat pads of your finder over the groove in the wrist B. look at the second hand of your watch and begin counting C. lightly press against the radial bone D. when counting the pulse rate, if it is irregular, count for at least 60 seconds C. close the curtain to provide privacy - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is important for the NA to do when assisting the resident with a partial bath? A. use only tepid water B. cover the resident with a towel C. close the curtain to provide privacy D. wash the feet first D. rub lotion between the toes to prevent skin from breaking - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is a false statement regarding nail care? A. dry the resident's hands and feet after soaking B. report any breaks in the skin to the nurse C. soak hands and feet at a safe temperature D. rub lotion between the toes to prevent skin from breaking A. a denture cup filled with water - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is the appropriate container for storing dentures? A. a denture cup filled with water B. several wet paper towels C. a large jar filled with mouthwash D. in the drawer of the bedside table B. to restore function to as near as normal as possible - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following is at the center of rehabilitative care? A. to improve the resident's capabilities B. to restore function to as near as normal as possible C. to return the resident to better than normal functioning D. to prevent harm and injury B. create long-range goals with the resident - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following best describes restorative nursing? A. focus on doing things for the residents B. create long-range goals with the resident C. prevent deterioration when possible D. assist the resident to remember his/her limitations D. privacy is provided during the procedure - CORRECT ANSWER which statement about taking a rectal temperature is true? A. the electronic thermometers do not lubrication B. only mercury thermometers provide an accurate temperature C. the normal rectal temperature is 1 degree lower than an oral temperature D. privacy is provided during the procedure A. wrap your arms around the resident's waist - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following actions is false regarding the Heimlich maneuver? A. wrap your arms around the resident's waist B. make a fist with your hands C. place your thumb inside your hand D. ask the resident, "are you choking?" D. I can see this bothers you. I will convey your concerns to the nurse - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following statements by the NA best reflects appropriate communication? A. what can I do about your life situation? B. rest awhile and you will feel better in the morning C. I can't help you right now; I am busy D. I can see this bothers you. I will convey your concerns to the nurse B. remove the catheter at least once daily and report any problems - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following actions is used by the NA when caring for a resident with a condom catheter? A. pull the catheter onto the penis B. remove the catheter at least once daily and report any problems C. ensure that the catheter is well lubricated D. attach the drainage bag to the side rail A. alcohol - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following substances should be used to cleanse the drain on the urinary drainage bag after emptying it? A. alcohol B. soap and water C. air dry D. peroxide B. prevent trauma to the resident - CORRECT ANSWER why is an indwelling catheter taped or secured to the resident's bag? A. severe abdominal cramping B. prevent trauma to the resident C. to allow the resident to use the bathroom if needed D. to prevent leaking around the catheter D. putting the supplies down and cleaning up the spill immediately - CORRECT ANSWER the NA is walking down the hall with an armful of supplies and notices a small spill on the floor. which of the following is the correct action? A. walking by and saying nothing B. stopping at the nurse's station and telling whoever is there about the spill C. telling the first person you see to have housekeeping clean it up D. putting the supplies down and cleaning up the spill immediately B. emptying the collection bag - CORRECT ANSWER a resident you are assigned has an ostomy drainage bag that is scheduled to be changed. what is your first action? A. apply skin protector around the stoma B. emptying the collection bag C. cleanse around the stoma gently with soap and water D. reattach the clean bag to the apparatus around the stoma A. a person who represents a resident and investigates complaints - CORRECT ANSWER which of the following best defines what an ombudsman is? A. a person who represents a resident and investigates complaints B. a nurse representative who assures quality care C. a person appointed by the court to handle an estate D. a union representative [Show Less]
NC CNA Practice Exam 36 Questions with Verified Answers 2020 The nurse aide is using an electric shaver to shave a client when it begins to spark and sm... [Show More] oke. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take? - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Call the nurse in charge B.) Finish shaving the client as quickly as possible C.) Use the roommate's shaver to finish shaving the client D.) Unplug the shaver The answer is D, unplug the shaver. The nurse aide is caring for a client who has right-sided paralysis. The nurse aide SHOULD place the signaling device - CORRECT ANSWER A.) On the left side of the bed near the client's hand B.) On the right side of the bed near the client's hand C.) Under the pillow D.) At the foot of the bed The answer is A, on the left side of the bed near the client's hand The nurse aide is preparing to lift a client using proper body mechanics. The nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Keep both feet close together B.) Lift with abdominal muscles C.) Bend knees and keep back straight D.) Hold the object away from the body The answer is C, bend the knees and keep back straight The nurse aide is caring for a client who needs to be transferred. The nursing care plan states, "transfer with mechanical lift". However, the client is very agitated. To transfer the client, the nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Lift the client without the mechanical device B.) Place the client in the lift C.) Get assistance to move the client D.) Keep wheels unlocked so the lift can move with the client The answer is C, get assistance to move the client The nurse aide is assisting a client with eating. The client begins to choke and turn blue. The nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Immediately remove the client's food tray and go find the nurse in charge B.) Slap the client on the back until the food dislodges C.) Call for assistance and perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrust) D.) Give the client a drink of water The answer is C, call for assistance and perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrust) The nurse aide is providing evening care for a client with a full set of dentures. Proper procedure requires that the dentures be placed: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) In the client's bathroom on the sink B.) In tissue on the bedside stand C.) Under the client's pillow D.) In a denture cup with the client's name on it The answer is D, in a denture cup with the client's name on it What type of fire can be put out with water? - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Electrical B.) Grease C.) Paper D.) Chemical The answer is C, paper The nurse aide is responsible for all of the following fire prevention measures EXCEPT - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Taking cigarettes and matches away from all clients and visitors B.) Being aware of the locations of fire extinguishers C.) Reporting all damaged wiring and/or sockets in clients' room D.) Participating in fire drills The answer is A, taking cigarettes and matches away from all clients and visitors The nurse aide is preparing to help a client walk from the the bed to a chair. Which of the following SHOULD the nurse aide put on the client's feet? - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Socks or stockings only B.) Cloth-soled slippers C.) Rubber-soled slippers or shoes D.) Nothing The answer is C, rubber-soled slippers or shoes The nurse aide understands that the MOST important reason for using soap and water to clean the client's skin after elimination is to: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Keep the client happy B.) Prevent soiling of bed linen C.) Remove feces and urine from the skin D.) Keep the linen costs down The answer is C, remove feces and urine from the skin The nurse aide SHOULD refuse to perform a task if the: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Nurse aide has not been trained to do it B.) Client is difficult to deal with C.) Nurse aide can find someone else to do it D.) Nurse aide is at the end of the shift The answer is A, nurse aide has not been trained to do it Before helping a client into a bath or shower, the nurse aide should FIRST: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Check the temperature of the water B.) Shampoo the client's hair C.) Soak the client's feet D.) Apply lotion or oil to the client's skin The answer is A, check the temperature of the water When taking a client's radial pulse, the nurse aide's fingertips should be placed on the client's - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Chest B.) Wrist C.) Neck D.) Elbow The answer is B, wrist The nurse aide reports directly to the: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Nurse supervisor B.) Physician C.) Staff development nurse D.) Administrator The answer is A, nurse supervisor When communicating with the client's family, the nurse aide SHOULD: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Listen to concerns and offer support B.) Offer advice about the client's medical treatment C.) Get involved in family problems D.) Share the latest facility gossip The answer is A, listen to concerns and offer support The nurse aide is making an empty bed and notices that the side rail is broken. The nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Wait for the next safety check to report the broken side rail B.) Report the broken side rail immediately C.) Tie the side rail in the raised position until it is fixed D.) Warn the client to be careful when getting back into bed The answer is B, report the broken side rail immediately The nurse aide is caring for a client who becomes incontinent of urine right before dinner. The nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Take the client to the dinner table and clean up after dinner B.) Clean the client and take to dinner as soon as possible C.) Tell the client not to eat until the client has cleaned and changed self D.) Insist that the client eat dinner in the room The answer is B, clean the client and take to dinner as soon as possible The nurse aide notices that the client's radio cord is draped across a chair in order to reach the nearest outlet. The FIRST thing the nurse aide should do - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Tell the client the radio is a safety hazard and take it away B.) Unplug the radio and ask the client not to use it C.) See if any changes can be made so that the radio can be plugged in safely D.) Take the radio to the activities room and tell the client to listen to it in there The answer is C, see if any changes can be made so that the radio can be plugged in safely The nurse aide is walking with a client who is confined to a wheelchair when the facility fire alarm system is activated. The client becomes excited from the noise. The nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Push the wheelchair out of the hallway and carry the client out of the facility B.) Leave the client to search for help C.) Comfort the client while moving to a safe place D.) Lock the client's wheelchair and check the surrounding area for smoke The answer is C, comfort the client while moving to a safe place The nurse aide notices a client spill water on the floor in the hall. Another client is walking down the hall. The nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Call the nurse B.) Clean up the spill C.) Call housekeeping D.) Leave the spill The answer is B, clean up the spill For safety, when leaving a client alone in a room, the nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Keep the door tightly closed B.) Place signaling device within clients reach C.) Apply a restraint to the client D.) Leave the bed elevated in highest position The answer is B, place signaling device within clients reach The nurse aide understands that physical restraints may be used: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) To prevent client injury B.) When staff is short C.) At the family's request D.) At the roommate's request The answer is A, to prevent client injury The nurse aide is concerned about a client's care. Which of the following should the nurse aide speak to FIRST - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Another nurse aide B.) The nurse in charge C.) The Director of Nursing D.) The Administrator The answer is B, the nurse in charge The nurse aide is preparing to take a client's oral temperature. The nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Place the thermometer in the rectum B.) Place the thermometer under the arm C.) Place the thermometer under the tongue D.) Put lubricant on the thermometer The answer is C, place the thermometer under the tongue The nurse aide SHOULD understand that pressure ulcers can often be prevented if the client is: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Placed in a incontinence brief B.) Positioned with a pillow under the head C.) Dressed in loosely fitting clothing D.) Turned or repositioned every two hours The answer is D, turned or repositioned every two hours The nurse aide is caring for a client who needs assistance getting out of bed to sit in a wheelchair. Which of the following actions by the nurse aide would make this a safe procedure? - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Place the bed in the low position B.) Place a pillow on the wheelchair seat C.) Lower both footrest petals D.) Release the wheel brakes The answer is A, place the bed in the low position A visitor enters the room while the nurse aide is changing the client. How SHOULD the nurse aide respond? - CORRECT ANSWER A.) "Can't you knock?" B.) "Hi, come in" C.) "Boy, he was dirty today" D.) "Would you please wait in the lobby?" The answer is D, would you please wait in the lobby The client looks forward to playing Bingo each morning. The nurse aide SHOULD: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Tell the client that the nurse aide does not have time to get the client ready for Bingo B.) Plan the client's schedule so client is bathed and dressed in time for Bingo C.) Tell the client the nurse aide forgot about Bingo, but they will go the next day D.) Ask the client to bathe and dress self The answer is B, plan the client's schedule so client is bathed and dressed in time for Bingo The nurse aide is caring for a client who is confused and disoriented. The client starts begging to go home. Which of the following would be the BEST action for the nurse aide to take: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Tell the client "this is your home" B.) Take the client to the activity room C.) Ask the client to tell the nurse aide about his/her home D.) Tell the client "we will take you home later" The answer is C, ask the client to tell the nurse aide about his/her home The nurse aide is caring for a client who is alert and oriented. The client touches the nurse aide inappropriately. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take? - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Slap the client's hand B.) Step back and ask the client not to do it again C.) Refuse to care for the client D.) Warn the client that the behavior may be punished The answer is B, step back and ask the client not to do it again The nurse aide is caring for a client with Alzheimer's disease who wanders from room to room moving the belongings of other clients to different locations. The other clients, who are alert and oriented are angry their things have been moved. The nurse aide SHOULD: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Return the client to the clients room and close the door B.) Find missing articles and return them C.) Walk with the client to keep from wandering D.) Assure the other clients that the client with Alzheimer's disease will not harm them The answer is B, find missing articles and return them Which of the following is a restraint alternative? - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Lap buddy/tray B.) A sedative C.) Pain management D.) A hand mitt The answer is C, pain management The nurse aide can provide the client with a sense of security by: - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Rushing through care B.) Leaving the room without speaking C.) Explaining all routines and procedures D.) Talking to another nurse aide while providing care The answer is C, explaining all routines and procedures The nurse aide is caring for a client with a protective device (restraint). The nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Assess the client once every hour B.) Assure the protective device is tight C.) Check the client's body alignment D.) Release the protective device once a shift The answer is C, check the client's body alignment The nurse aide is caring for a client with an ostomy. What should the nurse aide do FIRST when changing the ostomy bag? - CORRECT ANSWER A.) Put on gloves B.) Wash hands C.) Explain procedure to client D.) Wash area around stoma The answer is C, explain procedure to client When giving a back rub to a client the nurse aide SHOULD - CORRECT ANSWER [Show Less]
CNA TMU Practice Test 1|39 Questions with Verified Answers When transferring a resident, be sure to - CORRECT ANSWER Provide safety at all times An i... [Show More] nfection acquired after the admission to the hospital is called - CORRECT ANSWER Nosocomial/ hospital squired infection medical asepsis is - CORRECT ANSWER The practice used to remove or destroy the spread of pathogens When performing patient care you must wash your hands ____ - CORRECT ANSWER Before and after patient care Universal precautions are used for - CORRECT ANSWER All people After drying your hands you should - CORRECT ANSWER Turn off the faucet with the paper towel and throw it away All microorganisms are destroyed, this process is called , - CORRECT ANSWER surgical asepsis Good body mechanics require using - CORRECT ANSWER a good base of support, good posture and using the largest and strongest muscles in the body To protect a persons skin when moving him/her up in bed, you would - CORRECT ANSWER use a draw sheet or lift sheet When the nurse instructs you to put Mrs. Jackson in a prone position, you position her so she is, - CORRECT ANSWER lying on her stomach with her head turned to the side You have just put Mr. Woo in bed with the head of the bed elevated to a semi-sitting position. This position is called - CORRECT ANSWER Fowlers The most common cause of noise in health care facilities is, - CORRECT ANSWER the talking and laughing in the hallways and nurses stations A person's call light should always be, - CORRECT ANSWER within reach You can reduce odors in a person s room in many ways but you cant, - CORRECT ANSWER practicing your own personal hygiene the following rules apply when making a bed EXCEPT, - CORRECT ANSWER bring more than enough linens in the room When making a bed - CORRECT ANSWER raise the bed to an appropriate level for good body mechanics Mr. dills sheets are damp, they must be changed - CORRECT ANSWER Right away Dirty linens can only be placed - CORRECT ANSWER In a linen bag or a hamper You are making an occupied bed. To remove the bottom linens, you should - CORRECT ANSWER Tuck the bottom linens under the resident You tell an unconscious person what you are going to do because - CORRECT ANSWER he/she still may be able to hear you For mouth care, the unconscious resident should be in - CORRECT ANSWER The side laying position When cleaning dentures, you should hold them, - CORRECT ANSWER over a basin of water lined with a towel You are giving a complete bed bath. Which area should be bathed last? - CORRECT ANSWER Peri-area Mr. Wood wants to have his face shaved. Before starting, you - CORRECT ANSWER Apply a warm wash cloth or face towel to the face for a few minutes The person just voided 400mL of cloudy yellow urine that has a strong smell and complaints of dysuria. What should you report? - CORRECT ANSWER Color, clarity, amount, odor and dysuria What is dysuria? - CORRECT ANSWER painful or difficult urination which of the following statements is true about how people experience pain? - CORRECT ANSWER A person's culture can affect response to pain. A charge nurse asks a nurse aide to perform a task that is not part of the nurse aide's scope of practice, what should the nurse aide do? - CORRECT ANSWER Refuse to perform the task & explain it i not within the nurse aide's role. After reporting the observation of a red area on the resident's hip, the nurse aide should expect that the... - CORRECT ANSWER resident will be positioned to avoid pressure on the area Before helping a resident to stand who has been lying in bed, the nurse aide needs to... - CORRECT ANSWER Allow time for the resident to adjust to sitting at the edge of the bed Areas of the body where the bone lies close to the skin... - CORRECT ANSWER pressure points A resident tells the nurse aide about being bored. The resident says, "My days seem to last forever." What should the nurse aide do? - CORRECT ANSWER As about activities the resident has enjoyed in the past Vital signs refer to... - CORRECT ANSWER Temp, pulse, respirations What should you do first in the case of a fire? - CORRECT ANSWER Remove Residents (R) Remove Resident (A) Alarm (C) Conceal fire (E) Extinguish How should the nurse aide respond when a resident tries to talk about the recent death of another resident? - CORRECT ANSWER Allow the resident to talk about the other resident's death The nurse aide is taking routine vital signs on a resident. The resident's temp is 101.4F. The most appropriate response by the nurse aide is to... - CORRECT ANSWER report the temp promptly While helping the resident get dressed, the nurse aide observes that the resident's breathing is faster. The resident says she feels tired. What should be the nurse aide's first response? - CORRECT ANSWER Stop the dressing and let the resident dress A nurse aide notices that a resident w/dementia is walking w/ a limp on the right foot. The nurse aide's first response should be to... - CORRECT ANSWER Remove the resident's shoe and inspect the foot. A resident has an indwelling urinary catheter. When the resident sits in a wheelchair, where should the nurse aide place the urinary bag? - CORRECT ANSWER Attached to the seat of the wheelchair, positioned below the resident's bladder. [Show Less]
CNA Practice Test 50 Questions with Verified Answers Which of the following is the most appropriate schedule for residents who are incontinent to rece... [Show More] ive perineal care? A. In the morning and at bedtime B. At the beginning and near the end of a shift C. Whenever the resident is soiled with urine or stool D. Every two hours when the nurse aide checks on the resident - CORRECT ANSWER C To help prevent burns to residents during meals, the nurse aide should A. place a clothing protector on the resident. B. wait to serve the food until hot food is cold. C. add ice to any hot liquids, such as coffee or soup. D. let residents know which foods and beverages are hot. - CORRECT ANSWER D A resident, who is usually alert and oriented, is having difficulty remembering where he is today. What should the nurse aide do first? A. Increase the resident's fluids since dehydration causes confusion. B. Consider that some memory loss is a normal part of aging. C. Ask where the resident believes he is. D. Report the change to the charge nurse. - CORRECT ANSWER D The purpose of a gait or transfer belt is to A. limit physical contact with ill residents who are transferred or walked. B. protect the nurse aide's back when walking or transferring a resident. C. help steady and support a resident when transferring or walking. D. allow residents to transfer or walk independently. - CORRECT ANSWER C Why is it important to check the feet of a resident with diabetes at least once a day? A. To look for sores on the feet the resident may not feel B. To check if vision problems have resulted in foot injuries C. To trim the toenails so they do not become long or jagged D. To make sure the resident does not get a foot fungus - CORRECT ANSWER A While performing range of motion exercises, the nurse aide notices that the resident's elbow is stiff and will not bend. The nurse aide should A. continue exercises but move onto another joint. B. continue since stiff joints are a normal part of aging. C. apply very gentle pressure to try to bend the elbow slightly. D. suggest the resident see a physical therapist for the elbow. - CORRECT ANSWER A A resident's hands shake when trying to drink liquids, causing the liquids to spill. What is the best response by the nurse aide? A. Thicken the liquid so it will not spill. B. Place a clothing protector on the resident. C. Seat the resident with other residents who also spill. D. Suggest that the resident might do well with a cup with a lid. - CORRECT ANSWER D The heart is an important muscle for which body system? A. Urinary B. Musculoskeletal C. Circulatory D. Digestive - CORRECT ANSWER C Which of the following statements is true about how people experience pain? A. Pain is usually worse in the morning. B. Residents with dementia do not feel pain. C. A person's culture can affect response to pain. D. Younger people handle pain better than older adults. - CORRECT ANSWER C While watching the residents in the dining room, a nurse aide notices that a resident is eating very little lunch. It is most important that the nurse aide A. check if the resident was snacking before the meal. B. ask if the resident would like something else to eat. C. remind the resident that dinner is several hours away. D. check when the resident last had a bowel movement. - CORRECT ANSWER B A nurse aide is walking a resident using a gait belt. The resident tells the nurse aide she feels dizzy. The nurse aide should A. hold the gait belt tighter and ask the resident to rest for a minute. B. suggest the resident lean on the nurse aide for more support. C. guide the resident over to the handrail and ask to hold. D. ease the resident to the floor if a chair is not available. - CORRECT ANSWER D Which member of the health care team counsels residents and their families and arranges for needed services? A. Dietitian B. Social worker C. Physical therapist D. Activities director - CORRECT ANSWER B A resident must have assistance to walk. When leaving the resident in the resident's room, what must the nurse aide do before leaving the room? A. Turn on the resident's television. B. Make sure the resident's bedpan is within reach. C. Place the call light where the resident can reach it. D. Say to the resident, "Remember that you need help to walk." - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident falls from her chair when she has a seizure. Before the nurse arrives, the seizure is finished and the nurse aide observes the resident is breathing. What should the nurse aide do next? A. Get the emergency cart B. Turn the resident onto her side C. Check if the resident is able to talk D. Help the resident back into the chair - CORRECT ANSWER B A resident who is wearing a hearing aid keeps asking the nurse aide to repeat information. Which of the following actions should the nurse aide dofirst? A. Speak loudly and directly into the hearing aid. B. Check that the hearing aid is in the correct ear. C. Ask when the hearing aid battery was replaced. D. Make sure the hearing aid is turned on. - CORRECT ANSWER D The use of a physical restraint helps A. control a resident's behavior. B. protect the resident from injury. C. make staff members' jobs easier. D. decrease how often staff need to check the resident. - CORRECT ANSWER B A resident with a feeding tube is scheduled for a shower. The resident's feeding tube is connected to a pump. Which of the following is the appropriate response by the nurse aide? A. Disconnect the feeding tube temporarily to give the shower B. Protect the pump with a plastic bag before bringing into the shower room. C. Ask the charge nurse for assistance with the feeding pump. D. Give the resident a bed bath since the resident has a feeding tube. - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident reports having a very large bowel movement two days ago. What should the nurse aide do first? A. Report this to the charge nurse. B. Ask if this is a normal pattern for the resident's body. C. Suggest the resident drink more water and increase foods with fiber. D. Check if the resident is getting a medication to help with bowel movements. - CORRECT ANSWER B While helping the resident to get dressed, the nurse aide observes that the resident's breathing is faster. The resident says she feels tired. What should be the nurse aide's first action? A. Dress the resident quickly. B. Check the resident's vital signs. C. Stop the dressing to let the resident rest. D. Go to find a nurse to check the residents - CORRECT ANSWER C While receiving personal care in bed, a resident begins to have a seizure. The nurse aide should A. hold the resident down to reduce injury. B. keep the airway open and prepare to do CPR. C. call the charge nurse and remain with the resident. D. place a tongue blade between the resident's teeth. - CORRECT ANSWER C A nurse aide enters a room to help the resident to the bathroom. A trash can in the room is on fire. What should the nurse aide do first? A. Use the resident's pitcher of water to put out the fire. B. Open the window to allow smoke to escape. C. Remove the resident from the room. D. Yell "Fire!" along with the location. - CORRECT ANSWER C What is the main purpose of a restorative care program? A. Ensure the resident can return home B. Provide meaningful activities for the resident C. Help the resident improve his/her level of functioning D. Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) - CORRECT ANSWER C A nurse aide who is new to the unit, observes two residents go into a room and close the door. The nurse aide suspects that the two residents are going to have sex. What should the nurse aide do? A. Check on the residents every few minutes. B. Report the residents' behavior to the charge nurse. C. Ask the nurse if the residents should be medicated. D. Tell the residents that sex is not allowed in the nursing home. - CORRECT ANSWER B A resident with an indwelling catheter says, "I need to urinate." Which of the following is the best response by the nurse aide? A. Check to see if the tubing is kinked and draining properly. B. Report to the charge nurse that the resident is very confused. C. Remind the resident this is impossible since a catheter is in place. D. Tell the resident to try to urinate since the urine will collect in the bag. - CORRECT ANSWER A It is most important for the nurse aide to check the temperature of the water before A. assisting the resident with mouth care. B. soaking the resident's feet for foot care. C. giving the resident a bed bath. D. washing hands. - CORRECT ANSWER C The nurse aide is taking routine vital signs on a resident. The resident's temperature is 101.4º Fahrenheit. The most appropriate response by the nurse aide is to A. place a cool, wet washcloth to the resident's forehead. B. cover the resident with extra blankets. C. record and report the change at the end of the shift. D. report the temperature promptly. - CORRECT ANSWER D Which of the following best describes how persons affected by Parkinson's disease typically walk? A. They tend to walk quickly. B. They tend to lean back when walking. C. They walk normally but with some shakiness. D. They shuffle their feet while taking small steps. - CORRECT ANSWER D How should the nurse aide respond when a resident tries to talk about the recent death of another resident? A. Explain that HIPAA laws forbid staff from discussing residents that died. B. Suggest the resident talk to other residents feeling the same loss. C. Try distracting the resident with a more cheerful subject. D. Allow the resident to talk about the resident who died. - CORRECT ANSWER A A resident has returned from the hospital after a hip replacement. The nurse aide should expect that the resident will be A. dependent and need total care. B. confined to bed for several weeks. C. going to physical therapy to increase mobility. D. receiving range of motion (ROM) exercises to hip. - CORRECT ANSWER C When caring for a resident who is comatose, the nurse aide is expected to A. provide mouth care once a day. B. avoid changing the resident's position. C. talk to the resident while providing care. D. keep the resident's room dark and quiet. - CORRECT ANSWER C The nurse aide can help the resident have regular bowel movements by A. making sure the resident gets a lot of rest. B. providing a routine time for the resident to toilet. C. giving the resident cereal for breakfast every morning. D. keeping a bedpan within reach while the resident is in bed. - CORRECT ANSWER B A resident with dementia tries to get out of bed without help during the night. The care plan states the resident needs assistance to get out of bed. What should the nurse aide do first? A. Orient the resident to person, place and time. B. Review how to use the call light with the resident. C. Tell the resident to never get out of bed without help. D. Try to find out if there is something the resident needs. - CORRECT ANSWER D The goal when removing gloves that are soiled is to A. remove quickly since there is a risk of exposure to germs. B. dispose of the gloves in a biohazard-safe trash can. C. avoid contact with the outside of the gloves. D. keep germs in the trash can area. - CORRECT ANSWER C The normal appearance of urine is A. clear. B. cloudy. C. dark yellow. D. strong smelling. - CORRECT ANSWER A The nurse aide receives resident assignments from the charge nurse at the beginning of the shift. When planning priorities it will be most important for the nurse aide to A. decide break times with other nurse aides. B. review assignments with others to check if residents are divided evenly. C. check all assigned residents to see if anyone has immediate needs. D. check what the activity department has scheduled for residents during the shift. - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident is being showered while sitting in a showerchair. The resident says, ""I feel weak. I think I am going to faint." The nurse aide's immediate concerns are calling for help and A. making sure the water temperature is proper. B. getting the resident back to her room right away. C. finishing the shower quickly by washing only soiled areas. D. keeping the resident safe and comfortable. - CORRECT ANSWER D What should a nurse aide do with a used disposable razor? A. Throw the razor away in a trash can. B. Place the razor in a sharps container immediately. C. Clean, rinse, and dry the razor so it can be used again. D. Wrap the razor in a paper towel until it can be thrown away. - CORRECT ANSWER B Which statement is true about the effects of aging? A. The aging process can be reversed with good health care. B. Bladder incontinence is a normal part of aging. C. Joints tend to be less flexible as a person ages. D. Sensitivity to pain increases with age. - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident is admitted to the nursing home for rehabilitation after a stroke. The plan is for the resident to stay only a short time, before returning home. Which of the following shows the best support of the resident's needs? A. Provide total care for the resident. B. Set high standards for the resident's achievements. C. Help the resident focus on even small accomplishments. D. Remind the resident that she will be happier when she is home. - CORRECT ANSWER C To help prevent residents who are confused from accidentally leaving the nursing home, the nursing home may A. block exit doors. B. restrain residents. C. place large stop signs on doors. D. keep confused residents in their rooms. - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident is scheduled for a morning shower but is refusing to take one. The best response by the nurse aide is to A. explain that the shower is required to keep clean and healthy. B. try to motivate the resident by collecting clothing and supplies. C. ask if the resident has another preference for bathing today. D. remind the resident, "You do have the right to refuse care." - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident says she is 5 feet 6 inches tall. When the nurse aide measures the resident's height, the resident is 5 feet 4 inches. What should the nurse aide do? A. Record the resident's height as 5 feet 4 inches. B. Record the resident's height as 5 feet 6 inches. C. Explain that older people shrink with aging. D. Measure the resident again. - CORRECT ANSWER D A nurse aide is giving a resident a bed bath. Which of the following should the nurse aide do during the bed bath? A. Keep the bed in the lowest position throughout bathing. B. Keep the resident's body covered during the bath. C. Open the window for fresh air during the bath. D. Add a lot of soap to the water in the basin. - CORRECT ANSWER B A resident whose husband died a few years ago, says, "I have got to get dinner started. My husband will be home from work soon." What is the best way for the nurse aide to respond? A. Offer to walk with the resident to the activity department's kitchen. B. Remind the resident that the nursing home prepares her meals. C. Ask the resident about her husband's favorite dinners. D. Explain gently that the resident's husband is dead. - CORRECT ANSWER C A resident is restrained. What observation should the nurse aide report to the nurse immediately? A. The resident states, "I do not like this thing." B. The resident's position needs to be adjusted. C. The resident has suddenly become very agitated. D. The restraint was removed according to the care plan schedule. - CORRECT ANSWER C When a person is receiving end-of-life care, the resident's care plan is likely to include A. ways to best provide for the comfort of the resident. B. exercises to help improve the resident's strength. C. frequent observation to help prevent confusion. D. instructions for providing post-mortem care. - CORRECT ANSWER A A resident usually responds verbally to the nurse aide's greetings, but this morning the resident seems to be having trouble waking up. The resident is not talking but is breathing and warm. The nurse aide's next action should be to A. try to wake the resident again in a few more minutes. B. speak louder to make sure the resident can hear. C. wipe the resident's face with a cool washcloth. D. call for the charge nurse immediately. - CORRECT ANSWER D When a resident wears a restraint, the nurse aide must make sure the A. resident is wearing an incontinent brief. B. resident is checked once every two hours. C. restraint is applied following the manufacturer's instructions. D. restraint is applied tightly and placed under the resident's clothing. - CORRECT ANSWER C While feeding a resident, the nurse aide notices that the resident is coughing a lot after each drink of fluid. What is the appropriate response by the nurse aide? A. Allow the resident more time to swallow. B. Use a straw when giving the resident fluids. C. Add a thickening product to the resident's fluids. D. Stop feeding and ask a nurse to check the resident. - CORRECT ANSWER D A nurse aide is assisting a resident at mealtime. The resident grabs his throat and cannot speak. What should the nurse aide do first? A. Try to get the resident to take a few sips of water through a straw. B. Reach around from behind the resident to provide abdominal thrusts. C. Pat the resident's back and then reach in his mouth to remove the blockage. D. Ask the resident to take a deep breath and cough. - CORRECT ANSWER B [Show Less]
CNA Practice Test 5|40 Questions with Verified Answers All of the following are potential negative effects of restraint use EXPECT: A. increased bloo... [Show More] d circulation B. pressure sores C. loss of self-esteem D. death - CORRECT ANSWER A. increased blood circulation All of the following information should be included in an incident report EXCEPT: A. signs and symptoms observed by CNA B. actions taken C. the time and date the incident occurred D. what the CNA thinks may have happened - CORRECT ANSWER D. what the CNA thinks may have happened The call light must always be kept: A. within the resident's reach B. near the door C. on the bedside stand D. on the over bed table - CORRECT ANSWER A. within the resident's reach Aspiration is: A. a crust that appears on the lips of people who are unconscious B. a cause of unconsciousness C. inhalation of food or drinks into lungs D. a substance that forms on teeth - CORRECT ANSWER C. inhalation of food or drinks into lungs Serve sub-normal body temperature is called: A. circadian rhythm B. hypothalamus C. hypothermia D. fever - CORRECT ANSWER C. hypothermia Signs and symptoms of a fever include all of the following EXPECT: A. pale skin B. headache C. fatigue D. chills - CORRECT ANSWER A. pale skin Signs of dysphagia include all of the following EXPECT: A. eating very rapidly B. avoidance of eating C. swallowing several times when eating a single bite D. coughing during or after meals - CORRECT ANSWER A. eating very rapidly Dementia is: A. the ability to think clearly and logically B. a normal change of aging in the brain C. a serious loss of mental abilities that interferes with normal functioning D. an increase in cognitive ability - CORRECT ANSWER C. a serious loss of mental abilities that interferes with normal functioning Walking aids include all of the following EXCEPT: A. wheelchair B. cane C. walker D. crutches - CORRECT ANSWER A. wheelchair The knowledge of right and wrong are: A. ethics B. civil laws C. etiquette D. criminal laws - CORRECT ANSWER A. ethics Why was the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) passed in 1987? A. as a response to reports of poor care and abuse in long-term care facilities B. because of complaints of uncooperative residents by nursing assistants C. to control cost in long-term care facilities D. because most long-term care facilities employed too many untrained nursing assistants - CORRECT ANSWER A. as a response to reports of poor care and abuse in long-term care facilities An example of financial abuse is: A. a CNA loudly announces in the hallway that a resident has "wet his bed again" B. a CNA makes fun of a resident's religion C. a CNA sells crafts that a resident has made for profit and keeps the money D. a CNA hits a resident - CORRECT ANSWER C. a CNA sells crafts that a resident has made for profit and keeps the money Why was the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPAA) created? A. to protect the privacy of health information B. to reduce instances of abuse in facilities C. to address infection prevention issues D. to ensure adequate training for nursing assistants - CORRECT ANSWER A. to protect the privacy of health information Liability is a legal term that means: A. the line of authority in a facility B. ignoring a resident's call light' C. someone can be held responsible for harming someone else D. a task that a person was not trained for - CORRECT ANSWER C. someone can be held responsible for harming someone else Why is it important not to do tasks that are not assigned to you? A. you may be assigned more work if you perform additional tasks B. you may put yourself or someone else in danger C. you may need to pay for additional training D. you may have to starts arriving at work earlier - CORRECT ANSWER B. you may put yourself or someone else in danger The goal of the nursing process is: A. to train the care team staff B. to protect the facility from liability C. to keep resident information confidential D. to meet the resident's nursing needs - CORRECT ANSWER D. to meet the resident's nursing needs An ombudsman is assigned by law as the ___________ advocate for the resident A. litigious B. liable C. lawyer D. legal - CORRECT ANSWER D. legal Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication? A. asking for a glass of water B. pointing to a glass of water C. screaming for a glass of water D. saying you do not like water - CORRECT ANSWER B. pointing to a glass of water An incident is: A. an accident or unexpected event in the course of care B. any interaction between residents and staff C. a normal part of facility routine D. an event in a resident's day - CORRECT ANSWER A. an accident or unexpected event in the course of care Which of the following is true of a resident's medical chart? A. a medical chart is legal record of a resident's care B. all care does not need to be documented C. documentation can be put off until the CNA has time to do it D. medical charts only contain the resident's name, address and date of birth - CORRECT ANSWER A. a medical chart is legal record of a resident's care The large amount of time that a nursing assistant spends with residents will allow him to: A. diagnose resident illnesses B. determine treatment indicated C. notice and make observations about the residents that other care team members may not notice D. give medications to residents - CORRECT ANSWER C. notice and make observations about the residents that other care team members may not notice Which of the following should be reported to the charge nurse immediately? A. resident having difficulty sleeping B. resident fall C. resident visitors D. resident request for assistance toileting - CORRECT ANSWER B. resident fall When is it acceptable to ignore a call light? A. when you have just left a resident's light B. when you are too busy C. when the resident is not assigned to you D. never - CORRECT ANSWER D. never You come in contact with microorganisms: A. in public areas of the facility B. during direct contact with residents C. during personal care procedures D. every time you touch something - CORRECT ANSWER D. every time you touch something Tuberculosis (TB) may be transmitted by: A. coughing B. dancing C. wearing gloves D. eating - CORRECT ANSWER A. coughing The immune system protects the body from: A. low blood sugar B. disease and infection C. falling and loss of balance D. stunted growth and loss of fluid - CORRECT ANSWER B. disease and infection Which is not a risk for accidents? A. poor eyesight B. hearing impairment C. memory problems D. oriented to person, place, and time - CORRECT ANSWER D. oriented to person, place, and time A paraplegic is paralyzed: A. from the waist down B. from the neck down C. on the right side of the body D. on the left side of the body - CORRECT ANSWER A. from the waist down The following can occur because of restraints. Which is the most serious? A. fractures B. strangulation C. pressure ulcers D. urinary tract infection - CORRECT ANSWER B. strangulation You gave a resident the wrong treatment, which is true? A. the error is reported to the nurse at the end of the shift B. action is taken only if the resident was injured C. you will be found guilty of negligence D. you must notify your charge nurse immediately and complete an incident report - CORRECT ANSWER D. you must notify your charge nurse immediately and complete an incident report You will have on sterile gloves. You can touch: A. anything on the sterile field B. anything on your work surface C. anything below your waist D. any part of your uniform - CORRECT ANSWER A. anything on the sterile field While brushing a resident's teeth you note the following, which do you report to the nurse? A. bleeding, swelling, or redness of the gums B. irritations, sores, or white patches in the mouth and on the tongue C. lips are dry, cracked, swollen, and blistered D. all of the above - CORRECT ANSWER D. all of the above Soap does all of the following EXCEPT: A. remove dirt and dead skin B. remove pigment c. remove skin ail and perspiration D. drying the skin out - CORRECT ANSWER B. remove pigment A chemical restraint is: A. medication used to control behavior B. medication used to treat disease C. a medical procedure D. a restraint on the resident's wrists - CORRECT ANSWER A. medication used to control behavior A draw sheet is used to: A. make resident's more comfortable B. help residents sleep more easily C. reposition residents without causing skin shearing D. prevent incontinence - CORRECT ANSWER C. reposition residents without causing skin shearing If a resident starts to fall, the best thing to do is: A. widen your stance, bend your knees, and lower the resident to the floor B. catch the resident under the arms to stop the fall C. move away and allow the resident to fall on her own D. let the resident fall on top of you to break the fall - CORRECT ANSWER A. widen your stance, bend your knees, and lower the resident to the floor Ambulation is another word for: A. walking B. movement in a wheelchair C. riding in an ambulance D. log rolling - CORRECT ANSWER A. walking A bed made up with clean sheets and bedspread in place is referred to as: A. open bed B. stretcher bed C. closed bed D. completed bed - CORRECT ANSWER C. closed bed Soiled bed linens should be placed in the hamper: A. in the hallway B. in another resident's room, where coworker is changing sheets C. in the room you are changing sheets D. in hamper by nurses station - CORRECT ANSWER C. in the room you are changing sheets Why should bed linens be carried away from you body? A. to prevent contamination of your clothes to keep the linens neat B. to avoid missing up the lines of different residents C. for good body alignment D. to keep the linens neat - CORRECT ANSWER A. to prevent contamination of your clothes to keep the linens neat [Show Less]
CNA Practice Test 2 (Headmaster-Minnesota) 70 Questions with Verified Answers To avoid injury, you should: a. avoid reaching b. use proper body me... [Show More] chanics c. let resident know what you are going to do d. all of the above - CORRECT ANSWER d. all of the above Be sure you know the facility's emergency procedures by: a. understanding fire and evacuation procedures b. knowing the location of all exits c. knowing where the fire extinguisher and alarms are d. all of the above - CORRECT ANSWER d. all of the above When you are communicating with residents, you need to remember to: a. look away when they make direct eye contact b. speak rapidly and loudly c. face the resident and make eye contact d. finish all their sentences for them - CORRECT ANSWER c. face the resident and make eye contact You can help stop the spread of infection in a facility by: a. following infection control guidelines b. recognizing that infection control is everyone's responsibility c. understanding what causes infections and how they are spread d. all of the above - CORRECT ANSWER d. all of the above Wear gloves whenever: a. your hands are dirty b. your hands are cold c. you may be exposed to a cold d. you are in contact with body fluids - CORRECT ANSWER d. you are in contact with body fluids Many back injuries that are common to nursing assistants can be prevented by: a. wearing a back brace b. proper body mechanics c. bending from the waist d. keeping the knees locked - CORRECT ANSWER b. proper body mechanics When doing a transfer you should never pull up on the resident's arms because: a. you could get in her space b. you could dislocate her shoulders c. she might be unable to see behind you d. she might be ticklish - CORRECT ANSWER b. you could dislocate her shoulders Your personal hygiene and grooming are considered: a. not too important b. very important c. difficult to maintain d. not important to residents - CORRECT ANSWER b. very important When doing perineal care, you should clean: a. from front to back b. from back to front c. back and forth several times d. whichever way is easiest - CORRECT ANSWER a. from front to back Before transferring a resident from her bed to a wheelchair you should: a. position the wheelchair away from the bed b. lower the foot rests c. lock the wheelchair brakes d. be sure she has a restraint in place - CORRECT ANSWER c. lock the wheelchair brakes When working with a dying resident, nursing assistants should: a. talk with the resident about the dying process b. be there to listen and comfort the resident c. say "I understand how you feel" d. leave the dying resident alone - CORRECT ANSWER b. be there to listen and comfort the resident The basic nutrients include all except: a. fats b. carbohydrates c. chemicals d. proteins - CORRECT ANSWER c. chemicals The first thing you should do if a person has a seizure is: a. leave the room to find help b. hold the person's hand c. restrain the person d. protect the person from injury - CORRECT ANSWER d. protect the person from injury All the following are kinds of blood vessels except: a. calculi b. arteries c. veins d. capillaries - CORRECT ANSWER a. calculi If you feel something is wrong with one of the residents, you should: a. call the family b. tell your charge nurse c. see if a co-worker noticed it d. do nothing until you know what the problem is - CORRECT ANSWER b. tell your charge nurse Mrs. Jackson is an insulin dependent diabetic. She has not eaten any of her breakfast. As a nursing assistant you should: a. ignore it - it is OK if she was not hungry b. force her to eat c. report the information d. throw the food away - CORRECT ANSWER c. report the information Constipation is mostly likely caused by: a. too much activity b. high fiber diet c. excessive fluid intake d. medications - CORRECT ANSWER d. medications When caring for an insulin dependent diabetic, you would report all of the listed signs and symptoms EXCEPT: a. euphoria b. dizziness c. sweating d. drowsiness - CORRECT ANSWER a. euphoria Sense organs carry messages about all of the following EXCEPT: a. incontinence b. taste c. pain d. smell - CORRECT ANSWER a. incontinence To be an effective care giver for residents with memory loss, you should include all EXCEPT: a. give them many choices at once, so they will at least remember one of the choices b. answer all questions about time, place, and recent events no matter how many times the resident has asked you c. give simple, one step instructions d. be calm, understanding, and always treat them with respect - CORRECT ANSWER a. give them many choices at once, so they will at least remember one of the choices Which of the following is NOT a feeling that family members have about someone suffering from dementia: a. hope b. anger c. frustration d. despair - CORRECT ANSWER a. hope When caring for a resident with a tracheostomy, which of the following should you report immediately: a. resident needs suctioning b. resident is having breathing difficulties c. the trachea tube came out d. all of the above - CORRECT ANSWER d. all of the above The most important information you should list on your resume is: a. your religion preference b. the number of children you have c. your educational background d. your political party affiliation - CORRECT ANSWER c. your educational background The person that spends more time with the resident than any other member of the healthcare team is the: a. doctor b. nursing assistant c. licensed staff d. floor administrator - CORRECT ANSWER b. nursing assistant The state survey team enters your building for a survey. You should: a. ignore them b. do your job as you were taught c. stay in the utility room d. complain to them about any problems you are having with your job - CORRECT ANSWER b. do your job as you were taught The most critical characteristic needed to be a good nursing assistant is: a. to have a negative attitude b. to have a positive attitude c. to be lethargic d. to feel comfortable eating with the residents - CORRECT ANSWER b. to have a positive attitude As a nursing assistant, you can comfort a lonely resident by: a. showing them that you care b. leaving them alone most of the time c. avoiding eye contact when you can d. bringing them small inexpensive gifts - CORRECT ANSWER a. showing them that you care When getting Mrs. Thompson up, you ask her which outfit she would like to wear. You are following her right to: a. privacy b. choose c. freedom from abuse d. confidentiality - CORRECT ANSWER b. choose When collecting a stool specimen, the sample should be transferred from the bedpan to the specimen container using: a. forceps b. a tongue depressor c. a specimen lid d. a specimen spoon - CORRECT ANSWER b. a tongue depressor When caring for residents with dementia, it is important to remember that: a. they have the same needs as everyone else b. you can ignore them because they aren't aware c. they really don't need much love because they can't respond to it d. you don't need to explain things because they can't understand instructions - CORRECT ANSWER a. they have the same needs as everyone else Some reasons a person may wander and pace include all BUT: a. they are looking for loved ones or security b. this is how they handle stress c. they want to cause more work for the staff d. they are looking for their home - CORRECT ANSWER c. they want to cause more work for the staff According to the Resident Bill of Rights, all of the following are true EXCEPT: a. having the right to manage their own affairs b. having the right to choose an attending physician c. having the right to file a grievance with the proper authorities d. having the right not to pay their bill - CORRECT ANSWER d. having the right not to pay their bill The nursing assistant should wear a gown for PPE when: a. entering or leaving a resident's room b. touching or handling surfaces close to the resident c. suspects that the resident has an infection or open wound d. coming into contact with blood or body fluids is likely - CORRECT ANSWER d. coming into contact with blood or body fluids is likely When transporting waste items that are contaminated by blood, body fluids, secretions, or excretion, the items should be transported in a bag labeled with: a. a resident's name b. a red sticker c. the word "waste" d. a biohazard symbol - CORRECT ANSWER d. a biohazard symbol Being able to care for oneself is called: a. orientation b. independence c. positioning d. holistic care - CORRECT ANSWER b. independence When washing your hands, you should: a. wash hands for 20 seconds and turn the sink off with clean hands b. wash hands for 15 seconds and turn sink off with clean, dry paper towel c. wash hands for at least 15 seconds and turn sink off with clean hands d. wash hands for at least 20 seconds and turn sink off with clean, dry paper towel - CORRECT ANSWER d. wash hands for at least 20 seconds and turn sink off with clean, dry paper towel You should wipe the ear pieces and diaphragm of the stethoscope before and: a. during your shift b. during use with each resident c. after use with each resident d. after your shift - CORRECT ANSWER c. after use with each resident During your resident's shower, you noticed that one of your gloves has become torn and you have been exposed to bodily fluids. Your best steps are: a. remove gloves, dispose of gloves, perform hand hygiene, replace gloves, continue with shower b. remove gloves, replace gloves, continue with shower c. call for help, remove gloves, perform hand hygiene, replace gloves, continue with shower d. call for help, perform hand hygiene, replace gloves, continue with shower - CORRECT ANSWER c. call for help, remove gloves, perform hand hygiene, replace gloves, continue with shower Julia plans to reposition Mrs. Smith in bed without changing the alignment of her head, back and legs. Julia realizes this procedure is known as: a. pivoting b. logrolling c. turning away from d. trochanter roll - CORRECT ANSWER b. logrolling While performing post-mortem care on Mr. Smith, he produced a sound from his mouth while being repositioned. The nurse aide realizes this is: a. normal, he was resuscitated successfully, regaining his life b. normal, moving Mr. Smith's body can expel air resulting in the production of sound c. not normal, deceased persons should never be able to make noise d. not normal, this only occurs in extreme circumstances and should be reported immediately - CORRECT ANSWER b. normal, moving Mr. Smith's body can expel air resulting in the production of sound An elevated temperature may be a sign of: a. cancer b. diabetes c. choking d. an infection - CORRECT ANSWER d. an infection To reduce swelling in an injured ankle, the CNA might be asked to: a. apply a warm compress b. hold pressure on the area c. apply a tourniquet d. apply a cold compress - CORRECT ANSWER d. apply a cold compress When using the tympanic thermometer for obtaining a temperature, the nursing assistant should pull the ear lobe _______________________ prior to inserting probe into ear canal. a. down and back b. down and forward c. up and forward d. up and back - CORRECT ANSWER d. up and back The resident should be in the _____________________________ position while receiving tube feedings. a. left side-lying b. supine c. semi-fowlers d. lateral - CORRECT ANSWER c. semi-fowlers Personal protective equipment worn when body fluids might spatter onto clothing would include: a. mask b. gown c. hairnet d. shoe covers - CORRECT ANSWER b. gown You are walking down the hall and you noticed a spill of body fluids on the floor. Your immediate actions are: a. don gloves, follow facility policy on cleaning up spills, dispose in designated container and disinfect the spill area b. guard the area, call housekeeping, follow facility policy on cleaning up spills and disinfect the spill area c. don gloves, call housekeeping, disinfect the spill area and wash hands d. guard area, don gloves, disinfect the spill area and dispose in designated co - CORRECT ANSWER a. don gloves, follow facility policy on cleaning up spills, dispose in designated container and disinfect the spill area A mask would always be used for: a. contact precautions b. nosocomial precautions c. droplet precautions d. ventilation precautions - CORRECT ANSWER c. droplet precautions A nurse aide was accused of using a resident's credit card to purchase groceries for herself. This would be reported immediately as: a. sexual abuse b. emotional or mental abuse c. physical abuse d. financial exploitation or misappropriation - CORRECT ANSWER d. financial exploitation or misappropriation A task that offers an opportunity to ensure a resident's dignity is providing: a. water or beverage b. good grooming c. conversation d. repositioning - CORRECT ANSWER b. good grooming Bed Rails: a. are not considered a medical device b. are always used for residents at risk for falling out of bed c. place a resident at risk for strangulation d. are used for staff convenience - CORRECT ANSWER c. place a resident at risk for strangulation The ombudsman: a. enforces the regulations for all the care provided in the nursing home b. approves the payment source for care for the resident c. transfers residents from one nursing home to another d. is a person required by law to investigate complaints by residents - CORRECT ANSWER d. is a person required by law to investigate complaints by residents Signs and symptoms of depression in older adults include: a. increase in endurance and activity level b. participation in more social activities and family events c. feelings of hopelessness and thoughts of death d. increase in sexual interest and participation - CORRECT ANSWER c. feelings of hopelessness and thoughts of death A resident was diagnosed with an ischemic stroke. You notice she has trouble swallowing her food and is coughing and choking while she is attempting to eat. The nursing assistant recognizes this may be: a. dysarthria b. dysrhythmia c. dyspnea d. dysphagia - CORRECT ANSWER d. dysphagia Providing quality care and ensuring quality of life begins with: a. a good pre-admission screening by the interdisciplinary team b. the resident's first contact with staff and environment c. sticking to the resident welcome handbook and contract d. the resident's expectations for perfection - CORRECT ANSWER b. the resident's first contact with staff and environment Mr. Thomas is on restricted fluids. He can have 1200 ml per day. For breakfast she drank 120 ml of coffee, 90 ml of juice, he had an 8 oz glass of water at around 10 am. For lunch he consumed and 8 oz glass of apple juice and another cup of 120 ml coffee. The amount of fluid he has left to consume for the day is: a. 346 b. 390 c. 810 d. 854 - CORRECT ANSWER b. 390 Mr. Jones needs his blood pressure taken 1 1/2 hours after his medication. The nurse gave the medication at 930 am. You would take his blood pressure at: a. 1000 am b. 1030 am c. 1100 am d. 1130 am - CORRECT ANSWER c. 1100 am Back massages: a. should be performed on every resident as part of routine care b. can be performed even if its not on the care plan and no consent is required by the resident c. should be performed while the resident is in prone position and under the direction of the nurse/care plan d. require lotion - CORRECT ANSWER c. should be performed while the resident is in prone position and under the direction of the nurse/care plan If the confused resident is resisting care, your best approach is to: a. provide a detailed explanation about why you need to provide care b. point out why the resident should allow you to continue c. avoid pushing the resident to allow the care d. contact the family to talk to the resident - CORRECT ANSWER c. avoid pushing the resident to allow the care During respirations, inhalation refers to: a. breathing air into lungs b. breathing air out of the lungs c. carbon dioxide leaving the lungs d. chest falls - CORRECT ANSWER a. breathing air into lungs Strategies to prevent pressure injury for a immobile resident include: a. keeping head up at least 30 degrees and adding linen underneath the resident b. re-positioning every 1 to 2 hours to prevent friction/shearing c. massage bony prominence and lightly apply powder on the sheets d. using wedges for repositioning and remind resident to call when ready to be moved - CORRECT ANSWER b. re-positioning every 1 to 2 hours to prevent friction/shearing During active range-of-motion (AROM) the resident moves: a. no limbs with or without assistance b. one limb with limited assistance c. all limbs freely, with no assistance d. limbs with assistance - CORRECT ANSWER c. all limbs freely, with no assistance When feeding a visually impaired resident you should: a. explain the position of their food items using an imaginary clock b. provide the resident with one food item at a time c. assist with feeding the resident only in their room d. ask the family to come in and assist the resident with feeding - CORRECT ANSWER a. explain the position of their food items using an imaginary clock The care plan is a document that: a. the nurse uses to chart care that was given to the resident b. the CNA uses to chart the resident's vital signs c. lists approaches the team will use to care for the resident d. is used to chart accident incidences - CORRECT ANSWER c. lists approaches the team will use to care for the resident The most serious complication of restraints is: a. depression b. anger c. agitation d. strangulation - CORRECT ANSWER d. strangulation When experiencing a conflict with your coworker, you should: a. immediately address it with the coworker so it does not fester b. discuss it with your supervisor in a private location to request advice c. ask the resident to make a decision that will resolve the conflict d. report your coworker to the board of nursing - CORRECT ANSWER b. discuss it with your supervisor in a private location to request advice Demonstrating good listening skills involves: a. repeating what you heard the resident say when she has finished speaking b. asking the resident questions whenever they pause in conversation c. standing in an attentive manner as close as possible to the resident d. setting your 'internal' timer and ending the conversation when the timer goes off - CORRECT ANSWER a. repeating what you heard the resident say when she has finished speaking Physical changes in aging that affect the nervous system include: a. increased sensitivity of nerve receptors in the skin (heat, cold, pain, pressure) b. decreased blood flow to the brain, which may result in mental confusion and memory loss c. an increase in more relaxed sleep patterns resulting in better sleep throughout the night d. improved balance and coordination with a significant decline in falls - CORRECT ANSWER b. decreased blood flow to the brain, which may result in mental confusion and memory loss Restorative care can be defined as: a. improving verbal communication skills b. maintaining the highest level of function c. preserving well being and self awareness d. maintaining safety including fall prevention - CORRECT ANSWER b. maintaining the highest level of function Changes in the integumentary system as a person ages may include: a. dry skin, wrinkling, graying hair b. stiff joints, brittle bones, loss of strength c. constipation, poor absorption of nutrients d. frequent urination, dehydration - CORRECT ANSWER a. dry skin, wrinkling, graying hair The goal of restorative nursing is to: a. prepare the resident's to transition to another facility b. prevent further disability c. rehab the resident enough to return home d. postpone the resident's progress - CORRECT ANSWER b. prevent further disability [Show Less]
CNA practice exam 8|35 Questions with Verified Answers 1. While providing oral care, a CNA notices a fruity odor in an elderly patient's mouth. What s... [Show More] hould the CNA do? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Report the fruity odor to the nurse. B. Skip the oral care because the patient will need a sputum specimen. C. Tell the patient to use mouthwash. D. Do nothing. A The fruity mouth odor is not normal and could be a sign of high blood sugar. Therefore, this should be reported to the nurse immediately. 2. A resident who had a stroke a few years ago needs help getting dressed. The resident chooses to wear a long-sleeved shirt with buttons. How should you help the resident? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Put the shirt on the resident; do not allow him to help. B. Choose a different shirt that is easier for him to put on. C. Ask another CNA to help you; it is difficult to help the patient by yourself as he has weakness on one side. D. Help him put on the shirt he chose, providing as much help as he needs. D It is important for residents to feel as independent as possible. It is best to help the resident put on the chosen shirt and allow him to do what he can to get dressed. Choosing another shirt, asking another CNA for help, or not allowing the resident to help dress himself will make him feel too dependent on others and could affect his self-esteem. 3. Which of the following foods would be best for a patient with diarrhea? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Fried chicken, tomatoes, and tea B. Bananas, applesauce, and gelatin C. Applesauce, coffee, and lettuce D. Bananas, bran flakes, and orange juice B For patients with diarrhea, the nurse should temporarily limit the consumption of solid foods and provide clear liquids until the number and consistency of stools improve. CNAs can help patients avoid fried foods, highly-seasoned foods, or foods high in fiber. 4. Which of the following best defines constipation? - CORRECT ANSWER A. A condition in which the stool becomes hard and dry and requires straining for elimination B. A condition in which there is a daily bowel movement of a small amount C. A condition in which the stool is moist and soft and requires a laxative for elimination D. A condition in which the individual is unable to have a bowel movement for a day A Constipation is a condition in which the stool becomes hard and dry and requires straining for elimination. The frequency of stool passage is not always a factor. Some people may be constipated and still have daily bowel movements. 5. How much sleep do older adults typically require? - CORRECT ANSWER A. 8 to 9 hours B. 12 to 14 hours C. 5 to 7 hours D. 10 to 12 hours C Older adults generally need less sleep than younger people, requiring only about 5 to 7 hours of sleep within a 24-hour period. Infants 4 weeks to 1-year-old require 12 to 14 hours of sleep, and adolescents ages 12 to 18 years require 8 to 9 hours of sleep. 6. What is the first thing a CNA must do before transferring a resident from a bed to a wheelchair? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Ensure that the environment is safe. B. Ask the patient to place his feet on the floor. C. Make sure that the wheels on both the bed and wheelchair are locked. D. Have the patient sit up in bed to get ready to move. C Before transferring a resident, the CNA must ensure that the wheels on the bed and wheelchair are locked. This is a basic safety measure designed to reduce falls. Once the wheels on the bed and wheelchair are locked, the CNA can help the resident sit up, let his legs dangle for a moment, and then help the patient stand and move to the wheelchair. 7. Which is an example of neglect? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Not giving a patient solid food when she is on a liquid diet. B. Letting a patient sit in soiled briefs for an entire shift. C. Using restraints under doctor's orders. D. All of the above B Patients who are incontinent should be changed at least every two hours. Letting a patient sit in soiled briefs for an eight-hour shift is neglect. 8. Which of the following is the most important step a CNA can take to prevent a resident from falling out of bed? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Keeping the bed low to the floor B. Regular monitoring C. Padded briefs D. Mats on the floor B Regular and frequent monitoring is an effective prevention method for patients at risk of falling out of bed. Mats on the floor, a low bed, and briefs with padding may lessen injuries from falls, but they do not prevent falls. 9. Ms. Miller has fragile skin and has experienced skin tears in the past. The CNA is getting ready to transfer her from her bed to a chair. What should the CNA do? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Find another person to help with the transfer. B. Put plenty of lotion on Ms. Miller's arms. C. Put plenty of petroleum jelly on the CNA's hands before starting the transfer. D. Grip Ms. Miller firmly during the transfer so the CNA's hands do not move and cause friction. A To prevent skin tears, the CNA should ask another person to help with the transfer. The CNA should hold Ms. Miller's arms gently, not firmly, to avoid harming her. The use of lotion or petroleum jelly is a safety risk - Ms. Miller could slip from the CNA's hands and fall. 10. What physical symptom is common for CNA to provide comfort measures for when patients near the end of their lives? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Depression B. Fear C. Fever D. Chills D A common symptom patients have near the end of their lives is chills. A CNA could provide a blanket or extra clothing or help to control the temperature in the room. Fever is not a common symptom for patients near the end of their lives. Fear and depression are emotional, not physical, concerns. 11. A resident's ostomy drainage bag needs to be changed. What should you do first? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Empty the collection bag B. Clean around the stoma gently with soap and water C. Apply a skin protector around the stoma D. Reattach the clean bag to the apparatus around the stoma A An ostomy is a surgical procedure to remove part of the bowel or bladder. A stoma is an artificial opening created at the end of the ureter or small intestine through which waste passes into an ostomy bag or pouch. The first step in changing an ostomy bag is to empty the bag and then remove it. Then, apply a skin protector around the stoma, and follow this by reattaching the clean bag to the apparatus around the stoma. 12. After emptying a urinary drainage bag, which of the following substances should you use to clean its drain tip? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Peroxide B. Air dry C. Alcohol D. Soap and water C You should use alcohol to clean the tip of the urinary drainage bag before replacing it. Soap and water, air-drying, and peroxide don't adequately clean the drainage tip. 13. Which of the following is an example of neglect? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Leaving the floor to do your daily tasks after reporting to your supervisor B. Changing the resident as soon as you discover she is soiled C. Calling for assistance to care for the resident D. Applying a restraint too tightly D Applying a restraint too tightly might cause injury to the resident and is considered neglect. 14. When disposing of emesis, what protective equipment should be worn? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Goggles B. Gloves C. Mask D. Gown B Gloves are the only protective equipment needed when emptying an emesis basin. A mask, gown, or goggles is not necessary. 15. Which of the following is NOT considered appropriate handling of linens? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Folding the soiled portion inward B. Carrying the linens away from your body C. Depositing the soiled linens on the floor D. Changing linens promptly when soiled C Depositing soiled linens on the floor contaminates the floor and makes it a hazard. When linens are soiled, they are promptly removed, the contaminated side is folded inward, and they are carried away from the body to avoid contaminating the CNA's uniform. 16. You are monitoring the urine of a resident; he may be suffering from urinary retention. Urinary retention refers to: - CORRECT ANSWER A. An inability to urinate B. Incontinence C. A normal output of urine D. A large output of urine A Urinary retention refers to an inability to urinate. Retention of urine is a symptom that should be reported to the nurse as soon as it is noted. 17. You are emptying urinary drainage bags for patients who need their output recorded. Where are you most likely to document the amount of urinary output? - CORRECT ANSWER A. On the front of the chart B. In a patient's progress notes C. In the nurse's notes D. On the I and O form D You are most likely to document the amount of urinary output, as well as oral fluid intake, on the Intake and Output (I and O) form used in your place of work. 18. To prevent the spread of infection, contaminated surfaces should be cleaned at the following times, except: - CORRECT ANSWER A. After spilling urine B. After taking off gloves C. When blood has dripped D. After completing a task B A contaminated surface must be cleaned when it comes into contact with a bodily fluid, or, for instance, after providing care and placing items on a resident's table. Gloves should be worn while cleaning, so it is not appropriate to clean a contaminated surface after taking off gloves. 19. A resident has urinary incontinence. This same resident wears glasses and needs a hearing aid. Which of the following increases her risk of falling? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Poor hearing B. Urinary incontinence and poor vision C. Incontinence only D. Poor vision only B Both urinary incontinence and poor vision contribute to the resident's risk for falling. The resident will have to get up and walk to the bathroom often because of the incontinence, and her poor vision may make it difficult for her to see items in her path. 20. Providing restorative care includes: - CORRECT ANSWER A. Making long-term goals with the resident B. Enabling the resident's dependence on assistive devices C. Reminding the resident of his limitations D. Doing everything for the resident A The goal of restorative care is to help the resident regain function in the long term, so creating long-term goals is an important part of the process. Doing everything for the resident and reminding him of his limitations negatively impacts the resident's ability to reach his care plan goals. To help the resident regain function, restorative care discourages dependence on assistive devices. 21. You are helping a resident who had a stroke a year ago. She requires the use of a gait belt when trying to stand. Which of the following should you do when using a gait belt with the resident? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Stand an arms-length away from the resident when helping her ambulate. B. Bend your back to pull the resident to the standing position. C. Twist your body when attaching and removing the belt. D. Keep the person as close to you as possible. D It is important to keep the resident as close to you as possible when using a gait belt. Twisting or bending your body when attaching, removing, or pulling up a resident could cause you injury and should be avoided. 22. A patient rings the call bell for the fourth time in the first 40 minutes of a CNA's shift. What should the CNA do? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Ignore the call bell so the CNA can focus on more important tasks. B. Remove the call bell from the patient's reach. C. Kindly reassure the patient that he will be checked on frequently. D. Ask the nurse manager to speak with the patient. C Although a patient repeatedly ringing a call bell can be frustrating, it is important to understand the cause of this behavior. The patient may be anxious and need reassurance about his care. CNAs should establish clear guidelines for the use of call bells with the patient. 23. A resident's health is getting worse, and she fears that she is going to die alone. Her family does not come to visit often, but they are aware of her health situation. What can the CNA do for the resident? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Ask someone visiting another resident to talk to this resident. B. Spend as much time as possible with the resident, listening to her if she wants to talk. C. Tell the family that they must stay with the resident around the clock. D. The CNA can't do anything. B As much as the CNA's schedule allows, she should keep the resident company and listen to her talk if she chooses to. This should help the resident feel less alone. It is not appropriate to ask other visitors to keep the resident company. You cannot demand that family members stay with the resident. You can encourage them to stay, however, if you feel comfortable doing so. 24. You are caring for a patient whose IV flow rate is too slow. What should you do next? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Adjust the flow rate to the rate that the doctor ordered. B. Provide the nutrients or sugar for the resident that she did not receive from her IV. C. Report it STAT to the nurse. D. Help the resident adjust the catheter. C When IV therapy is ordered, the doctor will set the flow rate. This is the amount of fluid to provide in a given amount of time, or the number of drops per minute. If you observe that a client's flow rate has stopped, is too fast, or too slow, report it immediately to the nurse. Only nurses and doctors are able to adjust the flow rate or move the catheter at the site of insertion. Doctors order an IV when a patient is unable to take nutrients or sugar through her mouth, so providing additional nutrients should not be the next step to take in this scenario. STAT is a common medical abbreviation for urgent or right away. 25. Threatening to withhold treatment and/or making fun of a resident are examples of which type of abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Assault B. Neglect C. Physical abuse D. Emotional abuse D Threatening to withhold treatment and/or making fun of a patient are examples of emotional abuse. Emotional or psychological abuse is usually the most difficult to discover because it is subtle and ongoing. Patients who are experiencing this type of abuse may exhibit behavioral changes. 26. A resident who is near the end of her life asks a CNA to pray with her. The CNA is not comfortable praying with the resident. What should the CNA do? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Tell the resident that she will have to pray alone. B. Speak with the nurse to find a religious volunteer or counselor to help the resident express her spirituality. C. Ask the resident's roommate to pray with her instead. D. Pray with the resident anyway. B It is perfectly acceptable for a CNA to pray with a resident if the CNA is comfortable doing this. However, if the CNA would rather not pray with the resident, he should speak with the nurse about having a spiritual counselor or volunteer pray with the resident instead. 27. When a CNA cares for a patient with diarrhea, which of the following should the CNA record? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Types and amount of fluid the patient is taking in B. Number of stools C. Odor of the stool D. All of the above D A patient who has diarrhea is at risk for dehydration. The CNA must monitor the frequency of bowel movements, the odor of bowel movements, and the amount of fluid that the patient is taking in. All of this information is important for the care of the patient. 28. A patient's care plan states: "Help the patient to the bedside commode PRN." When should the patient receive assistance to the commode? - CORRECT ANSWER A. As needed B. In the middle of the night C. During the day D. At bedtime A PRN is the accepted abbreviation for as needed or whenever necessary. 29. Which of the following is the right terminology when referring to residents with developmental disabilities? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Mental retardation B. Mentally retarded C. Slow D. Intellectually disabled D The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987, or OBRA, protects people with developmental disabilities and requires staff to receive special training in order to meet their care needs. You should avoid using the terms "mental retardation" or "mentally retarded," and instead use the terms "intellectual disabilities" or "intellectually disabled" to refer to these residents. 30. A standard of care tells a CNA: - CORRECT ANSWER A. The details of a procedure, including all of the steps B. The minimum care you need to provide C. The job description of a CNA D. State laws that affect the CNA B Standards of care explain the minimal, critical steps that must be done to provide safe, effective care. A standard of care for a patient who has fallen will describe the minimum care necessary for that patient: calling for help, staying with the patient, and observing him to see if he is hurt. 31. A nursing assistant answers a call at the nursing station from a friend of Mr. Long, a resident at the facility. The friend asks how Mr. Long is doing. The CNA tells the caller that Mr. Long's condition is declining without determining if Mr. Long wants his medical information shared with the friend. The CNA has: - CORRECT ANSWER A. Violated HIPAA laws B. Done her job correctly C. Acted outside the scope of her job D. Helped Mr. Long A HIPAA is a law that oversees patient privacy and confidentiality. The CNA violated the HIPAA law when discussing any medical information without Mr. Long's consent. 32. Although the patient refused the procedure, the nursing assistant insisted and inserted the urinary catheter. The nursing assistant is guilty of which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER A. False imprisonment B. Invasion of privacy C. Battery D. Assault C Battery is the willful touching of a person without permission. Assault is the attempt or threat to touch another person unjustifiably or without permission. Invasion of privacy injures the feelings of a person and doesn't take into consideration how revealing information or exposing the person will affect his feelings. False imprisonment is holding a person against his will. 33. The RN has assigned you the task of emptying urinary drainage bags for a group of patients. You should take which of the following actions? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Complete this task and report its completion to the nurse. B. Tell the RN that CNAs are NOT permitted to do this. C. Kink the tubing before emptying the drainage bags. D. Disconnect the catheter tubing from the drainage bags. A CNAs are able to empty urinary drainage bags. They have been trained to do this task and it is within the scope of practice for a CNA. They should also report to the nurse when they have completed the assignment. Disconnecting catheter tubing is a sterile procedure done only by the nurse, and kinking drainage tubing is NOT appropriate because it causes backflow into the bladder. 34. You are caring for Ms. Hernandez, a resident who has trouble talking as a result of a stroke she experienced several months ago. Which of the following health team members would be assigned to provide treatment for this difficulty? - CORRECT ANSWER A. Respiratory therapist B. Occupational therapist C. Physical therapist D. Speech therapist D A speech therapist treats people who have speech, voice, hearing, communication, and swallowing disorders. An occupational therapist assists people in learning or maintaining their ability to perform daily activities such as self-care skills, working, and social interaction. A physical therapist treats people with musculo-skeletal problems. A respiratory therapist assists in treating lung and heart disorders; which includes performing respiratory treatments and therapies. 35. You and your co-worker are working together to remove a bag contaminated with bodily fluids from a resident's room. Which is the correct process for removing the contaminated bag? - CORRECT ANSWER A. You remove the bag and mark it contaminated, while your co-worker brings in a large trashcan to dump the bag into. B. You remove the bag, close it, and carry it to the door, while your co-worker prepares a clean bag by folding down a cuff at the top of the clean bag and labeling the bag "contaminated." C. You remove the bag while your co-worker holds the door open for you. D. Your co-worker removes the bag and carries it outside while you begin to clean the contaminated area. B All health care workers, including CNAs should double-bag bags that contain contaminated body fluids. To do this, first remove the bag, close it, and carry it to the door, while your co-worker prepares a clean bag to contain the contaminated bag by folding down a cuff at the top of the clean bag and labeling the bag "contaminated." You then end the procedure by washing your hands. [Show Less]
CNA State Practice Exam 130 Questions with Verified Answers When assisting a client in learning how to use a cane, the nurse aide stands a. approxi... [Show More] mately two feet directly behind the client. b. about one foot from the client's weak side. c. about one foot from the client's strong side. d. slightly behind the client on the client's weak side. -CORRECT ANSWER d. slightly behind the client on the client's weak side. When working with a client who has urinary retention, the nurse aide can expect that the client will a. urinate large volumes. b. be unable to urinate. c. urinate frequently. d. be incontinent of urine. -CORRECT ANSWER b. be unable to urinate. Aging-related hearing changes result in older clients gradually losing their ability to hear a. high-pitched sounds. b. low-pitched sounds. c. slow sounds. d. rapid sounds. -CORRECT ANSWER a. high-pitched sounds. The best way to safely identify your patient is by a. asking his name. b. calling his name and waiting for his response. c. checking the bed plate. d. checking the name tag. -CORRECT ANSWER d. checking the name tag. A client is on a bowel and bladder training program and has not had a bowel movement in three days. The nurse aide should a. report it to the charge nurse. b. give the client an enema. c. offer the client prune juice. d. encourage the client to drink more fluids. -CORRECT ANSWER a. report it to the charge nurse. The proper medical abbreviation for before meals is a. p.c. b. b.i.d. c. a.c. d. t.i.d. -CORRECT ANSWER c. a.c. A client diagnosed with hypertension will most likely have a history of a. low blood pressure. b. high blood pressure. c. low blood sugar. d. high blood sugar. -CORRECT ANSWER b. high blood pressure. A patient who has difficulty chewing or swallowing will need what type of diet? a. clear liquid b. low residue c. bland d. mechanical soft -CORRECT ANSWER d. mechanical soft An elderly resident with Alzheimer's disease cannot find her room. How can the nurse aide help the client feel more independent? a. Tell her to stay in the room. b. Have her roommate secretly watch her. c. Place a familiar object on the client's door. d. Write the room number on a piece of paper. -CORRECT ANSWER c. Place a familiar object on the client's door. How often should a patient's intake and output records be totaled? a. once each shift b. twice a day c. every four hours d. every 12 hours -CORRECT ANSWER a. once each shift Which of the following should the nursing assistant observe and record when admitting a client? a. freckles b. wrinkles c. short nails d. bruises -CORRECT ANSWER d. bruises When responding to a client on the intercom, the nursing assistant should say a. "Hello, who is calling, please?" b. "What is it that you want?" c. "This is [nursing assistant name and position], can I help you?" d. "Please hold; I'll have the nurse answer your call." -CORRECT ANSWER c. "This is [nursing assistant name and position], can I help you?" Which of the following things should the nurse aide do to familiarize new clients with their surroundings? a. Demonstrate the location and use of the call light. b. Explain that the TV is not to be used. c. Instruct family to leave the room after the aide is finished with the admission. d. Raise the bed to the high position and raise the safety rails. -CORRECT ANSWER a. Demonstrate the location and use of the call light. When arranging a client's room, the nursing assistant should do all of the following EXCEPT a. checking the placement of the call bell. b. adjusting the back rest as directed. c. administering the client's medications. d. adjusting the lighting as appropriate. -CORRECT ANSWER c. administering the client's medications. When assisting a client out of bed, the nurse aide should always a. employ body mechanic techniques. b. get another nurse aide to assist. c. raise the bed to its maximum height. d. lower all safety rails. -CORRECT ANSWER a. employ body mechanic techniques. How often should clients be repositioned during an eight-hour shift? a. qlh b. q2h c. q3h d. q4h -CORRECT ANSWER b. q2h Which of the following is the correct procedure for serving a meal to a client who must be fed? a. Serve the tray along with all the other trays, and then come back to feed the client. b. Bring the tray to the client last; feed after you have served all the other clients. c. Bring the tray into the room when you are ready to feed the client. d. Have the kitchen hold the tray for one hour. -CORRECT ANSWER c. Bring the tray into the room when you are ready to feed the client. The most serious problem that wrinkles in the bedclothes can cause is a. restlessness. b. sleeplessness. c. decubitus ulcers. d. bleeding and shock. -CORRECT ANSWER c. decubitus ulcers. Restorative care begins a. as soon as possible. b. when the client is ready. c. when the client is discharged. d. when the client is diagnosed as terminally ill. -CORRECT ANSWER a. as soon as possible. Before placing a client in Fowler's position, the nurse aide should a. open the window. b. explain the procedure to the client. c. check with the client's family. d. remake the bed. -CORRECT ANSWER b. explain the procedure to the client. During hand washing, the nurse aide accidentally touches the inside of the sink while rinsing the soap off. The next action is to a. allow the water to run over the hands for two minutes. b. dry the hands and turn off the faucet with the paper towel. c. repeat the wash from the beginning. d. repeat washing, but for half the time. -CORRECT ANSWER c. repeat the wash from the beginning. How should a nurse aide dress for a job interview? a. wearing a clean t-shirt and casual slacks b. wearing a nurse aide uniform c. wearing a business suit, dress, or pants and dress shirt d. wearing formal attire -CORRECT ANSWER c. wearing a business suit, dress, or pants and dress shirt An ambulatory client is newly admitted. Before leaving the client alone, the nurse aide should a. ask if the client is hungry. b. inspect the client's skin. c. assess the client's intake and output. d. make sure the client knows how to use the call bell. -CORRECT ANSWER d. make sure the client knows how to use the call bell. When lifting a heavy object, the correct method would be to bend at the a. waist, keeping your legs straight. b. waist, rounding your shoulders. c. knees, keeping your back straight. d. knees and waist. -CORRECT ANSWER c. knees, keeping your back straight. When should nurse aides wash their hands? a. after eating b. before using the bathroom c. after client care d. before cleaning a bedpan -CORRECT ANSWER c. after client care When assisting a client with eating, one of the first things the nurse aide should do is a. cut the food into bite-size pieces. b. wash his own hands and the client's hands. c. butter the client's bread. d. provide the client with privacy. -CORRECT ANSWER b. wash his own hands and the client's hands. A patient has a new cast on her right arm. While caring for her, it is important to first observe for a. pulse above the cast. b. color and hardness of the cast. c. warmth and color of fingers. d. signs of crumbling at the cast end. -CORRECT ANSWER c. warmth and color of fingers. Encouraging a client to take part in activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, combing hair, and feeding is a. done only when time permits. b. the family's responsibility. c. necessary for rehabilitation. d. a violation of client rights. -CORRECT ANSWER c. necessary for rehabilitation. In caring for a confused elderly man, it is important to remember to a. keep the bedrails up except when you are at the bedside. b. close the door to the room so that he does not disturb other patients. c: keep the room dark and quiet at all times to keep the patient from becoming upset, d. remind him each morning to shower and shave independently. -CORRECT ANSWER a. keep the bedrails up except when you are at the bedside. Before assisting a client into a wheelchair, the first action would be to check if the a. client is adequately covered. b. floor is slippery. c. door to the room is closed. d. wheels of the chair are locked. -CORRECT ANSWER d. wheels of the chair are locked. A client has a weak left side. When transferring the client from the bed to the wheelchair, the nurse aide should stand a. on the right side. b. in front of the client. c. on the left side. d. behind the client. -CORRECT ANSWER c. on the left side. While making rounds at 5:30 A.M., a nurse aide finds a patient lying on the floor. What should the nurse aide do first? a. Call 911. b. Perform CPR. c. Call for help. d. Assess the client's pulse and respirations. -CORRECT ANSWER d. Assess the client's pulse and respirations. When moving a wheelchair onto an elevator, the nurse aide should stay a. behind the chair and pull it toward the aide. b. behind the chair and push it away from the aide. c. in front of the client to observe the client's condition. d. at the side of the wheelchair while opening the door. -CORRECT ANSWER a. behind the chair and pull it toward the aide. The Foley bag must be kept lower than the client's bladder so that a. urine will not leak out, soiling the bed. b. urine will not return to the bladder, causing infection. c. the bag will be hidden and the client will not be embarrassed. d. the client will be more comfortable in bed. -CORRECT ANSWER b. urine will not return to the bladder, causing infection. As an afternoon snack, the kitchen sent a diabetic client a container of chocolate ice cream. The nursing assistant should first a. substitute diet soda for the ice cream. b. hold the afternoon snack and report to the charge nurse. c. call the kitchen and report the error. d. allow the client to have half of the ice cream. -CORRECT ANSWER b. hold the afternoon snack and report to the charge nurse. When assisting a client who is using the commode, it is important to a. leave the call light within reach. b. lock the door to promote privacy. c. stand next to the client until the client is finished. d. restrain the client to prevent a fall. -CORRECT ANSWER a. leave the call light within reach. Ensuring adequate circulation to tissues is a major factor in preventing skin breakdown. This can be accomplished by doing all of the following EXCEPT a. positioning the patient every four hours. b. using mechanical aids. c. giving backrubs. d. performing active or passive ROM exercises.card -CORRECT ANSWER a. positioning the patient every four hours. The purpose of cold applications is usually to a. speed the flow of blood to the area. b. prevent heat exhaustion. c. prevent or reduce swelling. d. prevent the formation of scar tissue. -CORRECT ANSWER c. prevent or reduce swelling. The hot water bottle is an example of a a. local dry heat application. b. generalized dry heat application. c. local moist heat application. d. generalized moist heat application. -CORRECT ANSWER a. local dry heat application. Clients receiving an enema are usually placed a. on the right side. b. on the left side. c. flat on the back. d. in a semisitting position. -CORRECT ANSWER b. on the left side. A female client's perineal area should be cleansed before which specimen is collected? a. 24-hour urine specimen b. midstream clean-catch urine specimen c. pediatric routine urine specimen d. routine urine specimens -CORRECT ANSWER b. midstream clean-catch urine specimen The most common site for counting the pulse is the a. carotid artery. b. femoral artery. c. brachial artery. d. radial artery. -CORRECT ANSWER d. radial artery. When counting respirations, the nurse aide should a. wait until after the client has exercised. b. not tell the patient what he is going to do. c. count five respirations and then check his watch. d. have the client count respirations while the aide takes her pulse -CORRECT ANSWER b. not tell the patient what he is going to do. Which of the following is NOT the nurse aide's responsibility when caring for clients who have urinary catheters? a. inserting the catheter b. ensuring that the catheter drains properly c. preventing infection d. recording urinary output -CORRECT ANSWER a. inserting the catheter When giving information to the charge nurse for an incident report, the nurse aide should a. write in the client's chart that an incident occurred. b. keep the report in her personal file. c. state the facts clearly. d. give her opinions as to the cause of the incident -CORRECT ANSWER c. state the facts clearly. All long-term-care nurse aides must be competency evaluated and must complete a distinct educational course. These requirements are set by a. OBRA. b. OSHA. c. CDC. d. FDA. -CORRECT ANSWER a. OBRA. A resident is blind. It is important not to a. leave the door completely opened. b. rearrange the furniture. c. announce yourself before entering the room. d. explain the location of food on the plate, using the face of the clock to assist. -CORRECT ANSWER b. rearrange the furniture. When family members visit a client, the visitors should a. stay in the day room. b. stay a short while so as not to tire the client. c.,be expected to help with care. d. be allowed privacy with the client -CORRECT ANSWER d. be allowed privacy with the client A resident asks, "If I need help during the night, who will be there?" The nursing assistant should respond, a. "Don't worry, you'll be okay." b. "Just yell; someone will hear you." c. "Your roommate will probably ring the call bell." d. "There are people here all night to help you." -CORRECT ANSWER d. "There are people here all night to help you." Which of the following is a client's right? a. having personal information kept confidential b. obtaining private duty staff if desired c. knowing what is wrong with the client's roommate d. treating the staff any way he or she pleases -CORRECT ANSWER a. having personal information kept confidential A resident often cries while she is receiving her P.M. care. What should the nurse aide do? a. Tell her to stop crying. b. Ignore her and continue with her carq. c. Tell her jokes to make her laugh. d. Tell her that it's all right to cry, and that the aide is there for her if she wants to talk. -CORRECT ANSWER d. Tell her that it's all right to cry, and that the aide is there for her if she wants to talk. When providing denture care, the nurse aide must a. wash them in boiling water. b. hold them under warm running water. c. dunk them in and out of cool water. d. place them on a towel in the sink with cool water. -CORRECT ANSWER d. place them on a towel in the sink with cool water. Sexuality in long-term-care clients may include all of the following EXCEPT a. needing private time with a partner. b. caring about one's physical appearance. c. engaging in public fondling. d. desiring sexual interaction -CORRECT ANSWER c. engaging in public fondling. A client is scheduled for a partial bed bath. This means that the nurse aide must wash the client's a. face, neck, ears, arms, and hands. b. face, axillae, hands, and buttocks. c. face, hands, axillae, and legs. d. face, hands, axillae, genitals, and buttocks. -CORRECT ANSWER d. face, hands, axillae, genitals, and buttocks. An agitated resident must be turned every two hours all night long. The first action of the nurse aide when waking up this resident is to a. turn on the light. b. speak quietly and calmly. c. touch her shoulder. d. shout her name. -CORRECT ANSWER b. speak quietly and calmly. If a client objects to certain food for religious or cultural reasons, the appropriate action would be to a. tell him to wait for the next meal. b. offer to substitute something different for him. c. call the dietician the next day. d. tell him he needs to eat what is on his tray. -CORRECT ANSWER b. offer to substitute something different for him. The client's religion forbids eating pork. Bacon is being served for breakfast. The most appropriate response is to a. encourage the client to eat it because she needs protein. b. tell the client it is all right since her doctor ordered the diet. c. call the kitchen for a tray without bacon. d. tell the client that restrictions are not as important as her health. -CORRECT ANSWER c. call the kitchen for a tray without bacon. Which type of communication can often be most powerful? a. written b. verbal c. silent d. tactile -CORRECT ANSWER c. silent A client refuses to allow the nurse aide to bathe her. The nurse aide tells the client that she will not be allowed to eat lunch or go to bingo if she does not have her bath. This is an example of a. rehabilitation. b. discipline. c. verbal abuse. d. physical abuse. -CORRECT ANSWER c. verbal abuse. On entering a room, an aide notices that the client is not breathing. The aide's first action should be to a. call for help. b. lay the client down on his back. c. give four quick breaths. d. give 8-10 abdominal thrusts. -CORRECT ANSWER a. call for help. A client's dentures are lost. The first action should be to a. notify the administrator. b. look for them. c. notify the doctor. d. notify the charge nurse. -CORRECT ANSWER d. notify the charge nurse. Nursing assistants are responsible for a. planning client care. b. doing tasks assigned by the charge nurse. c. performing without ever asking for help. d. comparing assignments with coworkers. -CORRECT ANSWER b. doing tasks assigned by the charge nurse. A patient turns on the call light when he needs to urinate. The appropriate action is to a. ignore the light, since he is not the aide's own client. b. announce on the intercom that there are two patients ahead of him. c. answer the call light and get the urinal. d. answer the call light when the aide has the time. -CORRECT ANSWER c. answer the call light and get the urinal. A client is on CMR and in the prone position. The nurse aide finds the client vomiting bright red blood. The nurse aide should first a. clean up the vomit. b. place the client in the side-lying position. c. provide the client with an emesis basin. d. call the charge nurse. -CORRECT ANSWER b. place the client in the side-lying position. When performing catheter care, the nurse aide should wash the catheter a. toward the meatus. b. with Betadine soap. c. away from the meatus. d. with alcohol. -CORRECT ANSWER c. away from the meatus. A nurse aide who applies restraints on a client without directions from the charge nurse may be accused of a. slander. b battery. c. false imprisonment. d. negligence. -CORRECT ANSWER c. false imprisonment. H.S. care is care that is given a. before meals. b. before bedtime. c. after meals. d. upon awakening. -CORRECT ANSWER b. before bedtime. The best food choices for a geriatric client with no teeth would include a. hamburger, french fries, corn, and ice cream. b. baked chicken, dressing, green beans, and coconut macaroons. c. spare ribs, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, and fruit cocktail. d. baked fish, whipped potatoes, spinach souffle, and tapioca. -CORRECT ANSWER d. baked fish, whipped potatoes, spinach souffle, and tapioca. A client's family wants to talk about the client's impending death, but the client does not want to talk about it. The family should be encouraged to a. carry on the conversation away from the client. b. talk freely in front of the client in order to help the client to accept it. c. wait until the client dies to talk about it. d. force the client to talk about it with them. -CORRECT ANSWER a. carry on the conversation away from the client. A nurse aide notices that a water pitcher has spilled onto the floor. The best action for the aide to perform is to a. wipe it up immediately. b. cover it with a towel. c. notify the charge nurse. d. contact housekeeping. -CORRECT ANSWER a. wipe it up immediately. Upon entering a room, the nurse aide notices that a patient is not breathing. The aide's first action is to a. call for help. b. lay the patient down on his back. c. give four quick breaths. d. give ten abdominal thrusts. -CORRECT ANSWER a. call for help. When should postmortem caer be performed? a. after the family views the body b. Immediately after doctor pronounces c. when rigor mortis sets in. d.after boyd goes to teh morgue. -CORRECT ANSWER b. Immediately after doctor pronounces The purpose of correctly positioning the client is to:a. prevent skin breakdown. b. maintian function of joints and muscles c. increase comfort. d. All of the above -CORRECT ANSWER d. All of the above A surgical bed should be left in what position? -CORRECT ANSWER highest position A female resident's husband has asked for some time alone with his wife in her room. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Let the husband visit but listen outside the door. (B) Let the husband visit and leave the door open. (C) Tell the husband not to disturb his wife. (D) Let the husband visit in private. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Let the husband visit in private. A resident needs range of motion (ROM) exercises every day. When the nurse aide tries to help her do the exercises, the resident says she will not do them. She says that they are too hard. What is the nurse aide's best response? (A) "Try harder and the exercises will be easier." (B) "I understand, but try working slowly and resting often." (C) "The doctor ordered the exercises because they are important." (D) "Think of something good during the exercises and maybe they won't be so hard." -CORRECT ANSWER (B) "I understand, but try working slowly and resting often." A nurse aide enters a room to check on a resident who is in restraints. The nurse aide finds that the resident has gotten out of the restraint and is partly out of the bed. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Call for help to get the resident back into bed and put the restraint back on. (B) Put the restraint back on tightly so that the resident cannot move. (C) Leave the restraint off and report the problem to the charge nurse. (D) Put a different type of restraint on the resident. hard." -CORRECT ANSWER (A) Call for help to get the resident back into bed and put the restraint back on. A resident does not want to wear her dentures. She says she has a sore in her mouth. The nurse aide should (A) tell her to leave her dentures out for a few days. (B) have the resident rinse her mouth with salt water. (C) tell her that she will feel better if she wears the dentures. (D) leave the dentures out and ask the nurse to check the resident's mouth. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) leave the dentures out and ask the nurse to check the resident's mouth. After a resident has died, the nurse aide is often assigned to do which of the following? (A) Prepare the resident's body. (B) Call the resident's family. (C) Call the resident's doctor. (D) Call the undertaker. -CORRECT ANSWER (A) Prepare the resident's body. A resident complains that he cannot fall asleep. What can the nurse aide do first to help him relax? (A) Move him to the day room. (B) Give the resident a back rub. (C) Give the resident a sleeping pill. (D) Report the resident's complaint to the charge nurse. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Give the resident a back rub. A resident is to start range of motion (ROM) exercises. When performing ROM exercises on a resident, what does the nurse aide do to each joint? (A) Stretch it until it hurts. (B) Rotate it in both directions until it hurts. (C) Bend it to a 90-degree angle while supporting the limb. (D) Move it to its fullest range or until the resident feels discomfort. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Move it to its fullest range or until the resident feels discomfort. A sign on the resident's door says NPO. What does this sign tell the nurse aide about the resident? (A) The resident is receiving AM care. (B) The resident is receiving oxygen therapy. (C) The resident is not to be given any solid food. (D) The resident is not to be given anything by mouth. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) The resident is not to be given anything by mouth. A resident is smoking a cigarette in the smoking area on the outside porch of the nursing home. The resident keeps dropping the cigarette in his lap. What should the nurse aide do first? (A) Stay with the resident until he is finished smoking. (B) Tell the resident that he must be more careful. (C) Check on the resident every few minutes. (D) Go and report it to the charge nurse. -CORRECT ANSWER (A) Stay with the resident until he is finished smoking. A nurse aide is assigned to care for a resident who asks her to stay with her because she thinks she is dying. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Scold the resident for talking that way. (B) Ask the resident why she feels this way. (C) Tell the resident, "That isn't true." (D) Ignore the resident's behavior. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Ask the resident why she feels this way. A resident is able to dress himself, but he is very slow. What should the nurse aide do to assist this resident to get to breakfast on time? (A) Dress the resident. (B) Tell the resident to hurry. (C) Start the resident dressing earlier. (D) Warn the resident he is going to miss breakfast. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Start the resident dressing earlier. A nurse aide is caring for a resident on bedrest. The resident is not able to turn herself. What is the longest time that the nurse aide is allowed to leave the resident in one position? (A) 1 hour (B) 2 hours (C) 3 hours (D) 4 hours -CORRECT ANSWER (B) 2 hours A resident's care plan calls for the resident to ambulate 50 feet twice a day. The resident tells the nurse aide that she is unable to do it now. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Ask the resident to be more helpful. (B) Ask the charge nurse to change the care plan. (C) Tell the resident that she can skip her walk today. (D) Allow the resident to choose a better time to ambulate. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Allow the resident to choose a better time to ambulate. A nurse aide notices that a resident has very dry skin on the feet. How should the nurse aide care for the resident's feet? (A) Raise them on a pillow. (B) Wash and dry them only. (C) Keep socks on them at all times. (D) Apply lotion after washing and drying the feet. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Apply lotion after washing and drying the feet. An elderly resident is normally alert, but today she is slightly confused. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Say, "It is not like you to act like this." (B) Report the confusion to the charge nurse. (C) Not worry because all old people get confused sometimes. (D) Ignore the confusion because the resident may only be trying to get extra attention. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Report the confusion to the charge nurse. A nurse aide has found a fire in a resident's waste can. What should the nurse aide do first? (A) Pull the fire alarm. (B) Pour water on the fire. (C) Move residents out of immediate danger. (D) Use the fire extinguisher to put out the fire. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Move residents out of immediate danger. What is the first thing a nurse aide should do after receiving the resident assignments for the shift? (A) Start giving care to the first resident on the assignment. (B) Make rounds and see each resident briefly. (C) Ask another nurse aide what to do first. (D) Find out when the lunch break is. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Make rounds and see each resident briefly. A nurse aide is walking with a resident. The resident says that she is going to faint. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Open a window to give the resident air. (B) Walk the resident to her room quickly. (C) Assist the resident to sit slowly on the floor. (D) Hold the resident on her feet until she feels better. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Assist the resident to sit slowly on the floor. A resident is upset after a family visit. The resident tells the nurse aide not to allow the family to visit again. Which of the following is the nurse aide's best response? (A) "OK, I will tell them not to visit." (B) "I will inform the receptionist immediately." (C) "Can you tell me why you are so upset?" (D) "You will feel differently about it tomorrow. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) "Can you tell me why you are so upset?" A nurse aide is feeding a resident a pureed diet. How should the nurse aide feed the resident? (A) By feeding all of one food at a time. (B) By giving portions from each food on the tray. (C) By mixing the food together to make feeding easier. (D) Any way the nurse aide wishes because pureed food has no taste. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) By giving portions from each food on the tray. A resident is on oxygen. He tells the nurse aide that he is not getting enough oxygen through the tubing. What should the nurse aide do first? (A) Turn up the oxygen. (B) Turn off the oxygen. (C) Check the tubing. (D) Tell the patient to breathe faster to get more oxygen. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Check the tubing. Which of the following is a true statement about the elderly? (A) They have no sex drive. (B) They prefer to be alone. (C) They often have problems with vision. (D) They are not concerned about privacy. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) They often have problems with vision. A resident refuses to have a bath and to shave every day. He has not bathed for a week. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Force the resident to take a bath and shave every day. (B) Ask the charge nurse for assistance with the problem. (C) Leave the resident alone as he will want a bath some day. (D) Tell the resident's family that the resident has not bathed in a week. ambulate. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Ask the charge nurse for assistance with the problem. A resident usually dresses himself for breakfast. Today the nurse aide finds him in pajamas at 10:00 am. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Nothing (B) Dress the resident (C) Ask him "Is there anything wrong today?" (D) Tell him "I don't have time to dress you." -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Ask him "Is there anything wrong today?" A nurse aide finds a male resident in bed with a female resident who is confused. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Scold the male resident. (B) Report this to the charge nurse. (C) Close the door and the privacy curtains. (D) Put a "Do Not Disturb" sign on the door.¨ -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Report this to the charge nurse. A resident with poor vision was admitted to the unit. What should the nurse aide do to ensure the resident's safety? (A) Arrange the furniture against the walls. (B) Tell the resident to walk around the room by herself. (C) Remove all furniture, except the bed and chair, from the room. (D) Help the resident become familiar with the location of the furniture in the room.. ambulate. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Help the resident become familiar with the location of the furniture in the room.. ambulate. A nurse aide finds clean linen lying on the floor near the linen cart. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Discard the linen in the soiled linen hamper. (B) Place the linen on the clean linen cart and cover the cart. (C) Place the linen in a resident's room for immediate use. (D) Leave the linen on the floor for housekeeping staff to remove. -CORRECT ANSWER (A) Discard the linen in the soiled linen hamper. A resident cannot walk by herself. What must the nurse aide do before leaving her room? (A) Give her a bedpan. (B) Tell her to shout if she needs help. (C) Put the call light where she can reach it. (D) Let another nurse aide know that she is in her room. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Put the call light where she can reach it. A resident has trouble finding her room. What could the nurse aide do to help this resident? (A) Speak sharply to her whenever she goes to the wrong room. (B) Assign another resident to watch her. (C) Make a special sign for her door. (D) Keep her in her room. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Make a special sign for her door. A resident dies during the night. At breakfast, another resident who was his friend, begins to talk to the nurse aide about the death. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Distract the resident by talking about the news of the day. (B) Tell the resident to find someone else to talk to. (C) Find out who told the resident about the death. (D) Allow the resident to talk about the death. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Allow the resident to talk about the death. A resident is lying on the floor having a seizure when the nurse aide walks into the room. What should the nurse aide do first? (A) Restrain the residents arms. (B) Put a screen around the resident for privacy. (C) Place a padded tongue blade between her teeth. (D) Move any objects which could injure the resident and support her head. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Move any objects which could injure the resident and support her head. A resident was given a stuffed animal as a gift. The resident wants to keep the stuffed animal with her much of the time. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Explain that adults do not hold stuffed animals. (B) Ask her relatives to take the stuffed animal home. (C) Let her hold the stuffed animal whenever she wants to. (D) Suggest that she keep the stuffed animal on the windowsill. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Let her hold the stuffed animal whenever she wants to. A resident is dehydrated. The nurse aide's assignment says "Force fluids." What should the nurse aide do? (A) Decrease the resident's fluid intake. (B) Increase the resident's fluid intake. (C) Give liquids with meals only. (D) Measure output. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Increase the resident's fluid intake. A nurse aide wants to get a resident involved in her own care. Which of these statements would best encourage the resident's involvement? (A) "Stop feeling sorry for yourself." (B) "It's time for us to eat our breakfast." (C) "I want to brush your hair right now." (D) "Do you want to take your bath now or after breakfast?" -CORRECT ANSWER (D) "Do you want to take your bath now or after breakfast?" A resident has an indwelling catheter. As the nurse aide cares for him, which of these should the nurse aide report to the charge nurse immediately? (A) The resident complains of pain and burning. (B) The urine in the collection bag is clear and light yellow in color. (C) The resident tells the nurse aide that he hates to have a catheter. (D) The urine in the collection bag is hanging below the level of the bladder. -CORRECT ANSWER (A) The resident complains of pain and burning. What is the best source of information about the care a nurse aide needs to give a resident? (A) The resident's family (B) The resident's roommate (C) The resident's plan of care (D) Other nurse aides on the unit -CORRECT ANSWER (C) The resident's plan of care A resident tells the nurse aide that her hearing aid is not working. What should the nurse aide do first? (A) Turn up the volume. (B) Change the battery. (C) Tell the charge nurse. (D) Check to see that the hearing aid is turned on. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Check to see that the hearing aid is turned on. While making rounds at 3:00 A.M., a nurse aide hears a resident crying softly. How should the nurse aide respond? (A) Tell the resident that everything will be better in the morning. (B) Tell the resident that everything is fine and to cheer up. (C) Pretend not to notice that the resident is crying. (D) Ask the resident what is wrong. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Ask the resident what is wrong. A resident is being discharged from the nursing home. He tells the nurse aide that he feels worried about the change. What is the nurse aide's most helpful response? (A) Encourage the resident to talk about his feelings. (B) Tell the resident not to worry as things will work out fine. (C) Tell the resident that he should be happy to leave the nursing home. (D) Suggest to the resident that his worries will go away if he ignores them. -CORRECT ANSWER (A) Encourage the resident to talk about his feelings. A nurse aide is called away from a resident's beside. When the nurse aide returns, the resident screams, "I'm too old and too sick to be left alone." How should the nurse aide respond? (A) "You're fine. Don't carry on so." (B) "I understand, but I have other things to do." (C) "Why don't you just forget it and rest awhile?" (D) "I'm sorry I had to leave. Can I help you now?" -CORRECT ANSWER (D) "I'm sorry I had to leave. Can I help you now?" A nurse aide is cleaning a resident's closet. He finds moldy food and throws it away. The resident shouts, "Leave my food alone." What is the best response by the nurse aide? (A) "Why are you saving this food? Do you get hungry between meals?" (B) "You should eat all your meals, so that you are not hungry later on." (C) "Hiding food is against health laws." (D) "This moldy food smells awful." -CORRECT ANSWER (A) "Why are you saving this food? Do you get hungry between meals?" A nurse aide observes that a new resident is upset and frightened while getting ready for bed. The resident tells the nurse aide that a dark room frightens her. What is the nurse aide's best response? (A) "Darkness can't hurt you." (B) "As old as you are, you should not be afraid." (C) "You will soon get used to sleeping in the dark." (D) "I will leave the door open so the light can come in." -CORRECT ANSWER (D) "I will leave the door open so the light can come in." A nurse aide is assisting a resident with lunch. The resident grabs his throat and cannot speak. What should the nurse aide do first? (A) Offer the resident a drink. (B) Perform the Heimlich maneuver. (C) Place the resident on the floor and elevate his feet. (D) Keep the resident warm by putting a blanket on him. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Perform the Heimlich maneuver. A nurse aide realizes from the assignment sheet, that a resident has not has a bowel movement for more than 3 days. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Ignore the problem. (B) Give the resident an enema. (C) Report the finding to the charge nurse. (D) Sit the resident on the toilet until he has a bowel movement. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Report the finding to the charge nurse. A resident has had a stroke and has weakness on her right side. Where should the nurse aide stand when helping the resident walk? (A) On the resident's right side (B) On the resident's left side (C) In front of the resident (D) Behind the resident -CORRECT ANSWER (A) On the resident's right side A resident is grieving over the recent death of her husband. How can the nurse aide best offer support to the resident? (A) Leave the resident alone as much as possible. (B) Encourage the resident to express her feelings. (C) Change the subject when the resident speaks about her husband. (D) Tell the resident about the nurse aide's own experiences with death. -CORRECT ANSWER (B) Encourage the resident to express her feelings. A nurse aide is assigned to care for a resident who has wandered over to another unit. What is the nurse aide's most helpful response, when the nurse aide brings the resident back? (A) "Let me walk with you." (B) "How did you get over here?" (C) "Don't you know where you belong?" (D) "Don't you realize I have a lot to do?" -CORRECT ANSWER (A) "Let me walk with you." A resident has a cold and is using tissues for his nose. There are used tissues on the resident's bed, floor, and bedside stand. What should the nurse aide do to control the spread of infection? (A) Report the resident's behavior to the resident council. (B) Ask the resident to throw his used tissues in the toilet. (C) Pick up the used tissues in the resident's room once a day. (D) Attach a paper bag to the resident's bed and ask him to put the used tissues in it. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Attach a paper bag to the resident's bed and ask him to put the used tissues in it. A resident tells a nurse aide he is going to kill himself. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Nothing, because people who threaten suicide usually do not kill themselves. (B) Call the resident's family and ask them to come and sit with him. (C) Tell the resident that things are not as bad as they seem. (D) Stay with the resident and call for help. -CORRECT ANSWER (D) Stay with the resident and call for help. A nurse aide sees the charge nurse swallow medication that belongs to a resident. What should the nurse aide do? (A) Ignore the incident because the charge nurse might get the nurse aide fired. (B) Tell the resident's family that the charge nurse is stealing medication. (C) Report the incident to the administrator or nursing supervisor. (D) Suggest the nurse get help immediately. -CORRECT ANSWER (C) Report the incident to the administrator or nursing supervisor. Which of the following should the nursing assistant observe and record when admitting a client? a. freckles b. wrinkles c. short nails d. bruises -CORRECT ANSWER d. bruises When responding to a client on the intercom, the nursing assistant should say a. "Hello, who is calling, please?" b. "What is it that you want?" c. "This is [nursing assistant name and position], can I help you?" d. "Please hold; I'll have the nurse answer your call." -CORRECT ANSWER c. "This is [nursing assistant name and position], can I help you?" When arranging a client's room, the nursing assistant should do all of the following EXCEPT a. checking the placement of the call bell. b. adjusting the back rest as directed. c. administering the client's medications. d. adjusting the lighting as appropriate. -CORRECT ANSWER c. administering the client's medications. When assisting a client out of bed, the nurse aide should always a. employ body mechanic techniques. b. get another nurse aide to assist. c. raise the bed to its maximum height. d. lower all safety rails. -CORRECT ANSWER a. employ body mechanic techniques. How often should clients be repositioned during an eight-hour shift? a. qlh b. q2h c. q3h d. q4h -CORRECT ANSWER b. q2h Which of the following is the correct procedure for serving a meal to a client who must be fed? a. Serve the tray along with all the other trays, and then come back to feed the client. b. Bring the tray to the client last; feed after you have served all the other clients. c. Bring the tray into the room when you are ready to feed the client. d. Have the kitchen hold the tray for one hour. -CORRECT ANSWER c. Bring the tray into the room when you are ready to feed the client. [Show Less]
CNA Practice Exam 137 Questions with Verified Answers Providing personal hygiene care: A. is not very important to the elderly. B. involves feeding an... [Show More] d providing fluids. C. may cause the client to feel ashamed. D. does not require privacy. - CORRECT ANSWER C. may cause the client to feel ashamed. When providing oral hygiene to a client with dentures: A. brush the dentures with a toothbrush in the client's mouth. B. remove the dentures and brush them using cool water. C. scrub the dentures with mouthwash and very hot water. D. soak the dentures in ice water to avoid damaging them with a brush. - CORRECT ANSWER B. remove the dentures and brush them using cool water. Oral hygiene involves: A. cleaning the mouth, teeth, gums, and tongue. B. rinsing the mouth with very cold water. C. cleaning the mouth once a week. D. scrubbing the tongue well with a toothbrush. - CORRECT ANSWER A. cleaning the mouth, teeth, gums, and tongue. When assisting the client with perineal (peri) care: A. begin wiping in the dirtiest area, working to the cleanest area. B. scrub the perineum back and forth vigorously. C. use plenty of soap and cool water to prevent skin irritation. D. begin wiping in the cleanest area, working to the dirtiest area. - CORRECT ANSWER D. begin wiping in the cleanest area, working to the dirtiest area. You are assigned to give a client a partial bath during H.S. care. You will: A. give the client a bed bath. B. wash the face, hands, underarms, and perineum. C. give a tub bath to relax the client. D. wash the hands and put the client to bed. - CORRECT ANSWER B. wash the face, hands, underarms, and perineum. ADLs are: A. things clients buy at the store. B. recreational activities. C. social skills. D. personal care activities. - CORRECT ANSWER D. personal care activities. A client's personal hygiene routines may be influenced by: A. the nurse aide's routine. B. a family member's preferences. C. culture. D. the state survey agency rules. - CORRECT ANSWER C. culture. When giving a complete bed bath, the nurse aide washes the: A. client's entire body. B. hands, face, underarms, and perineum. C. face, legs, perineum, and back. D. face, hands, perineum, and feet. - CORRECT ANSWER A. client's entire body. When washing the client's face: A. use plenty of soap and hot water. B. avoid the use of soap near the eyes. C. ask the client if she prefer cool water. D. begin with the neck and wash upward. - CORRECT ANSWER B. avoid the use of soap near the eyes. The purpose of assisting clients with daily hygienic care is to: A. prevent odors in the facility. B. ensure that clients are clean and dry. C. prevent pressure ulcers and contractures from developing. D. prevent infection, promote relaxation, enhance self-esteem. - CORRECT ANSWER D. prevent infection, promote relaxation, enhance self-esteem. The temperature of the client's bath water should be approximately: A. 75 degrees. B. 85 degrees. C. 105 degrees. D. 125 degrees. - CORRECT ANSWER C. 105 degrees. When you are preparing to give a client a bath, the room should be: A. warm and comfortable. B. hot and humid. C. cool and dry. D. hot and dry. - CORRECT ANSWER A. warm and comfortable. The *primary* purpose of oral hygiene is to: A. remove medication residue and bad tastes caused by illness. B. clean the mouth, teeth, gums, and tongue. C. eliminate all bacteria from the mouth and teeth. D. prevent the spread of viral infection. - CORRECT ANSWER B. clean the mouth, teeth, gums, and tongue. Brush the client's teeth using: A. a very stiff brush. B. an up-and-down motion. C. a glycerin swab. D. a side-to-side motion. - CORRECT ANSWER B. an up-and-down motion. Store the client's dentures: A. wrapped in a paper towel in the drawer. B. in an emesis basin. C. in very hot water with a denture tablet. D. in a covered, labeled cup of cool water. - CORRECT ANSWER D. in a covered, labeled cup of cool water. The *primary* purpose of providing skin care is to: A. prevent complications, including infection and pressure ulcers. B. eliminate odors from the facility. C. remove urine and feces. D. make the client look attractive. - CORRECT ANSWER A. prevent complications, including infection and pressure ulcers. When applying lotion to the client's back, the nurse aide should: A. rub in small circles. B. massage red areas well to stimulate circulation. C. apply plenty of lotion and powder. D. rub the back and buttocks using firm, even strokes. - CORRECT ANSWER D. rub the back and buttocks using firm, even strokes. When shaving a male client: A. holding the skin taut, begin with the neck area. B. use long, upward strokes, beginning with the cheeks. C. rinse the razor after every 5 strokes. D. ask the client to tighten the upper lip when shaving. - CORRECT ANSWER D. ask the client to tighten the upper lip when shaving. When providing foot care to a diabetic client: A. dry the feet and area between the toes well. B. clip the toenails very short to prevent injury. C. clean under the toenails with a nail file. D. apply lotion between the toes. - CORRECT ANSWER A. dry the feet and area between the toes well. Mrs. A has an order for support (antiembolism) hosiery. You should: A. ask the nurse to apply the hosiery. B. seat the client in a chair before applying the hosiery. C. apply the hose before Mrs. A gets out of bed. D. place the hose over the toes and ask the client to pull them up. - CORRECT ANSWER C. apply the hose before Mrs. A gets out of bed. When dressing Mr. A, a 77 year old client who has had a stroke, the nurse aide should: A. apply the pants first. B. put the shirt on the affected arm first. C. put the pants on the unaffected leg first. D. position the client supine for dressing. - CORRECT ANSWER B. put the shirt on the affected arm first. You are assigned to give Mrs. A a shower with shampoo. The client wears hearing aids in both ears. You should: A. leave the hearing aids in her ears so she can hear your instructions. B. wash the hearing aids well when you shampoo the hair. C. dry the hearing aids thoroughly with a hair dryer after the shower. D. remove the hearing aids before showering the client. - CORRECT ANSWER D. remove the hearing aids before showering the client. When undressing a client who has a paralyzed side from a stroke, the nurse aide should: A. undress the affected (paralyzed) side first. B. remove the pants first. C. undress the strong (unaffected) side first. D. have the client remove the shoes before beginning. - CORRECT ANSWER C. undress the strong (unaffected) side first. A prosthesis is a/an: A. ambulation aid. B. artificial body part. C. means of transportation. D. medical treatment. - CORRECT ANSWER B. artificial body part. Mrs. A has long hair that is tangled in the back. To remove the tangle, the nurse aide should: A. hold the tangled section of the hair tight and begin combing at the end, working upward in short strokes. B. wet the hair thoroughly before attempting to remove the tangle. C. cut the tangled section carefully with scissors. D. wet only the tangled section of hair, then begin brushing it from the top, working downward in long, even strokes. - CORRECT ANSWER A. hold the tangled section of the hair tight and begin combing at the end, working upward in short strokes. When applying lotion to the client's skin, the nurse aide should: A. avoid the face area. B. rub the entire back and buttocks with gentle, firm strokes, C. massage the legs well, using firm up and down strokes. D. not apply lotion between the fingers, to prevent infection. - CORRECT ANSWER B. rub the entire back and buttocks with gentle, firm strokes, The *primary* purpose of providing hand and nail care is to: A. prevent clients from scratching staff during care. B. prevent clients from scratching themselves. C. promote good health and reduce the risk of infection. D. ensure that clients wear nail polish if they want. - CORRECT ANSWER C. promote good health and reduce the risk of infection. When providing fingernail care to a client: A. use a knife, paper clip, or file to remove dirt from under the nails. B. use a paper clip or file to remove dirt from under the nails. C. clip the nails back to the quick. D. soak the hands in warm water and scrub under the nails with a soft brush. - CORRECT ANSWER D. soak the hands in warm water and scrub under the nails with a soft brush. Nutrients are: A. unimportant byproducts of food. B. essential to life. C. chemical preservatives. D. liquids. - CORRECT ANSWER B. essential to life. Carbohydrates: A. prevent dehydration. B. are nature's building blocks. C. provide fuel and energy. D. should be limited. - CORRECT ANSWER C. provide fuel and energy. Proteins: A. are essential for good health, healing, and growth. B. provide empty calories and should be limited. C. are unimportant to most people. D. should be limited to six servings each day. - CORRECT ANSWER A. are essential for good health, healing, and growth. According to the Food Guide Pyramid, clients should consume: A. 6 servings of dairy products each day. B. 4 to 6 servings of fat each day. C. 2 servings of bread, cereal, or pasta each day. D. 3 to 5 servings of vegetables each day. - CORRECT ANSWER D. 3 to 5 servings of vegetables each day. Which of the following would be found on a clear liquid tray? A. tea with sugar. B. pudding. C. applesauce. D. milk. - CORRECT ANSWER A. tea with sugar. Which of the following would be found on a full liquid tray? A. creamed spinach. B. pears. C. milkshake. D. ground meat. - CORRECT ANSWER C. milkshake. A diabetic diet would *not* contain which of the following food items? A. salt. B. pepper. C. vinegar. D. sugar. - CORRECT ANSWER D. sugar. A nasogastric tube is: A. inserted through the abdominal wall into the stomach. B. threaded through the nose into the stomach. C. used to drain urine from the bladder. D. used only for medication administration. - CORRECT ANSWER B. threaded through the nose into the stomach. A gastrostomy tube is: A. inserted through the abdominal wall into the stomach. B. threaded through the nose into the stomach. C. used to drain urine from the bladder. D. used only for medication administration. - CORRECT ANSWER A. inserted through the abdominal wall into the stomach. When a client is being fed by tube, the nurse aide must always: A. position the client in the lateral position. B. keep the bed flat. C. raise the side rails when the client is in bed. D. elevate the head of the bed. - CORRECT ANSWER D. elevate the head of the bed. An order to force fluids involves: A. forcing the client to drink a glass of water every hour. B. encouraging the client to drink each time you are in the room. C. giving liquids through a nasogastric tube. D. making the client drink only the liquids on the meal tray. - CORRECT ANSWER B. encouraging the client to drink each time you are in the room. Which of the following *would not* be included when recording intake and output? A. tea. B. popsicles. C. sherbet. D. applesauce. - CORRECT ANSWER D. applesauce. When passing meal trays: A. check the tray cards to ensure that you have the correct client and correct food on the tray. B. pass all the feeder trays first by placing them on the client's table, then returning the spoon-feed after all the trays are passed. C. remove the covers from food items and leave them on the tray cart. D. pass trays first, then return to assist clients in preparing and cutting the food. - CORRECT ANSWER A. check the tray cards to ensure that you have the correct client and correct food on the tray. When feeding clients: A. serve all liquids last. B. feed all hot foods first. C. alternate liquids and solids. D. withhold dessert if the client does not eat all of the other foods. - CORRECT ANSWER C. alternate liquids and solids. Food passes through the esophagus into the stomach, where: A. it is eliminated quickly from the body. B. it mixes with digestive enzymes before moving to the small intestine. C. nutrients are absorbed for use by all body systems. D. water and other liquids are absorbed for use by the kidneys. - CORRECT ANSWER B. it mixes with digestive enzymes before moving to the small intestine. Clients should consume enough fluid each day to: A. prevent dehydration. B. urinate every two hours. C. balance their intake and output. D. swallow their medications. - CORRECT ANSWER A. prevent dehydration. Signs and symptoms of dehydration includes: A. voiding frequently in small amounts. B. lethargy, weakness, low blood pressure. C. high fever, elevated blood pressure, dark circles under the eyes. D. slow pulse, cyanosis, edema. - CORRECT ANSWER B. lethargy, weakness, low blood pressure. Incontinence is: A. a medical problem. B. a normal part of aging. C. normal of confused clients. D. always a sign of infection. - CORRECT ANSWER A. a medical problem. Feces are: A. liquid waste products. B. bowel movements. C. emesis. D. perspiration. - CORRECT ANSWER B. bowel movements. Voiding is: A. fecal elimination. B. vomiting. C. urination. D. surgical drainage. - CORRECT ANSWER C. urination. Fecal impaction is: A. retaining fluids because of a kidney problem. B. passage of liquid stool. C. caused by indigestion. D. the most serious form of constipation. - CORRECT ANSWER D. the most serious form of constipation. A urinal is: A. for elimination of solid waste products. B. used by male clients for urination. C. needed for care of female clients. D. the same as an emesis basin. - CORRECT ANSWER B. used by male clients for urination. When assisting a client to use the bedpan, position the bed in the: A. Fowler's position. B. supine position. C. prone position. D. lateral position. - CORRECT ANSWER A. Fowler's position. The bedside commode is used for: A. vomiting. B. males only. C. female clients. D. urinary and fecal elimination. - CORRECT ANSWER D. urinary and fecal elimination. When caring for a client with an indwelling catheter: A. always position the drainage bag on the floor. B. position the drainage bag above the level of the bladder. C. position the drainage bag below the level of the bladder. D. always disconnect the catheter during bathing. - CORRECT ANSWER C. position the drainage bag below the level of the bladder. The urinary catheter: A. is always attached to the side rail when the client is in bed. B. must be fastened to the client's leg or abdomen at all times. C. is not fastened to the client's body when in bed. D. is disconnected every shift so the tubing can be rinsed. - CORRECT ANSWER B. must be fastened to the client's leg or abdomen at all times. The organ in which urine is stored before leaving the body is the: A. bladder. B. ureter. C. kidney. D. urethra. - CORRECT ANSWER A. bladder. Water is absorbed from solid food waste in the: A. stomach. B. small intestine. C. pancreas. D. large intestine. - CORRECT ANSWER D. large intestine. Pain: A. is normal in the elderly. B. means something is wrong. C. does not affect client behavior. D. need not to be reported. - CORRECT ANSWER B. means something is wrong. A confused client moans and makes a face when you reposition him in bed. This may be a sign of: A. anger. B. hunger. C. thirst. D. pain. - CORRECT ANSWER D. pain. A client who had her leg amputated two years ago complains of pain in her foot. You know that: A. the pain is imaginary. B. she wants attention. C. the pain is normal. D. she is having phantom pain. - CORRECT ANSWER D. she is having phantom pain. Comfort is a: A. state of well-being. B. state of confusion. C. painful condition. D. cause of restlessness. - CORRECT ANSWER A. state of well-being. Comfort, rest, and sleep are necessary to: A. escape from life's problems. B. relieve pain. C. restore strength and repair body problems. D. cure chronic diseases. - CORRECT ANSWER C. restore strength and repair body problems. Assisting the client to relax may: A. make the client more alert. B. cure physical problems. C. relieve anxiety, pain, and fear. D. reduce the desire to eat so much. - CORRECT ANSWER C. relieve anxiety, pain, and fear. Before a client can rest comfortably, the nurse aide must: A. turn off all the lights. B. ensure that hunger, thirst, and elimination needs are met. C. give the client a blanket. D. ask the nurse to give the client a sleeping pill. - CORRECT ANSWER B. ensure that hunger, thirst, and elimination needs are met. The need for sleep: A. decreases with age. B. occurs on a fixed schedule in the elderly. C. increases with age. D. is not important to the elderly. - CORRECT ANSWER A. decreases with age. The purpose of sleep is to: A. allow the client to escape from reality. B. provide rest and repair for the mind and body. C. eliminate the cares of life. D. relieve physical and emotional pain. - CORRECT ANSWER B. provide rest and repair for the mind and body. When positioning the client on the side in bed, support him or her: A. with restraints. B. by using the side rails. C. with pillows. D. by elevating the head and knee rests. - CORRECT ANSWER C. with pillows. Microbes that cause disease are: A. pathogens. B. vectors. C. fomites. D. hosts. - CORRECT ANSWER A. pathogens. A person who can transmit an infection to others is a: A. vector. B. microorganism. C. carrier. D. reservoir. - CORRECT ANSWER C. carrier. You remove a client's clothes to give her a shower. A dressing falls from her hip onto the floor, revealing a minor wound. The wound is not bleeding, but there is a small amount of old, dried blood on the dressing. You should: A. pick the dressing up and put it in the open trash can. B. apply gloves and place the dressing in a plastic bag. C. get the nurse in charge at once. D. do nothing, as this is not a nurse aide responsibility. - CORRECT ANSWER B. apply gloves and place the dressing in a plastic bag. You are instructed to collect a regular urine specimen from a female client. You should: A. collect the specimen from the bedpan. B. apply the principles of standard precautions when obtaining the specimen. C. collect feces the next time the client eliminates. D. apply gloves and hold the cup securely the client's perineum. - CORRECT ANSWER B. apply the principles of standard precautions when obtaining the specimen. You are assigned to collect a midstream urine specimen from a male client. You must: A. apply gloves and collect the specimen in a clean cup. B. use a condom catheter to collect the specimen properly. C. pour the specimen from a urinal into the specimen cup. D. wash the perineum first to prevent the specimen contamination. - CORRECT ANSWER D. wash the perineum first to prevent the specimen contamination. An example of the direct contact mode of transmission of infection is: A. touching an infected wound. B. sneezing. C. coughing. D. contacting soiled bed linens. - CORRECT ANSWER A. touching an infected wound. The best method of preventing the spread of infection is: A. wearing gloves. B. isolating clients with known infection. C. frequent handwashing. D. keeping clean and dirty items separate. - CORRECT ANSWER C. frequent handwashing. Standard precautions are used: A. only when clients have an infection. B. routinely in the care of all clients. C. only when giving perineal care. D. when it is part of your assignment. - CORRECT ANSWER B. routinely in the care of all clients. Hepatitis B is transmitted through: A. the airborne method of transmission. B. contact with inanimate objects. C. improper handwashing techniques. D. blood and body fluid transmission. - CORRECT ANSWER D. blood and body fluid transmission. The nurse aide should wash his or her hands: A. after client care only. B. before and after caring for each client. C. only at the beginning and end of the shift. D. once or twice a day. - CORRECT ANSWER B. before and after caring for each client. The use of medical asepsis is important to: A. prevent the spread of infection. B. maintain an attractive appearance. C. make a good impression on others. D. promote self-esteem. - CORRECT ANSWER A. prevent the spread of infection. In addition to handwashing and wearing gloves, the use of standard precautions involves: A. wearing a mask when clients are in contact precautions. B. understanding how pathogens are spread and using barrier equipment to protect yourself. C. wearing full protective apparel when clients are in airborne and droplet precautions. D. using paper dishes to serve meals to clients who are in isolation. - CORRECT ANSWER B. understanding how pathogens are spread and using barrier equipment to protect yourself. Waste products that are contaminated wish blood or body fluids: A. are discarded in the open trash can in the client's room. B. may be safely placed next to clean items. C. are discarded in leakproof, covered containers. D. do not require any special handling. - CORRECT ANSWER C. are discarded in leakproof, covered containers. The nurse aide is responsible for cleaning client care supplies and equipment to: A. make the facility look neat and clean. B. reduce odors. C. make a good impression on others. D. prevent the spread of infection. - CORRECT ANSWER D. prevent the spread of infection. When cleaning soiled client care items, the nurse aide should: A. ask the charge nurse for advice. B. wear personal protective equipment. C. work in the clean utility room. D. wrap all items as soon as they are washed. - CORRECT ANSWER B. wear personal protective equipment. After client care items have been cleaned and disinfected, they should be stored in the: A. clean utility room. B. soiled utility room. C. janitor closet. D. linen room. - CORRECT ANSWER A. clean utility room. When positioning supplies in the client's room, the nurse aide should: A. place the bedpan on the overbed table so the client can reach it. B. keep the urinal in the bedside stand next to the washbasin. C. keep clean and dirty items separate in the bedside stand. D. store extra clean linens in the bedside stand so they are readily available. - CORRECT ANSWER C. keep clean and dirty items separate in the bedside stand. Head lice: A. hop and fly from one person to another. B. are spread by shared combs, brushes, and bedding. C. are not easily spread. D. are not a problem in the elderly. - CORRECT ANSWER B. are spread by shared combs, brushes, and bedding. Signs and symptoms of scabies include: A. a burning sensation. B. tiny bugs crawling on the skin and bedding. C. nits. D. rash and intense itching. - CORRECT ANSWER D. rash and intense itching. A client who is newly diagnosed with head lice or scabies: A. is isolated in contact precautions. B. is isolated in airborne precautions. C. is isolated in droplet precautions. D. requires no special isolation measures. - CORRECT ANSWER A. is isolated in contact precautions. A client is eating lunch when you notice his hands at his throat. The first thing you should do is: A. ask the client if he can speak. B. perform the Heimlich maneuver. C. slap the client sharply on the back. D. quickly get the nurse in charge. - CORRECT ANSWER A. ask the client if he can speak. The nurse aide walks into a client's room. The client is smoking in the room and set his trash can on fire when emptying an ashtray. The first action to take is to: A. get the nurse in charge. B. run for the first extinguisher. C. remove the client from the room. D. use the blanket to smother the fire. - CORRECT ANSWER C. remove the client from the room. You must use the fire extinguisher to put out a trash fire in the stairwell. You should: A. aim the hose at the top of the flames so the water falls over the fire. B. sweep the hose from side to side in a three-foot circle surrounding the fire. C. aim the extinguisher before removing the pin from the handle. D. aim the extinguisher at the base of the fire and spray from side to side. - CORRECT ANSWER D. aim the extinguisher at the base of the fire and spray from side to side. A client is using oxygen. You enter the room and notice that he has turned the flow meter up all the way. You should: A. turn the unit down at once. B. notify the nurse in charge. C. tell the client to leave the unit alone. D. pretend you didn't notice the change in flow rate. - CORRECT ANSWER B. notify the nurse in charge. A client has fallen to the floor. She complains of severe pain in her left thigh. The nurse aide should: A. stay with the client and use the call signal to get help. B. get the nurse in charge right away. C. lift the client back to bed. D. put a pillow under the client's left leg. - CORRECT ANSWER A. stay with the client and use the call signal to get help. The charge nurse directs you to apply a cool compress to Mr. B's right ankle. You know that: A. the compress should be left in place for at least an hour. B. the skin under the compress should be checked every 10 minutes. C. the compress will cause the skin to become very red. D. the compress should be left in place for no more than 5 minutes. - CORRECT ANSWER B. the skin under the compress should be checked every 10 minutes. A bedfast client is vomiting. The nurse aide should: A. get the nurse in charge immediately. B. turn the client on her abdomen. C. clean up the mess at once. D. turn the client's head to the side. - CORRECT ANSWER D. turn the client's head to the side. An emergency call signal is sounding in Room 108. The nurse aide assigned to that room is on her lunch break. You should: A. notify the nurse in charge. B. go to the break room to get the nurse aide who is assigned to Room 108. C. answer the signal and ask the client how you can help. D. ignore the signal, as this is not your responsibility. - CORRECT ANSWER C. answer the signal and ask the client how you can help. A client is bleeding heavily from an injury. The nurse aide should: A. run and get the nurse in charge. B. apply a bandage to the injury. C. quickly wrap the area with a towel. D. apply pressure with a gloved hand. - CORRECT ANSWER D. apply pressure with a gloved hand. When entering and leaving the client's room, the nurse aide must: A. check for and correct any safety hazards. B. make sure the bed is in the high position. C. raise the side rails to protect the client. D. leave the door open at all times. - CORRECT ANSWER A. check for and correct any safety hazards. You see a newspaper and a shoe in the middle of the floor of the client's room. You should: A. leave these items alone, as they are the client's personal property. B. kick the newspaper and shoe under the bed so they are out of the way. C. pick them up and place them in the proper location. D. ignore them, as they are not your responsibility. - CORRECT ANSWER C. pick them up and place them in the proper location. Side rails: A. must always be raised when the nurse aide is at the bedside. B. are used only when ordered by the physician or needed by the client. C. are used routinely in all elderly clients for safety and fall prevention. D. are always considered to be restraints, which are illegal. - CORRECT ANSWER B. are used only when ordered by the physician or needed by the client. The fire and disaster evacuation plan: A. does not apply to the nurse aide. B. is important only to the fire department. C. is posted on the wall and used in certain emergencies. D. is kept in the administrator's office for safekeeping. - CORRECT ANSWER C. is posted on the wall and used in certain emergencies. You must remove Mrs. B from her room during a fire emergency. The client cannot walk. She is sitting in a heavy recliner without wheels. No wheelchair is available. The best way to move the client is to: A. pick her up and carry her. B. run down the hallway to see if a wheelchair is available. C. move the furniture and try to push the recliner. D. place her on a sheet or blanket and drag her. - CORRECT ANSWER D. place her on a sheet or blanket and drag her. The fire alarm sounds. The facility is filling with smoke, but you do not see any flames. You should: A. move clients behind a fire door and close the door. B. began evacuating all clients to the outside of the building. C. ask the nurse in charge for instructions. D. notify the administrator. - CORRECT ANSWER A. move clients behind a fire door and close the door. Safety is: A. the nurse aide's responsibility. B. everyone's responsibility. C. the administrator's responsibility. D. the housekeeper's responsibility. - CORRECT ANSWER B. everyone's responsibility. The elements necessary for a fire to start are: A. matches, rags, and chemicals. B. heat, oxygen, and fuel. C. cigarettes, trash, and old clothes. D. papers, trash, and dirt. - CORRECT ANSWER B. heat, oxygen, and fuel. The purpose of using good body mechanics is to: A. prevent injury to the nurse aide and client. B. enable the nurse aide to lift a heavier load than normal. C. eliminate the need for special lifting equipment. D. eliminate the need for extra personal to help with transfer. - CORRECT ANSWER A. prevent injury to the nurse aide and client. When lifting a heavy client or object, the nurse aide should: A. bend from the waist, using the strong back muscles to do the job. B. keep the feet close together and bend from the hips. C. tighten the abdominal muscles and use the strong arm muscles for lifting. D. maintain a wide base of support, keep the back straight, and use the leg muscles. - CORRECT ANSWER D. maintain a wide base of support, keep the back straight, and use the leg muscles. Mr. B is a dependent client who is 6'2" and weighs 375 pounds. To transfer him from the bed to a chair, the nurse aide should: A. use a transfer belt. B. ask another nurse aide to help. C. use the mechanical lift and at least once more nurse aide. D. ask 3 other nurse aides to help you lift the client. - CORRECT ANSWER C. use the mechanical lift and at least once more nurse aide. You are ambulating Mr. B in the hallway with a gait belt when he begins to fall. You should: A. grasp the belt firmly and hold Mr. B up until help arrives. B. pull the belt toward your body and ease the client down your leg to the floor. C. call for another nurse aide to bring a chair to seat the client in. D. let go of the belt and allow Mr. Chang to slide down the floor slowly. - CORRECT ANSWER B. pull the belt toward your body and ease the client down your leg to the floor. When making an occupied bed, you should: A. raise the side rail on the opposite side of the bed. B. lower both side rails to make it easier to make bed. C. place the soiled linen on the floor when you remove it. D. remove the top linen first. - CORRECT ANSWER A. raise the side rail on the opposite side of the bed. When making the bed: A. bring extra linen into the room in case it is needed. B. carry the clean linen close to your body. C. hold the soiled linen away from your uniform. D. place the soiled linen on the overbed table. - CORRECT ANSWER C. hold the soiled linen away from your uniform. At the beginning of your shift, you notice that a client's restraint is tied too tightly. The client is struggling to free herself from the restraint. You should: A. get the nurse in charge at once. B. loosen the restraint and tie it correctly. C. cut the strap to remove the restraint quickly. D. apply a different type of restraint. - CORRECT ANSWER B. loosen the restraint and tie it correctly. Restraint should be tied: A. in a square knot. B. to the side rails. C. in a quick-release (slip) knot. D. to the armrest of the chair. - CORRECT ANSWER C. in a quick-release (slip) knot. Restraints must be released every: A. 15 minutes. B. 30 minutes. C. hour for 5 minutes. D. 2 hours for 10 minutes. - CORRECT ANSWER D. 2 hours for 10 minutes. You are instructed to take an axillary temperature. You know that this is: A. the most accurate method of taking the temperature. B. taken by placing the thermometer under the arm. C. taken by placing the thermometer in the mouth. D. taken by placing the thermometer in the rectum. - CORRECT ANSWER B. taken by placing the thermometer under the arm. Which of the following vital signs should be reported to the nurse? A. 98-120-28, 114/66 B. 97^2 (Ax)-88-18-128/84 C. 99^4 (R)-76-20-106/70 D. 99^8-96-16-130/88 - CORRECT ANSWER A. 98-120-28, 114/66 The systolic blood pressure reading is the: A. pressure when the heart is working. B. pressure when the heart is resting. C. same as the pulse rate. D. pulse pressure plus 10. - CORRECT ANSWER A. pressure when the heart is working. You are assigned to weigh Mrs. B using the wheelchair scale. Her weight is 22 pounds less than it was last month. You should: A. inform the nurse immediately. B. balance the scale and recheck the weight. C. fill out a maintenance slip to check the scale. D. record the weight on the flow sheet; no other action is necessary. - CORRECT ANSWER B. balance the scale and recheck the weight. When making an unoccupied bed, the nurse aide should: A. make one side of the bed before moving to the other side. B. shake the soiled linen to check for lost items before placing it in the hamper. C. work from the bottom of the bed to the top. D. raise the side rails when finished making the bed. - CORRECT ANSWER A. make one side of the bed before moving to the other side. Before transferring a client from a wheelchair to the bed, the nurse aide should: A. raise the bed to the highest horizontal position. B. position the wheelchair against the wall. C. lock the brakes on the wheelchair. D. position the chair so the client moves toward the weak side. - CORRECT ANSWER C. lock the brakes on the wheelchair. When moving the client toward the head of the bed, the nurse aide should: A. raise the head of the bed to the sitting position. B. lower the head of the bed before moving the client. C. pull the client up by grasping the underarm area firmly. D. elevate the client's head on two pillows. - CORRECT ANSWER B. lower the head of the bed before moving the client. The best method for moving a dependent client up in bed is to: A. use a mechanical lifter. B. get plenty of extra help. C. use the logroll procedure. D. use a lift sheet. - CORRECT ANSWER D. use a lift sheet. The primary purpose of elevating the bed to the proper working height when making the bed is to: A. make the procedure go faster. B. prevent injury to your back. C. reassure the client. D. make it easier to disinfect the mattress. - CORRECT ANSWER B. prevent injury to your back. When operating a manual hospital bed, raise the head by: A. operating the handle on the right side. B. releasing the lever under the mattress. C. turning the handle on the left side. D. turning the handle at the center of the bed. - CORRECT ANSWER C. turning the handle on the left side. When providing postmortem care, the nurse aide should: A. always remove the dentures and place them in the drawer. B. always apply the principles of standard precautions. C. leave the door to the room open. D. position the body on the side. - CORRECT ANSWER B. always apply the principles of standard precautions. You are assigned to collect I&O on Mr. B. For lunch, he consumed an 8-ounce glass of milk, 2 ounces of water, and 4 ounces of ice cream. How many cc (ml) of fluid did he consume? A. 240 cc. B. 420 cc. C. 4200 cc. D. 140 cc. - CORRECT ANSWER B. 420 cc. When collecting urinary output measurement (I&O) from a client with a catheter, the nurse aide should: A. measure the urine into a graduate pitcher. B. measure the urine into a bedpan or urinal. C. use the markings on the side of the catheter bag to measure the urine. D. estimate the amount of urine in the bag and record this amount. - CORRECT ANSWER A. measure the urine into a graduate pitcher. The nurse asks you to take a client's blood pressure stat. You know this means: A. before the end of the shift. B. with the client lying stationary. C. within the hour. D. immediately. - CORRECT ANSWER D. immediately. A client with cyanosis has: A. flushed skin. B. blue or blue/gray color. C. edema. D. normal skin. - CORRECT ANSWER B. blue or blue/gray color. Q.I.D. means: A. 4 times a day. B. 3 times a day. C. 2 times a day. D. once daily. - CORRECT ANSWER A. 4 times a day. T.I.D. means: A. 4 times a day. B. 3 times a day. C. 2 times a day. D. once daily. - CORRECT ANSWER B. 3 times a day. Edema is the medical term used to report: A. vomiting. B. cyanosis. C. swelling. D. pain. - CORRECT ANSWER C. swelling. Emesis is the medical term used to report: A. pain. B. aspiration. C. swelling. D. vomiting. - CORRECT ANSWER D. vomiting. Mrs. B left 5% of her meat and 75% of her vegetable on her tray before announcing that she was full. She ate all the bread, fruit, and dessert. She drank all her milk. You will record her food consumption as: A. 25% B. 60% C. 75% D. 100% - CORRECT ANSWER C. 75% Record 7:20 P.M. in military time: A. 0720. B. 2007. C. 7200. D. 1920. - CORRECT ANSWER D. 1920. Record 3:40 P.M. in military time. A. 0340. B. 1540. C. 3400. D. 1604 - CORRECT ANSWER B. 1540. You are assigned to measure the height of a bedfast client. You should: A. use a ruler to measure from the top of the head to the feet. B. measure from the top of the head to the tip of the toes with a yardstick. C. inform the nurse that the client cannot be measured. D. measure the height from head to heel using a tape measure. - CORRECT ANSWER D. measure the height from head to heel using a tape measure. When weighing the client with a bed scale, the nurse aide should: A. cover the client with the bed linen so he or she does not get cold. B. make sure the client swings freely in the sling from side to side. C. subtract the weight of the sling from the total weight. D. ensure that the sling hangs freely and client's body does not touch the bed. - CORRECT ANSWER D. ensure that the sling hangs freely and client's body does not touch the bed. The best method for moving a dependent client up in bed is to: - CORRECT ANSWER [Show Less]
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